FED 5B Olympic (V)

The FED 5B Olympic (V) is a 35mm film camera produced by the Soviet FED factory from 1975 to 1980. Named in honor of the 1980 Moscow Olympics, this model represents the FED company's consumer-grade 35mm offerings during the late Soviet era. The camera features typical Soviet manufacturing characteristics with straightforward mechanical controls and a simple shutter system, providing basic photography functionality at an affordable price point. As part of FED's Olympic series, it was produced during the period when the Soviet Union was preparing to host the international sporting event, though specific commemorative design elements beyond the name are not well documented. The FED 5B Olympic (V) served as an accessible photography option for Soviet citizens and Eastern European consumers during this period.