A unique pairing to be sure. This is the original MF-2 Super made by Kyocera in 1986, not the current model being sold by the “new” and not associated with the real Yashica company in China.
Sharp Yashica 38mm lens (3 elements, 3 groups).Includes the rare Yashica AM Receiver MF-2S which gets its power from the camera.
This is the last Yashica “Plastic Fantastic” still new in its original box in my collection. I’ve enjoyed collecting these neat Yashicas over the years but as I get older I realize the value of sharing my collection with others. It’s in my online camera shop hosted by Etsy at http://www.ccstudio2380.com.
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Yashica Zoomate 150EF set from 2001.Kyocera Zoom Lens – 10 elements in 8 groups, coated, dual aspherical optics.Still new in its box!
PRESS RELEASE
February 9, 2001
KYOCERA RELEASES SECOND COMPACT ZOOM
CAMERA WITH THE YASHICA ZOOMATE 150EF
Somerset, NJ—Following in the wake of its successful launch of the Yashica Zoomate
165EF compact zoom camera, Kyocera Optics now unveils the latest offering in its line
of “Super Flash” cameras—the Yashica Zoomate 150EF.
Like its sister camera, the Zoomate 150EF is fully loaded with the features and
performance photographers demand in a compact 35mm camera. Fully automatic, the
camera provides auto focus, auto exposure, and five built-in flash modes. A precise, five-point
passive focusing system locks your subject in focus for exceptionally sharp
photographs with every shot. The 38mm-150mm lens glides to the setting of your choice
with the touch of a button. With its programmed auto exposure, the camera insures the
best color and contrast under a range of lighting conditions. Five flash options—
including fill flash and red-eye reduction—allow the photographer to select the flash
strength desired to properly illuminate his subject: Backlit objects are brightened,
daytime shadows are eliminated and intimate portraits can be created using only natural
light.
Constructed of ten elements in eight groups, the lens system in the Zoomate 150EF
provides astonishing color and clarity. Brilliant colors pop off each photo, whether the
subject is a Cape Cod sunset or a family reunion. The sharpness of the images perfectly
complements the color. Thanks to the camera’s coated dual aspherical lens, crisp,
detailed photos are created shot after shot.
The Zoomate 150EF boasts an array of other key features as well. Standard features
include automatic film load/advance/rewind, mid-roll manual rewind, a top shutter speed
of 1/300 second, Infinity Lock, and a built-in panoramic switch. For users with
eyeglasses, the camera offers a built-in adjustable diopter (+1 – -3). For photographers who demand excellent optics,
outstanding flash functionality and fully automatic features in a compact, lightweight
camera, the Yashica Zoomate 150EF is the perfect combination of power and
performance.
The Zoomate 150EF is manufactured by Kyocera Optics, Inc., a division of Kyocera
International, Inc.
Just in time for Christmas, I’ve added this to my online camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com… Thanks for stopping by, Chris
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Camera – Yashica L AF 35mm compact point and shoot (1986). Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400 color negative film.
1986 – Yashica L AF Date.
The Yashica L AF is a sleeper of a camera to chase for your collection and certainly a camera that will exceed your expectations on a photo walkabout. The super sharp 32mm Yashinon lens is fast enough for most autoexposure situations and clear enough for making enlargements.
Yashica L AF on the left and Kyocera T Scope (T3) on the right.
If you’re looking to spend your money wisely chase after the less expensive L AF over the T3. They were made in the same factory about two years apart (T3 is from 1988). For hundreds of dollars less, you can have a fun camera that you’ll actually use.
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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Just in time for Christmas shopping, I’ve added many new items from my collection of cameras, lenses, and photogear. Almost everything is on sale at 10% off and most have free or reduced shipping to customers in the USA. I do ship worldwide too. You can shop in my online store at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
More items are being added daily as I continue to list from my collections of things. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day! – Chris
Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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Happy Sunday everybody! Yes, you read that right, classic digitals. I find collecting these early compact digital cameras a fun endeavor. But too much of a good thing can be overwhelming. So, it’s time to let a few go by putting them in my online camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
From 2010, here’s a sharp ultracompact digital from Fujifilm. The FinePix JX250 features a true 14-megapixels of image quality and a super sharp glass Fujinon 5x zoom lens.In the studio.An original boxed set is included with this slightly used camera.No post production image of my model kitty. Fujifilm FinePix JX250.
The Kyocera Finecam S5R is and was a pretty sophisticated digital when it was released in mid-2004 at an opening price of a whopping $499.99! The Kyocera lens is a 7 element in 6 groups design and has a 35mm equivalent range of 35-105mm. It feature Kyocera’s new “RTUNE” Image Processing Technology. It’s also capable of up to 3fps in full auto mode. More can be found at https://americas.kyocera.com/press-releases/press-releases_20150319896.htm
Kyocera Finecam S5R with a sharp glass Kyocera 3x zoom lens and a rugged stainless steel outer case (the body).See cat picture below.Totally unretouched. As it was recorded by the Finecam S5R. Not bad for 5MP.The complete boxed set as it came from the factory. Everything is in mint unused condition except for the box which shows considerable shelf wear. It even comes with the original Panasonic 16MB SD card and Adobe Photoshop Album CD!
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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