Sokol (camera)

Sokol and Sokol-2 were Soviet 35 mm photo camera brands. In 1966-1986, more than 400,000 were produced by LOMO. Some were exported to Europe.

Technical parameters 
Type: Rangefinder camera
Lens: Industar-70, non-removable
Shutter: Central
Film: 35 mm, 36 frames

History 
"Sokol" means "falcon" in Russian, hence the name was probably intended to bring associations with the "eye of a falcon" - the saying for excellent vision.

External links 
Sokol-2 on Alfred's Camera page 
Sokol-2 on the Sovietcams.com

Category:Rangefinder cameras