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Eva
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 06, 2004 - 07:12 am: | 
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I would like to buy a Yashica , but is it true that the A, B, T, etc.. models have shutter speed problem?
A photographer told me to buy a 124G which is better.
Is it true? What shall I buy then?
Thanks for your help |
Roger
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 06, 2004 - 11:11 am: |
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The lenses on the earlier Yashica TLRs were 3 element Yashikor whilst the 124 series and some of the later 635s are 4 element Yashinon (Tessar type) and better. I would go for a 124G with its crank handle advance, meter and modern type cable release socket.
Roger |
Jackson
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 06, 2004 - 07:13 pm: |
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All older cameras, particularly those made in the '50s and '60s, are likely to have shutter speed problems. It's the result of lubricants that age and migrate onto other parts. You should plan to have a CLA, regardless of the model you purchase. |
Michael Frangos
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, September 07, 2004 - 03:26 am: |
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You may also consider buying the Yashica-Mat, which has very good optics and cost much less than the 124G. |
Ray
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, September 26, 2004 - 11:15 am: |
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HI
Yashica 635 I like the best (with Yashinon lens is the best one) as some have Yashikor lenses.
With the 635 you have best of both worlds 120 format and 35mm format.
As most old cameras they need a service to keep them working fine.
Had mine for a number of years never had a problem.
Buy one from a good dealer ask to see if and when last serviced, if it`s not been, get them to do it.
Most have problems through lack of use oiley parts get stuck and full of dust so if not in use, once a week fire the shutter a few time that should keep it working and stop it sticking shut.
Most important thing is keep in a dry place and not to hot.
Hope this helps as this is my way of keeping cameras in good working order
All the best |
