Yashica Minister III
All cameras are film tested, and any issues found are described below. Any photos you see in the listing are taken with this particular camera.
Lens: Yashinon 45mm f/2.8
Film Format: 35mm
Shutter: B/1/25to 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/2.8 to f/16
Light Meter: Selenium Powered
Year: 1963 - Onwards
Country: Japan
The good:
· For a 60-year-old camera, it is in remarkably good condition.
· Shutter fires well, and tested exposures reveal no timing issues.
· Focus ring is smooth and accurate.
· Film transport arm is smooth and solid.
· The light meter gives surprisingly accurate readings.
The less good:
· The viewfinder has some dust spots. This does not affect image quality, nor usability.
· The lens itself has a few specs of dust, but nothing that is noticeable in the final images (see attached sample photos)
· General wear and tear.
You can find a copy of this camera’s manual here: Yashica Minister III Manual
Yashica Minister III
All cameras are film tested, and any issues found are described below. Any photos you see in the listing are taken with this particular camera.
Lens: Yashinon 45mm f/2.8
Film Format: 35mm
Shutter: B/1/25to 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/2.8 to f/16
Light Meter: Selenium Powered
Year: 1963 - Onwards
Country: Japan
The good:
· For a 60-year-old camera, it is in remarkably good condition.
· Shutter fires well, and tested exposures reveal no timing issues.
· Focus ring is smooth and accurate.
· Film transport arm is smooth and solid.
· The light meter gives surprisingly accurate readings.
The less good:
· The viewfinder has some dust spots. This does not affect image quality, nor usability.
· The lens itself has a few specs of dust, but nothing that is noticeable in the final images (see attached sample photos)
· General wear and tear.
You can find a copy of this camera’s manual here: Yashica Minister III Manual