I enjoy finding ads that not only have great content but a date of publication too – throw in prices and it’s a winner!
Yashica-Mat and the Yashica Model LM plus all four models that were offered in late 1957.
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From around 1970. It’s an interesting ad since it used real people and not models – or were they?
The Electro-35 CC was released in 1970 so it’s possible this was when this ad was run.
It’s a great ad for the collection!
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I’ve added some really neat cameras in my Etsy-supported camera shop, CC Design Studios. As always, I have an eclectic mix of classic cameras and gear all fully tested and ready for your adventures. A few examples are shown below.
The Polaroid OneStep was recently acquired from another collector who has had it since new. Although I haven’t run a fresh pack of film through it it’s been checked and I see no reason why it wouldn’t enjoy another active life. The new Polaroid company makes all types of film packs for this model which uses the popular Polaroid 600 film (color and black & white). The Nikon L35AF was Nikon’s first autofocus compact 35mm camera in 1983 and one of its most successful in a long line of similar models (One Touch). This one has been thoroughly tested and I’ve shot two rolls of fresh Fujicolor through it. The pictures came out great – I see why this camera has such a good reputation.
How about a couple of super nice Canons? My awesome Canon A-1 1980 Winter Olympics Edition 35mm SLR will come to you as clean as new and fully serviced and tested! The A-1 is a joy to use and with a host of Canon accessories available, it’s the perfect 35mm system camera. This one has been in my collection for years and I’ve decided to pass it along as I just can’t keep all of the cameras I own (or can I?). If you’re looking for a sharp DSLR then you’ll love my Canon EOS 7D with its Canon battery grip it’s the kind of heavyweight DSLR to handle your toughest photographic challenges. Like everything I have in my shop, the 7D is fully tested and ready for you (it was my personal camera for years). It looks and operates like new and includes its original box, instruction booklets, charger, and batteries.
The Olympus SP-800UZ is a wildly capable 14-megapixel bridge camera with an amazing 30x wide-angle optical zoom lens. Its CCD sensor produces film-like images in stunning clarity. How about a 35mm equivalent zoom range of 28-840mm! Full wide-angle to super telephoto and with super macro ability to within 1 cm of the lens!
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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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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It’s time to offer my last still new in its original box Yashica L AF to another collector. I still have three other L AFs to use but this is my last NIB camera.
I’ve blogged about this camera before and described it as an affordable alternative to the popular Yashica T3 Super and Kyocera T AF both of which have Carl Zeiss lenses.
Everything’s still factory fresh (even the original Sanyo battery is still unopened).It’s a good-sized camera with some heft to it – a nice feel in your hands almost small SLR-like.Sample image – Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400Sample image – Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400Sample image – Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400Complete as pictured.
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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Yashica TL Electro X ITS (in black) and TL Electro X with Auto Yashinon-DS f/1.7 50mm lens (foreground).TL Electro X (Type 2) – 1972Yashica Copy Stand – NOS – 1971From 1971 sales brochure.
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Candid street photography can be super satisfying but it can also be stressful if you’re not an outgoing person or you’re in a less than favorable shooting location (busy street, lots of people). I’m basically very shy so approaching strangers is a challenge for me. There’s no one camera that’s best suited for taking candid pics but a few have earned a reputation as good street cams. One that comes to mind is the Yashica T3 (Kyocera T Scope).
The Konica Kanpa! (Kanpai). 35mm “Party Camera” with a voice-activated shutter.I believe the “scope” on the Konica is a bit bigger.Konica’s waist-level finder.Kyocera’s waist-level finder.Slide the microphone switch upwards to adjust the sensitivity of the built-in mic.It features a sharp 34mm Konica 3element/3 group glass lens.
Designed to be used in a group setting for automatically tripping the electronic shutter when someone or everyone yells “Kanpai” (Cheers) or whatever you want to yell out – cheese works too. When used in a street setting the camera can conveniently sit in your lap or just hang around your neck and frame your shot with the top-mounted finder. I guess you could just yell “Hi!” at everyone without touching the shutter button and then capture their reaction (I’m not that brave).
As I continue to pass along interesting bits of my camera collection I’ve added this unique camera to my online camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com. It might make the perfect Christmas gift for that hard to buy for person on your holiday shopping list. Thanks for stopping by, Chris
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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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A wonderful LTM lens from 1959 was likely made for Yashica by Tomioka Optical for use on their new Yashica YE 35mm Leica-inspired rangefinder camera. The YE was also known as the 35 YE and the 35 E type during its short run.
Here the lens is shown mounted to my Nicca 3-S.It’s a handsome lens and it looks well-suited for this mid-1950s Nicca.A test image from my Fujifilm X-A10 with Fotodiox adapter. I believe this was taken at f/11.At f/8 or f/11This one was taken late in the day in deep shade. The Fujifilm X-A10 was set to Velvia film simulation mode. Nice strong colors and sharp contrast.
If you’re interested in discovering more about this under-the-radar lens and Yashica camera might I suggest you stop by my good friend Paul Sokk’s site at http://www.yashicatlr.com/YE&YF.html#yashicaye
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A beautiful example of this interesting camera from Yashica.
With its original box and still looking like new.The LM 44 had a built-in light meter (LM) and used 127-roll film.Produced from 1959 to 1965. It was much smaller than a 120-roll film TLR.
If you’re interested in these collectible twin-lens cameras (TLR) from Yashica remember that they use the now discontinued 127-roll film vice the common 120-roll film. I understand that there are ways to re-spool 120 films on 127 film rolls. Thanks for stopping by. – Chris
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