The cameras are so-so, but the lenses for the most part have kept up with their reputation of having excellent optics. I don't think I can put them ahead of any

The cameras are so-so, but the lenses for the most part have kept up with their reputation of having excellent optics. I don't think I can put them ahead of any contemporary lenses from Japanese top-tier manufacturers, nor would I pay a premium. But like a lot of Eastern Bloc equipment, they represent an interesting alternative universe of technology.