The Kiev 88 TTL Medium Format SLR is a great camera choice that was constructed in the Ukraine at Arsenal factory. This photographic aid uses 61.5-millimeter wide roll film for greater accuracy. There are two interchangeable magazines that can be adapted to any method. These magazines allow a photographer to go from black and white to color easily. The Kiev 88 magazines will also compensate for a variety of film sensitivities through easy selection. Each feature emphasizes convenience as well as reliability in every setting. A Kiev 88, which is also known as the Salyut, has a picture counter on the magazine as well as a speed setting for the film, offering more control. Using the 120 film, this camera yields 12 exposures that are 6x6 or 16 exposures at 6x4.5.Lenses are one of the major considerations for this Russian Kiev-88 film camera. Most of the common lenses for this film camera can achieve a wide range of results. The Kiev 88 can use an MC Arsat 80mm lens, but the Volna-3 80-millimeter f/2.8 lens is most commonly used with it. It contains a multilayer, antireflection coating that keeps out excessive natural lighting levels. This coating helps with getting photos even when the light is fading. Each lens is easily mounted to the device. The lens mount is a screw-type bayonet model. This mount is threaded for ease of photography among all cameras and emphasizes broader use with each lens in a photographer's collection. For cameras produced during the series, a Pentacon Six mount lens and its various selection of lenses also fit.The hot shoe makes it possible to add an electronic flash that complements film lenses and camera shape. There is 1/30 flash sync for better lighting selection and timing. This camera has a mechanically controlled, metal horizontal-travel focal-plane shutter. It operates from around 1/1000 to 1/2 second plus bulb on all cameras. With simple button control, the shutter release is easily managed. When pressed, the Kiev 88 button opens the shutter for a brief period of time and avoids jamming if consistently pressed. A Kiev 88 camera micro screen is in the center of the field of view to help with focusing.Its attention to better previewing options helps this medium format choice stand out across Kiev cameras. The camera viewfinder is crafted using ground glass. Its hooded design keeps out light and helps the Kiev 88 user focus on each aspect of the shot. Field of vision for the prismatic viewer is 53 millimeters by 53 millimeters. Among Kiev cameras, this model promotes greater exposure control. Metering is also at hand in this Soviet device. An exposure meter is built into the camera for increased monitor capabilities.There is a socket on the Kiev 88 camera that will allow attachment of a tripod. A shoulder strap can be added if desired. It has buttons, knobs, and handles to control things like rewinding of the film and locking the magazine in place. These Kiev 88 manual controls improve customization and help photographers craft a unique shot. With each adjustment, the camera helps to turn an image into art.