FED/FED 5C Olympic (S)
FED 5C Olympic (S)

FED 5C Olympic (S)

FED · Ukraine · 1977–1980 (3 years) · 135 film

The FED 5C Olympic (S) is a 35mm camera produced by the Soviet FED factory from 1977 to 1980. As part of FED's line of rangefinder cameras, it likely featured basic functionality typical of consumer cameras of its era, with a simple shutter system and basic light metering capabilities. The "Olympic" designation may relate to the 1980 Moscow Olympics, suggesting it was either a commemorative model or produced during that period. Like many Soviet cameras, it was probably built to be functional and affordable rather than innovative or luxurious, serving the domestic market and possibly some export markets as a budget alternative to more sophisticated Western cameras.

Specifications

Film Format135

Pricing

Market Value
~$100
Launch Price (1977)
$68

Editorial Ratings

Build Quality
2.8
Value
2.5
Collectibility
2.3
Historical Significance
2.0

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