Hi David - your vid is excellent! I am a photography/photoshop teacher and your explanation and demo are spot on. Consider teaching. We need more guys like you out there in the field who know their stuff and how to present it. I just received my Yashica D from eBay and I am psyched. Used one in the early 60's for college class (borrowed) and now I have one. Can't wait to do some headshots (my specialty). Thank you for this great tutorial. You got it!
I recently bought a D on EBay that said " WORKS GREAT" ! Didn't, with shutter stuck on Bulb and will not move. Going to send it out because I love this gray beauty. I use an A right now and it takes great photos but I need the faster shutter of the D. I have had many TLR's and though I get into other cameras for awhile here and there, I seem to really miss them and start collecting and shooting them again. They're just so light and easy to use and they really produce great pictures . But most importantly to me, they're so much fun and they make me want to shoot more ! Thanks for the video, LarryMac
Excellent video on instruction of how to use. Bought my Yashica D at a charity shop for £5.00 And it's in excellent condition. I have it loadef with film but been shy to use it only from lack of full know-how. Now I'm ready to have a go so googled for instructions and found your video. Woo hoo, here we go. 😊😊😊🎥📷
Thanks, DAVID. I had this Yashica D and it has bêen sitting in my drawer for many years. I forgot how to use, load this camera. Your video elucidated everythings, brought back lots of memories. I load a BW film, will make the most of it during this mandatory downtimes. Again, many thanks. ANDY.
Thank you very much for this video! I got the Yashica D yesterday and hadn't figured it all out yet... Great info and can't wait to start using this baby!
Great Video. For what its worth...I have 14 variations and have refurbished many. -Leaving the leather case on can actually cause problems if left on long term in humid climates. -Don't use the self timer if you can help it. -Never leave flash sync on "M". -Don't change shutter speed after cocking shutter. -Yashica TLRs' with meters aren't worth it. Usually don't work anyway. -Study the Users Manual for your model.
I found a Yashica D at a thrift store in the mid 90's for $8.00. It didn't work but made a cool shelf ornament. Almost 20 years later after becoming curious about Medium Format I pulled it out of storage and got it fixed for about $120.00. No regrets.
Just finished processing my first roll of XP2 from my Yashica-D. I got given it as "broken" from a friend, but after opening up the mirror housing it was easy to reseat the mirror and it's all good! Pleased with the results so far. Nice rundown o the controls - I hadn't realised I could use the strap without the case so that was useful.
Great instructional video! It's been years since film mainly 35mm and rarely medium format with a borrowed camera! You have me interested in the Yashica D now for sure!
This model in the video has the 3 element Yashikor lens. Later versions had the 4 element Yashinon lens. The Yashica Mat cameras all had Yashinon lenses.
Not all Yashinon lenses are 4 element that is a myth. Also the number of elements does not determine sharpness. I have an old pre 1900 uncoated 3 element barrel lens on my 4x5 and it puts modern lenses to shame
Good video, thank you for sharing. Yashica TLRs are very underrated cameras, back in the day it was not uncommon to have 16x20 prints made when I was shooting with a Yashica D. Great glass at a good price.
Just got this and haven't shot it yet, thanks for showing the film loading, sometimes a mystery with these cameras. Mine has the Yashicor lens, that some folks don't like. We'll see !
cool pics man! Just looking to get one of the yashicas myself. Right now I use the Flexaret VI and the way you use the sports finder, is that you hold the small window right to your eye and then the big window (opened by the flap) is marking your frame
Pretty good. Review, I wish you had mentioned setting the iso/asa, you had two opportunities one while describing the side where the knob is, second when you loaded the film, thanks. This is the first camera I learned with, I purchased one today, I haven’t used one in over 30 years since we started shooting with slrs. Thanks for the reminder
Nice video I got a Yashica D and a Yashica Mat 124. Think I'll use the Yashica Mat 124 but on my Yashica D it doesn't go to S on the indicator when open and it seems to be stuck on the circle when your finished filming
David, I really enjoyed your video! Years ago, it was not uncommon for me to shoot several rolls of film a week. After a couple of life events it all came to a hard stop. Now 25 years later, I'm starting to shoot again. Videos like your's are a great help.. Thank You very much..
Parallax will be the same with all films and the Yashica TLR's don't really focus close enough for parallax error to be an issue unless your using aftermarket close up filters.
I own a Yashica 635, a model identical to the D but with the added ability to use 135mm film in addition to 120. This video is very well done and your photographs are clearly the work of a well accomplished photographer. In regards to your other videos, I particularly like your music, which made me think of Frank Zappa and Mother's of Invention. I mean that as a compliment. If you are not teaching photography and/or music at the Community College level, you should be. I think you would inspire other young artists. Cheers!
thank you sooooooo much for the kind words :D i do it for you guys and you made more than my day. it also has got me thinking about teaching. I'm always trying to inspire and hopefully these vids will reach them to cause a spark. Do what you LOVE!
Hey! thanks for this, i just bought this camera and your video has been very helpful for a 1st time medium format user. I have a question you might be able to answer... my Yashica-D didn't come with the film cartridge that you move up in order to load film into it... is this just an empty 120 film cartridge? I'm trying to look for a replacement. thanks so much!!!
This is awesome!!! So thorough you saved me a lot of frustration :) Great pics!! Do you know what the difference is between yashica mat and D? any tips / advice??
Yashica D has no light meter vs other models. i bought this one since the seller said it was tested(on ebay) and works. since there are a lot more people looking to take the guess work out of taking a proper exposed shoot, there wont be a lot of people bidding on this model on ebay. just make sure you have an external light meter or an app on your phone that takes light reading and you're all good. advice/tips. great camera and no need to mess with batteries. just make sure to trace if you advanced your film for the next shot, i've taken a lot of double exposures.
Some Mat's have a meter others do not. The Mat's also have a crank advance on the right and left side focusing. The D, 635 and some other models have the knob advance and focus on the right. The Mat's do not allow double exposure whereas the A, C, D, and 635 do. The name Mat simply means it has a crank wind that also cocks the shutter. Also the metered Mat's are all mechanical and you do not need a battery unless you want to use the built in meter. Which is not very accurate and takes a mercury battery that is no longer available.
what i suspect happened (if your film does advance but doesn't click) if someone picked it up and forced the wheel to advance without pushing the release. a gear must have broke no longer making it click. your camera should still work just as long as you can see what shot you're on on the side window and keep the number on center.
David, thank you for a very good informative video, I have an Argus 40 and recently bought a Russian Lomo, I am researching the Yasica, my question is do you have instructions on film development? I do develop 35mm film.
Thanks David....A great, informative video as was the one I watched you did on the model B ... I'm just wondering...what are the primary differences in these 2 ?...And one other question.... Which is your favorite of all the Yashica TLR's ? I love my Yashica B so far...but I've been checking out the Mamiya 330 .... That's a really cool camera ! ...Any advice you could give a vintage camera dummy before I spend all my money ?....lol......thanks David.....Buck
+Buck Sellers HI Buck, thanks for watching my vid. i dont own a model B only a model D, i think you might of watched another youtuber's video :) i would upgrade to a model that gives light reading but i have an app on my phone that does so i'm happy with mine. advice for buys old cameras(not just Yashica) make sure that film is still obtainable for the camera you're looking to buy. ebay offers great prices especial from sellers who hasn't tested the camera, a bit of a gamble but it worked for me and i ened up saving $40, and ebay auction is better than "buy it now". good luck Buck -David
Great video, I am trying to get a radio trigger to work with the PC cord but I am not having any luck. I got the flash to fire with PC cord is directly hooked to the flash. Have you used a radio trigger with this set up?
yes, im currently making 2 different tutorials on 2 other film cameras. 1 of which is a 4x5 camera and another 120 camera. yes there're still places that develop B&W film, i personally have not gone to them but will in the future. show how i develop it... that sounds like a great video!! thanks for taking the time to watch my video you're awesome:)
Hi David! I'm starting to get more interested in film cameras, and I was wondering where you bought your Yashica D TLR, and what price range you would pay/suggest for this camera. Thanks! :)
I bought mine on eBay for around $60 under Auction(not buy it now) it came with the case and lens cover. price range i would pay would be $60-$80 if its in WORKING and good to fair cosmetic condition. but make sure the person selling it knows that it works and that is fungus/problem free. alot of sellers just sell them but are not photographers and don't know if there's anything wrong with it.
Great video! I have always wanted to buy a TLR, what model do you recommend? and I saw a lot of people own Yashica D, can you tell me why so? what is the difference between D and other models from Yeshica?
Yashica D has no light meter vs other models. i bought this one since the seller said it was tested(on ebay) and works. since there are a lot more people looking to take the guess work out of taking a proper exposed shoot, there wont be a lot of people bidding on this model on ebay. just make sure you have an external light meter or an app on your phone that takes light reading and you're all good. advice/tips. great camera and no need to mess with batteries. just make sure to trace if you advanced your film for the next shot, i've taken a lot of double exposures. model recommendation- if your more advance i'd take one that lets you choose all your settings on manual (with/without a light meter). if you just want to point and shoot and not think about settings then a model with a light meter (auto with light reading) is great.
Given the number of Yashica TLR models, you might expect more feature variations than exist. The very earliest models (up thru the D in 1956) use a pretty poor 3 element lens from the Lauser company, also sold to other makers as the "Tri-Lauser". Yashica bought the Lauser Company and continued to make "buget" lenses for its own use and others, as well as the 4 element Yashinon used universally by Yashica in all later models. Yashica TLRs are pretty much the bottom of the barrel in terms of build and lens quality, but the "best of the worst" are the Yashica-Mat, 12 and 124. The last model is the 124G, which is more poorly built, although for no reason, they tend to be the most expensive by far. The other Yashica feature distinctions are automatic shutter cocking (from the Mat on) and built-in meter(battery no longer made). Far better choices in a similar price class ($175-300): Minolta Autocord (various models), Mamiya 220 or 330, Rollei Rolleicord. or the Ricoh Diacord ($75 - 150).
@@randallstewart175 Tri-Lausar and Lausar are not companies, they are lens designs like planar, and tessar, lumaxar, yashikor, yashinon, etc. All Yashica TLR lenses were made by Yashica. Also some of the Yashinon lenses are only 3 not 4 elements. The name on the lens nor the number of elements has anything to do with how well the lens performs. My 1950's Yashica-Mat with the Lumaxar lens outperforms the last 124G with a Yashinon that I had. The Yashica-Mat and 124G are not poorly built and as someone who has been inside one I feel that they are more substantial than a Rolleiflex. Out of all the brands of TLR you listed the Yashica's out rank them all in build quality except maybe a Rolleiflex. My Lumaxar lens is sharper than the Opton Tessar on the Rolleiflex Automat I owned. I have owned every major brand of TLR including 2.8 and 3.5 Rollei's. I kept my early Yashica-Mat and early Yashica D because they have been the most reliable with the best lenses. Oh btw Rolleiflex used brass gears, even the very last 124G's used steel gears in the advance mechanism.
It would be near impossible to recommend a particular f-stop/shutter speed combo you should use as that combo depends on 1) the film speed being used, 2) the brightness of the light, 3) whether the subject is in that light or if it's in shadow, 4) if it's a light subject against a dark background or a dark subject against a light background, 5) how much "depth of field" (area of "acceptable" sharpness in front of and behind the subject) you want, 6) whether you want a very shallow "depth of field" so that the subject "stands out" from the background and foreground, 7) whether the subject is moving, 7) if it is moving whether you want to stop that movement or show it, or even exaggerate that movement. And all that is just to start off with. It's actually less difficult than all that makes it seem, you just have to have some idea of what you want to do before taking the pic. Much of it doesn't matter too much early on, just set the film speed on the meter, take a meter reading and set the f-number and speed as it suggests (bearing in mind camera shake from slower speeds), focus carefully and hold the camera steady when pressing the button.
I just got my Yashica D out of the closet and since I have not shot with it since my last year in college in 1996, I think I need to have it serviced. How much should I expect to spend on servicing these boxes?
Cool use of a Korg Kaosilator for music and what sounds like an Angel from Neon Genesis Evangelion for transitional noises ;P Also I've just inherited one of these in immaculate condition from a relative that passed away. Came with loads of lenses and accessories, so I'm trying to figure it all out ^_^
How'd you get the pictures on your computer? I've seen pictures on Instagram taken with vintage cameras and I've always wondered how they post them? Also, I want to get more into photography & am thinking about purchasing this camera (or something similar). Helpful vid!
for the pictures in this video i used a regular scanner. since the photos were bigger than the scanner, i have to scan them in parts. i put them together and edit them in Photoshop. (for pro scans) there are film strip scanners specially made for film. they are pricey but are great in the long run.
David Tamayo Hello, David! I bought this camera couple days ago. I've got Epson scanner, but I can only scan 35mm film. How did you scan medium format negatives?
TheNo85307 i scanned the actual prints for this video. there are a lot of film scanners but they can be a bit price but worth it. hey is an other way to get them on your computer if you have a digital camera How to Scan Film With a DSLR
David Tamayo I see now - prints :) I thought that there is a way how to scan medium format film with regular flatbed scanner. I can only scan 35mm with mine
Yes its able to take multiple exposures. the photo at the 15:22 mark is a double exposed shot. i took a picture at night of the city lights then the next day i took the swan photo with flash on a black background..
how do you set the film speed? does it matter? I noticed you took out a roll of film rated 100 and then didn't change anything for the 400 rated film you put in. Thanks! Great tutorial!
I believe you can indicate on the film-advance knob what the ISO is, but it doesn't affect anything. It's just a way to keep track. You set the ISO on your pocket meter (there is no meter on this camera)...I just ordered one of these cameras and have been reading up on its operation. I could be wrong!
Robert Moran your right. the iso knob is only there to remind yourself what speed/iso film you put in so you can take correct readings. there are free apps so you can take light readings too
Hi my friend, I recently pick up a Yashica D so the question is "Is It necesary to use a tripod to get better pictures? I used Kodak Portra 160 film but my pictures seem a little moved because of I can´t hold it well in the street. My Yashica D has the first Yashinon lenses. What do you think? What can I do to get good pìctures?Thank you!
Great Tutorial, it's so hard finding help with these cameras nowadays. I am just wondering, are you going to continue with more tutorial videos? You're really great with it. Do you know of any places that still develop 120 film? & can you give a tutorial on how to develop them yourself? Thank you for the help !!! You're awesome. :]
hi there your video is awesome but i hae a question for you! i hope anyone can help me. I'e just bought a new yashica mat 124 g and i have trouble loading the film 'cause i dont have the old film spoon to change it. what sould i do? use a whole new film just as sppon or what? can anyone help me please?
there are empty spools out there but they go for around $8 but thats waaay to much and i hate wasting new film just for the spool though film is around $4. i would say visit a store near you (mom & pop) small store that sells used/vintage cameras and ask for spools. :D
What do you think of Ilford Pan F plus 50 ultra fine grain film?...I'm new to shooting with film and just finished a roll of 400 speed 35 colour film in my Yashica 635..more than happy with the way they turned out,but now loaded it with some Ilford xp2 120 400 speed but was wondering how the 50 speed would go for doing long exposure night shots so the pics dont go too easily overblown? thanks,Catey62
What light meter do you use? Do you have to do anykind of compensation for all the photos (like in slide films that we can compensate a +1/3 stop...). Thanks
i use (for more important shots) a hand held light meter - Sekonic L-308s. but for other days i use the meter off my digital camera and take a shot to see a preview. i don't compensate unless i want (for landscape) clouds to come out well. then i under expose for the sky and in the dark room i dodge and burn areas that need it. there are free apps out there that take light readings :D
Today i start shotting the first roll with the Yashica and used the light meter of my Nikon 3100. Soon i'll see the results! I'll try later with a Weston (old) light meter that i hope to receive next week and compare the readings with the dslr. Thank's!
If you look closely at that knob, you will see two little nibs in between the ASA and DIN vaues. Using your fingernails on these nibs, you can rotate the disc that has the ASA numbers on it. Rotate it until your desired ASA is pointing at a tiny red dot on the circular ring. Of course, this is only a reminder of what film you have loaded. It doesn't do anything functionally, as there is no meter reading in this camera.
Thanks, Dave, you're right. No settings are affected. I now see how to adjust it though; it has pins to engage your fingernail. It doesn't turn easily. Hold the outer ring while turning the pins. I did reset mine as a reminder. I'm using 400 right now, it was set on 100.
Hi David. I was wondering if you could maybe help me. I am looking for this exact camera, but because of where I am from, I am unable to purchase from ebay (etc). Would you maybe know of dealerships is Kuala Lumpur?
sean prentice no mine came with it but it would be easy to make one. You would just need to make your ends of your strap be small enough to go through the metal clips and make a slit on the end so that the metal button holds your strap. Just like the button on paints
It´s funny that it looks like a cheaper copy of the Rolleiflex, maybe a little bit more advanced in some ways. When I think about that and take a look at todays digital stuff, I realize that it´s actually still the same (plus lower quality). It always was and always will be. Everything is a copy of a copy, everyone of us included... But that doesn´t always have to be a bad thing. I think both cameras, Yashica or Rollei, are beautiful in their own way. Thanks for this video! Peace
Umm..... I don't believe he's offering if for sale. Generally antiques are much older than this, 100 year old or more. These can be purchased on eBay or from used camera dealers for $150-$200
there are not many place. i recommend taking a community class in film photography, they usually have a darkroom where you can develop your film. if not then look up how to develop film and what chemicals you need.
hernancca you should Wined up your film till it clicks into place. If it continues to keep going without clicking then your camera needs to be serviced
Hi David - your vid is excellent! I am a photography/photoshop teacher and your explanation and demo are spot on. Consider teaching. We need more guys like you out there in the field who know their stuff and how to present it. I just received my Yashica D from eBay and I am psyched. Used one in the early 60's for college class (borrowed) and now I have one. Can't wait to do some headshots (my specialty). Thank you for this great tutorial. You got it!
+lola russo thanks :) just love helping people
I recently bought a D on EBay that said " WORKS GREAT" ! Didn't, with shutter stuck on Bulb and will not move. Going to send it out because I love this gray beauty. I use an A right now and it takes great photos but I need the faster shutter of the D. I have had many TLR's and though I get into other cameras for awhile here and there, I seem to really miss them and start collecting and shooting them again. They're just so light and easy to use and they really produce great pictures . But most importantly to me, they're so much fun and they make me want to shoot more ! Thanks for the video, LarryMac
Excellent video on instruction of how to use. Bought my Yashica D at a charity shop for £5.00 And it's in excellent condition. I have it loadef with film but been shy to use it only from lack of full know-how.
Now I'm ready to have a go so googled for instructions and found your video. Woo hoo, here we go. 😊😊😊🎥📷
Great video, well organized, clear and well prepared without a lot of ah's and filler-words...
I just picked up a Yashica D (my first TLR) at a camera swap yesterday, and this video was very helpful for getting started. Thanks!
Thanks, DAVID. I had this Yashica D and it has bêen sitting in my drawer for many years. I forgot how to use, load this camera. Your video elucidated everythings, brought back lots of memories. I load a BW film, will make the most of it during this mandatory downtimes. Again, many thanks.
ANDY.
Thank you very much for this video! I got the Yashica D yesterday and hadn't figured it all out yet... Great info and can't wait to start using this baby!
Great Video.
For what its worth...I have 14 variations and have refurbished many.
-Leaving the leather case on can actually cause problems if left on long term in humid climates.
-Don't use the self timer if you can help it.
-Never leave flash sync on "M".
-Don't change shutter speed after cocking shutter.
-Yashica TLRs' with meters aren't worth it. Usually don't work anyway.
-Study the Users Manual for your model.
I agree with Lola Russo. This video left me with no questions. Excellent Job and thank you so much. Can't wait to shoot with mine today.
Thanks for the very thorough tutorial. I recently purchased a Yashica 635 and while I do have the manual, I am a visual learner.
I just bought a Yashica D. It's great. I have a new dslr and i prefer the Yashica! She got the feeling!!! Nice simple review! Thanks
I found a Yashica D at a thrift store in the mid 90's for $8.00. It didn't work but made a cool shelf ornament. Almost 20 years later after becoming curious about Medium Format I pulled it out of storage and got it fixed for about $120.00. No regrets.
Just finished processing my first roll of XP2 from my Yashica-D. I got given it as "broken" from a friend, but after opening up the mirror housing it was easy to reseat the mirror and it's all good! Pleased with the results so far. Nice rundown o the controls - I hadn't realised I could use the strap without the case so that was useful.
Just got a Yashica 635 - essentially the same camera but has a adapter for 135 as well as 120 film.
Groovin' tune BTW.
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Thanks for posting this video a few years ago. I just watched and it helped me get my camera that I just purchased on CL up and running. Cheers.
Great instructional video! It's been years since film mainly 35mm and rarely medium format with a borrowed camera! You have me interested in the Yashica D now for sure!
you are the best - I just purchased the D and am excited to receive it...best explanation Thanks
Yes it was a wise Decision, thanks for agreeing with me ; glad someone is on my side
David,I would hope we're ALL on your side...Very good and instructive video...thank you
Best demo ever!!! You answered so many questions
This model in the video has the 3 element Yashikor lens.
Later versions had the 4 element Yashinon lens.
The Yashica Mat cameras all had Yashinon lenses.
Not all Yashinon lenses are 4 element that is a myth. Also the number of elements does not determine sharpness. I have an old pre 1900 uncoated 3 element barrel lens on my 4x5 and it puts modern lenses to shame
Excellent presentation method!! I use a Y/ D, (has a f2.8 viewing lens and Yashinon lens) for bush landscapes, superb. 👍
Good video, thank you for sharing. Yashica TLRs are very underrated cameras, back in the day it was not uncommon to have 16x20 prints made when I was shooting with a Yashica D. Great glass at a good price.
Just got this and haven't shot it yet, thanks for showing the film loading, sometimes a mystery with these cameras. Mine has the Yashicor lens, that some folks don't like. We'll see !
Great video...thank you for sharing. I got a Yashica D a month ago and I love it!
cool pics man! Just looking to get one of the yashicas myself. Right now I use the Flexaret VI and the way you use the sports finder, is that you hold the small window right to your eye and then the big window (opened by the flap) is marking your frame
Excellent video explains the workings of the tlr. No BS, right to the point. Nice job.
Pretty good. Review, I wish you had mentioned setting the iso/asa, you had two opportunities one while describing the side where the knob is, second when you loaded the film, thanks. This is the first camera I learned with, I purchased one today, I haven’t used one in over 30 years since we started shooting with slrs. Thanks for the reminder
There is no light meter on the camera, setting an ISO would do nothing
Nice video I got a Yashica D and a Yashica Mat 124. Think I'll use the Yashica Mat 124 but on my Yashica D it doesn't go to S on the indicator when open and it seems to be stuck on the circle when your finished filming
Excellent! Well done video on the use of the Yashica D camera. Thank You!
hey my name is yashica to i love your vids
No way, yashica means yashima + camera, it's not a preexisting name.
@@raining_macondo Anyone can be named anything
David, I really enjoyed your video!
Years ago, it was not uncommon for me to shoot several rolls of film a week. After a couple of life events it all came to a hard stop. Now 25 years later, I'm starting to shoot again. Videos like your's are a great help..
Thank You very much..
Thanks for sharing! I notice your negatives/photos are in different sizes than just the 6x6? How come?
I'd like to get one of these to add to my Mamiya TLR. I don't collect cameras because I use them to make images. Nice video.
Nice review. What about tips and trix of parallax?
Parallax will be the same with all films and the Yashica TLR's don't really focus close enough for parallax error to be an issue unless your using aftermarket close up filters.
Well done David. Thank you sir.
You did a great job with this vid! 👌🏾 Very informative and nice visuals. I hella want one of cameras. 😍✌🏾🚀
Very good description 😊
Amazing display of info , appreciate it
I own a Yashica 635, a model identical to the D but with the added ability to use 135mm film in addition to 120. This video is very well done and your photographs are clearly the work of a well accomplished photographer. In regards to your other videos, I particularly like your music, which made me think of Frank Zappa and Mother's of Invention. I mean that as a compliment. If you are not teaching photography and/or music at the Community College level, you should be. I think you would inspire other young artists. Cheers!
thank you sooooooo much for the kind words :D i do it for you guys and you made more than my day. it also has got me thinking about teaching. I'm always trying to inspire and hopefully these vids will reach them to cause a spark. Do what you LOVE!
really helpful. Can you show how to make double exposure?
Thank you
Hey! thanks for this, i just bought this camera and your video has been very helpful for a 1st time medium format user.
I have a question you might be able to answer... my Yashica-D didn't come with the film cartridge that you move up in order to load film into it... is this just an empty 120 film cartridge? I'm trying to look for a replacement. thanks so much!!!
its just an old cartridge from the previous film. hope you find one :)
This is awesome!!! So thorough you saved me a lot of frustration :) Great pics!! Do you know what the difference is between yashica mat and D? any tips / advice??
Yashica D has no light meter vs other models. i bought this one since the seller said it was tested(on ebay) and works. since there are a lot more people looking to take the guess work out of taking a proper exposed shoot, there wont be a lot of people bidding on this model on ebay. just make sure you have an external light meter or an app on your phone that takes light reading and you're all good. advice/tips. great camera and no need to mess with batteries. just make sure to trace if you advanced your film for the next shot, i've taken a lot of double exposures.
Thanks David! Great vid! See ya around ;)
Some Mat's have a meter others do not. The Mat's also have a crank advance on the right and left side focusing. The D, 635 and some other models have the knob advance and focus on the right. The Mat's do not allow double exposure whereas the A, C, D, and 635 do. The name Mat simply means it has a crank wind that also cocks the shutter. Also the metered Mat's are all mechanical and you do not need a battery unless you want to use the built in meter. Which is not very accurate and takes a mercury battery that is no longer available.
Well done, David. You're a prince!
Thank you my far fellow of commonwealth
Great stuff man. I liked your work too.
Thanks :)
Thank you so much for making this video, it's super helpful !! :)
Think I have 125d. ? Or g ? It seems to be able to do multiple exposure and 35mm to but I have not messed with it
Similiar to the Rolleicord 1V. With winding and focus knob on the same side.
This was super helpful but I do have a question. When advancing my film, it doesn't click into place as it should so what does that mean??
what i suspect happened (if your film does advance but doesn't click) if someone picked it up and forced the wheel to advance without pushing the release. a gear must have broke no longer making it click. your camera should still work just as long as you can see what shot you're on on the side window and keep the number on center.
Thank you very much for such an informative video
Thanks
David, thank you for a very good informative video, I have an Argus 40 and recently bought a Russian Lomo, I am researching the Yasica, my question is do you have instructions on film development? I do develop 35mm film.
I havent developed film in years so i dont want to give you incorrect info. Im sure there might be info on youtube
thanks for the detailed video. gonna shoot in your honour tonight!
Thanks! hope i covered everything you need
I just acquired one and the vídeo was a lot helpful
Thanks David....A great, informative video as was the one I watched you did on the model B ... I'm just wondering...what are the primary differences in these 2 ?...And one other question.... Which is your favorite of all the Yashica TLR's ? I love my Yashica B so far...but I've been checking out the Mamiya 330 .... That's a really cool camera ! ...Any advice you could give a vintage camera dummy before I spend all my money ?....lol......thanks David.....Buck
+Buck Sellers HI Buck, thanks for watching my vid. i dont own a model B only a model D, i think you might of watched another youtuber's video :) i would upgrade to a model that gives light reading but i have an app on my phone that does so i'm happy with mine. advice for buys old cameras(not just Yashica) make sure that film is still obtainable for the camera you're looking to buy. ebay offers great prices especial from sellers who hasn't tested the camera, a bit of a gamble but it worked for me and i ened up saving $40, and ebay auction is better than "buy it now". good luck Buck
-David
Great video, I am trying to get a radio trigger to work with the PC cord but I am not having any luck. I got the flash to fire with PC cord is directly hooked to the flash. Have you used a radio trigger with this set up?
not yet but i'll give it a try later on today
yes you can!! here's a quick vid to show you how ruclips.net/video/eqP6uB9EwEI/видео.html
yes, im currently making 2 different tutorials on 2 other film cameras. 1 of which is a 4x5 camera and another 120 camera. yes there're still places that develop B&W film, i personally have not gone to them but will in the future. show how i develop it... that sounds like a great video!! thanks for taking the time to watch my video you're awesome:)
Hi David! I'm starting to get more interested in film cameras, and I was wondering where you bought your Yashica D TLR, and what price range you would pay/suggest for this camera. Thanks! :)
I bought mine on eBay for around $60 under Auction(not buy it now) it came with the case and lens cover. price range i would pay would be $60-$80 if its in WORKING and good to fair cosmetic condition. but make sure the person selling it knows that it works and that is fungus/problem free. alot of sellers just sell them but are not photographers and don't know if there's anything wrong with it.
David Tamayo Thanks for the helpful information David!
I've never shot a TLR camera before. Do you need to set the ASA aka ISO for each film type like other film cameras?
Thanks. I was able to restore function to the shutter by watching this.
awesome
Great video! I have always wanted to buy a TLR, what model do you recommend? and I saw a lot of people own Yashica D, can you tell me why so? what is the difference between D and other models from Yeshica?
Yashica D has no light meter vs other models. i bought this one since the seller said it was tested(on ebay) and works. since there are a lot more people looking to take the guess work out of taking a proper exposed shoot, there wont be a lot of people bidding on this model on ebay. just make sure you have an external light meter or an app on your phone that takes light reading and you're all good. advice/tips. great camera and no need to mess with batteries. just make sure to trace if you advanced your film for the next shot, i've taken a lot of double exposures.
model recommendation- if your more advance i'd take one that lets you choose all your settings on manual (with/without a light meter). if you just want to point and shoot and not think about settings then a model with a light meter (auto with light reading) is great.
David Tamayo Thank you for the reply!! very helpful!
Given the number of Yashica TLR models, you might expect more feature variations than exist. The very earliest models (up thru the D in 1956) use a pretty poor 3 element lens from the Lauser company, also sold to other makers as the "Tri-Lauser". Yashica bought the Lauser Company and continued to make "buget" lenses for its own use and others, as well as the 4 element Yashinon used universally by Yashica in all later models. Yashica TLRs are pretty much the bottom of the barrel in terms of build and lens quality, but the "best of the worst" are the Yashica-Mat, 12 and 124. The last model is the 124G, which is more poorly built, although for no reason, they tend to be the most expensive by far. The other Yashica feature distinctions are automatic shutter cocking (from the Mat on) and built-in meter(battery no longer made). Far better choices in a similar price class ($175-300): Minolta Autocord (various models), Mamiya 220 or 330, Rollei Rolleicord. or the Ricoh Diacord ($75 - 150).
@@randallstewart175 Tri-Lausar and Lausar are not companies, they are lens designs like planar, and tessar, lumaxar, yashikor, yashinon, etc. All Yashica TLR lenses were made by Yashica. Also some of the Yashinon lenses are only 3 not 4 elements. The name on the lens nor the number of elements has anything to do with how well the lens performs. My 1950's Yashica-Mat with the Lumaxar lens outperforms the last 124G with a Yashinon that I had. The Yashica-Mat and 124G are not poorly built and as someone who has been inside one I feel that they are more substantial than a Rolleiflex. Out of all the brands of TLR you listed the Yashica's out rank them all in build quality except maybe a Rolleiflex. My Lumaxar lens is sharper than the Opton Tessar on the Rolleiflex Automat I owned. I have owned every major brand of TLR including 2.8 and 3.5 Rollei's. I kept my early Yashica-Mat and early Yashica D because they have been the most reliable with the best lenses. Oh btw Rolleiflex used brass gears, even the very last 124G's used steel gears in the advance mechanism.
I just got the same film for my camera. Could you explain what f stop and shutter speeds you recommend for daylight shots?
It would be near impossible to recommend a particular f-stop/shutter speed combo you should use as that combo depends on 1) the film speed being used, 2) the brightness of the light, 3) whether the subject is in that light or if it's in shadow, 4) if it's a light subject against a dark background or a dark subject against a light background, 5) how much "depth of field" (area of "acceptable" sharpness in front of and behind the subject) you want, 6) whether you want a very shallow "depth of field" so that the subject "stands out" from the background and foreground, 7) whether the subject is moving, 7) if it is moving whether you want to stop that movement or show it, or even exaggerate that movement. And all that is just to start off with. It's actually less difficult than all that makes it seem, you just have to have some idea of what you want to do before taking the pic. Much of it doesn't matter too much early on, just set the film speed on the meter, take a meter reading and set the f-number and speed as it suggests (bearing in mind camera shake from slower speeds), focus carefully and hold the camera steady when pressing the button.
Thanks David, you got me all good to go!
Just got mine today.
Nice video! Very informative, thank you.
I just got my Yashica D out of the closet and since I have not shot with it since my last year in college in 1996, I think I need to have it serviced. How much should I expect to spend on servicing these boxes?
+Miguel Rodriguez i have no clue. usually i take my camera apart and try to fix them myself. hopefully it doesn't cost you that much
+Miguel Rodriguez Hi David, check out MARK HAMA on google he is the best! He serviced my Yashica D and it looks and feels brand new!!!
Cool use of a Korg Kaosilator for music and what sounds like an Angel from Neon Genesis Evangelion for transitional noises ;P Also I've just inherited one of these in immaculate condition from a relative that passed away. Came with loads of lenses and accessories, so I'm trying to figure it all out ^_^
How'd you get the pictures on your computer? I've seen pictures on Instagram taken with vintage cameras and I've always wondered how they post them? Also, I want to get more into photography & am thinking about purchasing this camera (or something similar). Helpful vid!
for the pictures in this video i used a regular scanner. since the photos were bigger than the scanner, i have to scan them in parts. i put them together and edit them in Photoshop.
(for pro scans) there are film strip scanners specially made for film. they are pricey but are great in the long run.
David Tamayo Hello, David! I bought this camera couple days ago. I've got Epson scanner, but I can only scan 35mm film. How did you scan medium format negatives?
TheNo85307 i scanned the actual prints for this video. there are a lot of film scanners but they can be a bit price but worth it. hey is an other way to get them on your computer if you have a digital camera How to Scan Film With a DSLR
David Tamayo I see now - prints :) I thought that there is a way how to scan medium format film with regular flatbed scanner. I can only scan 35mm with mine
@@TheNo85307 You need a flatbed film scanner with a transparency unit for MF film, Epson V500, V600 or better.
Thank you for you useful clip.
Quick question. Can you take a double exposure with this camera? Not accidentally but on purose if one does not press the button to advance?
Yes its able to take multiple exposures. the photo at the 15:22 mark is a double exposed shot. i took a picture at night of the city lights then the next day i took the swan photo with flash on a black background..
Nice video, thanks!
how do you set the film speed? does it matter? I noticed you took out a roll of film rated 100 and then didn't change anything for the 400 rated film you put in. Thanks! Great tutorial!
I believe you can indicate on the film-advance knob what the ISO is, but it doesn't affect anything. It's just a way to keep track. You set the ISO on your pocket meter (there is no meter on this camera)...I just ordered one of these cameras and have been reading up on its operation. I could be wrong!
Robert Moran your right. the iso knob is only there to remind yourself what speed/iso film you put in so you can take correct readings. there are free apps so you can take light readings too
Hey this was perfectly helpful! Thank you!!
V is for self time.
X is for electronic flash
M is for flashbulb synchronisation
Mayrin po ako ng ganitong kamera gusto ko pong ibinta magkanu po kaya aabutin.thank you s reply.god blessed
thanks, it is very well done. This helped me.
Glad it helped. i was confused the 1st time i got it.
Hi my friend, I recently pick up a Yashica D so the question is "Is It necesary to use a tripod to get better pictures? I used Kodak Portra 160 film but my pictures seem a little moved because of I can´t hold it well in the street. My Yashica D has the first Yashinon lenses. What do you think? What can I do to get good pìctures?Thank you!
No you don't need a tripod. To reduce shaky photos just shoot above 60th of a second on your camera setting
Great Tutorial, it's so hard finding help with these cameras nowadays.
I am just wondering, are you going to continue with more tutorial videos? You're really great with it.
Do you know of any places that still develop 120 film?
& can you give a tutorial on how to develop them yourself?
Thank you for the help !!! You're awesome. :]
is there sounds for this video?
hi there your video is awesome but i hae a question for you! i hope anyone can help me. I'e just bought a new yashica mat 124 g and i have trouble loading the film 'cause i dont have the old film spoon to change it. what sould i do? use a whole new film just as sppon or what? can anyone help me please?
there are empty spools out there but they go for around $8 but thats waaay to much and i hate wasting new film just for the spool though film is around $4. i would say visit a store near you (mom & pop) small store that sells used/vintage cameras and ask for spools. :D
What do you think of Ilford Pan F plus 50 ultra fine grain film?...I'm new to shooting with film and just finished a roll of 400 speed 35 colour film in my Yashica 635..more than happy with the way they turned out,but now loaded it with some Ilford xp2 120 400 speed but was wondering how the 50 speed would go for doing long exposure night shots so the pics dont go too easily overblown? thanks,Catey62
catey62 i've never used color film just B&W. with the 50 speed would do just fine just put it on a tripod and set up a self timer and you'll be good
Thank you for your help,will hopefully be trying it this weekend,look forward to seeing how they work :-)
What light meter do you use? Do you have to do anykind of compensation for all the photos (like in slide films that we can compensate a +1/3 stop...). Thanks
i use (for more important shots) a hand held light meter - Sekonic L-308s. but for other days i use the meter off my digital camera and take a shot to see a preview. i don't compensate unless i want (for landscape) clouds to come out well. then i under expose for the sky and in the dark room i dodge and burn areas that need it.
there are free apps out there that take light readings :D
Today i start shotting the first roll with the Yashica and used the light meter of my Nikon 3100. Soon i'll see the results! I'll try later with a Weston (old) light meter that i hope to receive next week and compare the readings with the dslr. Thank's!
hey love your video. does this camera have a built in light-meter?
lmadrid85 no light meter but if you have a smartphone you can get a light meter for free
This is super helpful, thank you!
I bought this camera recently.can you please help with me how to measure the light Meter.
Thank you.
Chitti Prathap you can download an app on your smartphone to take light readings
David Tamayo Thank you..!!!
Good video tnx
does the film advancing button also adjust to the iso? Not sure how to change the iso on that knob :/
If you look closely at that knob, you will see two little nibs in between the ASA and DIN vaues. Using your fingernails on these nibs, you can rotate the disc that has the ASA numbers on it. Rotate it until your desired ASA is pointing at a tiny red dot on the circular ring. Of course, this is only a reminder of what film you have loaded. It doesn't do anything functionally, as there is no meter reading in this camera.
I see you left the ASA setting at 100, but you're using 400 ASA film. How do you reset the ASA setting knob? I can't do it on mine either...
the ASA is just a reminder of what film you put in. it dose nothing to your settings.
Thanks, Dave, you're right. No settings are affected.
I now see how to adjust it though; it has pins to engage your fingernail. It doesn't turn easily. Hold the outer ring while turning the pins.
I did reset mine as a reminder. I'm using 400 right now, it was set on 100.
Roger Moretz thanks for this. I've had the camera for a while & i've been doing it all WRONG! I think I'll start over now. Oy!
glad it helped you out :)
Красота! все доходчиво и понятно. Спасибо!
Hi David. I was wondering if you could maybe help me. I am looking for this exact camera, but because of where I am from, I am unable to purchase from ebay (etc). Would you maybe know of dealerships is Kuala Lumpur?
+Nicola Herbst I'm sorry to hear that you're unable to get one in your area. i do not know of any dealerships but you can try etsy.com
+Nicola Herbst .....Where the hell is Kuala Lumpur? ....Doesn't sound like a place....Sounds like a dreaded disease ....lmao
That freaking X setting messed me up when I was young and naive. Messed up my whole damn session for a magazine.
Just wondering if you had a strap made as mine hasn't got one, thanks :)
sean prentice no mine came with it but it would be easy to make one. You would just need to make your ends of your strap be small enough to go through the metal clips and make a slit on the end so that the metal button holds your strap. Just like the button on paints
Soooooo helpful thank you!
Thanks very informative
It´s funny that it looks like a cheaper copy of the Rolleiflex, maybe a little bit more advanced in some ways. When I think about that and take a look at todays digital stuff, I realize that it´s actually still the same (plus lower quality). It always was and always will be. Everything is a copy of a copy, everyone of us included... But that doesn´t always have to be a bad thing. I think both cameras, Yashica or Rollei, are beautiful in their own way. Thanks for this video! Peace
Copy of a 1955 Rolleicord 4 but with a flash shoe and wheels for apertures and shutter speeds.
Brighter finder than the Rollei
Their more of a copy of the early Rolleiflex's than the Rolleicord. Also the Rolleicord's have the weird camera shake inducing shutter release.
I want this antique camera what it's price plz
Umm..... I don't believe he's offering if for sale. Generally antiques are much older than this, 100 year old or more. These can be purchased on eBay or from used camera dealers for $150-$200
Hey man i do hve thanks for ur review
Where i need to go to develope the film
there are not many place. i recommend taking a community class in film photography, they usually have a darkroom where you can develop your film. if not then look up how to develop film and what chemicals you need.
UBER Helpful! Thanks for making this!
Mi film counter is broken, how do i know if i am in the 1 position?.
hernancca you should Wined up your film till it clicks into place. If it continues to keep going without clicking then your camera needs to be serviced