~ Zenit ES Photosniper FS-3 Camera Kit ~
The ‘Photosniper’ was first made by GOI and later by KMZ in the 1940’s, originally for military use so soldiers could shoot reconnaissance photos out of their emplacements..
The FS-3 is a redesign of the Photosniper idea for civilian sales and export. Produced in 1965-69, the FS-3 was supplied as a complete kit, including both telephoto and standard lenses, housed in a steel carrying case. Individual components are fastened to the case by screws, bolts and clips.
The kit comprises:
The camera body: a Zenit ES (a Zenit E with an extra shutter release in the base)
Helios-44 58mm f/2 lens
Tair-3AS 300mm f/4.5 lens, a modified version of the Tair-3, with a focus control added on the underside
Two yellow filters, 2× and 1.4×
UV filter
Orange filter
Green filter
Two film cassette cases
Two screwdrivers
Lens hood
Trigger assembly and strap
Shoulder stock
~ Dimensions ~
The case measures 39cm (15 ¼ inches) by 19cm (7 ½ inches) by 16cm (6 ¼ inches).
The cased set weighs 5.3 Kg
~ Condition ~
The kit has not been tested but appears in very good condition.
#17052
