Yashica T3 - Honest Thoughts (Favourite 35mm Film Camera)
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
- My honest thoughts on the Yashica T3 which is my favourite 35mm film camera. I will be sharing what I like and don’t like about this camera as well as some sample photos to hopefully give you a better understanding of whether this film camera might be for you. I’ve had the Yashica T3 for almost two years now and I can confidently say that it is my favorite 35mm film camera. I’ve probably put around 30 rolls of film through it since then and I’m constantly impressed with just how good the quality is. Whether I'm shooting a high-quality film like Portra, or something a little cheaper like Kodak Gold, this point and shoot film camera always delivers when I need it to.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:54 - Lens
2:28- Automatic System
3:42- Autofocus
4:09 - Flash
4:52 - Battery
5:22 - Weight
5:32 - Design
5:59 - Price
6:28 - Summary
So the first thing you will notice with the Yashica T3 is the built-in Zeiss f2.8 lens. So if you aren’t familiar with Carl Zeiss, they are one of the oldest lens manufacturers out there and their quality is often some of the best. They make lenses for Leica, Contax and Sony cameras for example, so to have this system on a film camera is one thing, but to have it in a point and shoot camera, is pretty impressive.
It’s also worth noting that out of the other cameras in the Yashica T lineup, this is the only one that goes down to 2.8 which is a little strange. Even the new model like the T4 and T5 only go down to 3.5, so that might be something to think about if you are considering the other models in this lineup.
Alongside this insanely fast aperture, is the 35mm focal length which is perfect for everyday shooting. I would say it just about covers all bases in terms of photography styles, making it a very versatile camera. It works for street photography, portrait photography and also landscape photography, so it really does appeal to a lot of people. However being a prime 35mm lens, it does have some lens distortion, which I personally like, but that might not be for some people. It is only minor and maybe you can’t tell, but it does exist and is something to be aware of.
Due to it being a wide-angle lens, the Yashica T3 does suffer from a little bit of vignetting which will impact your image. I particularly notice this when I'm shooting something that has the sky in the background, causing the corners to darken. And unfortunately, there is no way to fix this in-camera, but there are some tools in post-production if this bothers you.
So being a point and shoot camera everything is automatic, making it super user friendly and easy to use. You don’t have to worry about any of the exposure settings which is really handy if you don’t care about the technical side of photography.
In contrast to that, however, if you are after a film camera that is a little more manual then this camera won’t be for you or any other point and shoots for that matter, and I would suggest looking into some other options. A Canon AE-1 or Pentax K1000 might be a great starting point as they are also 35mm cameras for a similar price.
So with a fully automatic camera, you’re more than likely always going to have an autofocus system, but they do tend to be a bit dodgy on these older cameras. The Yashica T3 however has one of the best ones out there probably due to it’s super high-quality lens. You are able to focus on anything from half a meter to infinity which is pretty versatile and can be used in most situations, apart from macro photography.
Another great feature that I use all the time is the built-in flash, which has a 0.6s recharge rate, which is pretty quick considering it is an older camera. Having the option of using flash comes in handy especially if you are at a party or out at night and want to capture those low-light spontaneous moments. I know most point and shoot cameras have flashes built in too, but it’s something that I couldn’t skip over as I tend to use flash a lot when I’m shooting 35mm. For me, I really love shooting portraits with flash as it really makes the subject stand out from the background, creating a pretty interesting look. So having this feature was a necessity when I was looking at buying a point and shoot camera.
And finally, the only downside apart from the lens vignetting is the overall look of this camera. It does resemble a brick in some form and it’s definitely not the best looking camera out there, but I really don’t think that should matter, especially when it’s so small and easy to hold.
At the end of the day, you should only be concerned about the image quality rather than the externals, But if it is a big deal for you, then I would suggest looking into the Yashica T4, as it is the newer model with a more modern finish.
'Yashica T3 - Honest Thoughts (Favourite 35mm Film Camera)'
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Great video and review on this type of camera Ben! Being a digital camera photographer, I find these videos extremely interesting and tempting to try these film cameras! Thanks for all the info! Have a great week and stay safe!
Hey, thanks Paul! That's so great to hear, got plenty of film cameras to review in the future, so will hopefully have some kind of database soon. I would highly recommend trying any kind of film camera haha, always a refreshing way to photograph. Thanks so much for watching, cheers!
Really like the photo of the man with the flowers, beautiful colors!
the photos are so clean and so breathtaking to see !
Haha thanks so much man!
Great overview Ben, the images looked awesome. Nice to be able to just shoot without stressing settings.
Thank you Paul! 100% makes everything so much more enjoyable in some instances. Quite a powerful little camera
These photos are unreal! So clean dude love it
Cheers Juzzy! This would be a great camera for you my man
the photos come out so clean 🔥🔥
James Tortorella thanks James! It’s a great camera 😍
Really good review! Nice transitions and a timestamps 😍
Thanks bro!
Just bought a mint-looking one for 5 euros at thrift shop, everything seems to be working fine, can't wait to shoot and develop a whole roll.
Oh wow! That’s such a good price, thrift stores are honestly the way to go. Best of luck with the camera. Cheers!
damn how do y'all find so good prices? I live in Germany and besides having like no thrift shops, everytime I see some film cameras they all cost as much as online, probably it's well known that film cameras aren't cheap so everyone checks the real price online...
Great review, one thing I want to say is I love the shape and design of the T3.. maybe it’s just me but I think it’s damn near a perfect design when it comes to holding, shooting and putting away in either pocket or bag. Aesthetically I think it looks really good
Hey thank you! For sure, I think the design is pretty cool albeit unique, my issue is sometimes it's a bit tight to fit into a pocket ahaha
I bought a T3 over 2 years ago and I’m still loving it .
Such a great camera 😍
Great video. Really well done.
Thank you Timothy!
I got this beast cuz of you bro!!! Thanks for the recommendation!!!!
No worries man!! So glad you got it 😍
I really enjoy the portrait shots. I still have my original film camera from when I was in 8th grade. A Beseler Topcon Auto 100. I should give it a try again.
Thank you Howard! Oh that’s awesome, you should definitely give it a try! Even put some of those expired rolls through, could be very interesting. Cheers!
Great shots, and a good review! I never gave this camera a serious enough look ...
Thanks so much Jamie! It's a great little camera, so glad I picked one up, highly recommend it!
@@bendroege Awesome! Glad to see it has that magic that's in the T4.
Yes definitely! The T4 is soo nice, maybe one day I’ll pick one up haha
Really like the photo of the man with the flowers, beautiful colors
Thanks so much Nick! One of my favourites I think. Cheers!
so many great portraits
Thanks bro! Good memories in there that’s for sure
I got one for €1, really hyped about it.
Wow that’s so good!
I hope you enjoyed this weeks video! Leave any questions or thoughts about this camera down below. Here are the timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:54 - Lens
2:28 - Automatic System
3:42 - Autofocus
4:09 - Flash
4:52 - Battery
5:22 - Weight
5:32 - Design
5:59 - Price
6:28 - Summary
i love this!!!! very very useful
Flix Arber Thank you so much! Glad you found it helpful :)
Believe it or not, I got my t3 for 30€. a young dude sold the old camera from his mother and had no idea. that was so so cool.
Oh wow, that's incredible! Such an amazing camera
I picked mine up about 6 years ago and it's great, especially as it cost only £50 at the time and has tripled in value since.
Wow that’s a great return! Although don’t think it’s worth selling, such a great camera
I keep looking away when watching this video hahaha i feel like your looking through my soul. But very good video im planning to buy a t3 so im watching a bunch of videos for reviews
Hahahaha these older videos were way too serious and awkward 🥵. All the best with the camera!
@@bendroege OMG didn't expect you to reply. Been loving your videos lately.
@@katiexisti Thanks so much!
The 2.8 lens and not as heavy price tag compared to the T4 would be a great selling point for this camera. Good analysis of this camera!
Aim Shoot Develop Thanks so much! The T4 is so much better looking, but can’t justify the cost haha. Maybe one day though as they are a few years newer. Cheers!
Great video! I always see that they compare this camera with the Contax T2. Do you think it is really similar to this expensive camera?
Thanks Maria! I think its probably not as good, but very very close considering the lens is Carl Zeiss on both so the sharpness would be very similar. The T2 is definitely a nicer looking camera and slightly more modern I believe, but it’s not worth the price when the T3 is so much cheaper
Bought on at an online auction for 55 euro. Cant wait to start shooting.
Wow! that's so cheap haahah very jealous
Awesome Video! Can you tell me if this camera is still usable without the display? Found one working in good condition except for the display for $65 and am thinking about getting it.
ooh interesting question! Yes it should be fine and for $65 that's defs worth the risk. Maybe even replace the battery just in case
I have a love-hate situation with my Yashica T3. I got it from a trusted online camera store. I probably shot two rolls then I started having issues with it. It would only shoot around 22 frames out of 36 (it would suddenly skip frames), photos would only be focused on the edge (I'm guessing the back of the camera wasn't pressing the film properly). I brought it to a repair shop a few times but something always comes up. However, I love the good results I got from it.
That aside, what I don't like about it is that the flash setting goes back to default after each shot.
Anyway, I guess I'll give this camera another chance, hoping for a miracle!
Oh nooo! That's so unfortunate, these older camera can be so hit and miss sometimes, especially when they're battery operated. Ah yes I totally forgot to mention that actually, the reset does get annoying haha especially when you take a photo and forget to turn the flash on. It's such a great camera, but I have heard of similar issues as yours, maybe try out the T4 if you can spare the coin, it's ridiculously expensive but might be worth it?
Thanks so much for the comment :)
@@bendroege Thanks for the reply! I took my Yashica T3 for a spin today. Everything went smoothly for a few shots then the frame skipping started. The battery isn't new but has barely been used. I hope that changing it would a (or THE) solution.
exploregraphy ahh damn that’s such a shame! Yeah maybe it is the battery? Could be worth replacing before getting it looked at
@@bendroege Update on my Yashica T3 situation. I got a new battery but it still skipped frames. Then I realized that it did reach 36 frames right after I had the camera checked, but the weird focusing issue came up. The thing is, I used Cinestill film rolls then. So MAYBE I have to play with the DX code on the Kodak Gold? Since that's the film stock I normally use. I don't want to give up on my Yashica T3 just yet 😆
@@exploregraphy Hmm that's so strange still. The only probable cause I can think of is maybe the previous owner dropped it and some of the internals are broken...causing the focus to bend towards the edge of the frame rather than the center. And maybe the shot count has something loose, that registers additional frames when you take a single shot. You could try playing around with the DX but I fear it might be unrelated...could be worth a try though? But I'm not too sure haha. You could even try pulling it apart yourself and see if there is any damage. Might be a bit risky but nothing to lose really. Let me know if you get it working :)
I have two of these but one has a light leak. Any idea of what can cause it? The o-ring around the back cover seems intact and it closes without a problem.
Damn that's no good! I probably couldn't tell you without looking at it however sorry. Maybe try and take it to a repair shop?
which one is better t3 or t3 super ? thanks
My friend had one of these cameras in his declutter boxes, wanting to give it away for free. I took but didn't really know it's worth... until I checked out ebay. Will give it a shot before maybe selling it on
Great Video, thanks for That! Which Film ist your Favorite for this cam?
Thanks so much! I actually really like Tri-x 400 on this camera. For some reason it makes everything way more contrasty and punchy compared to when I’m shooting it on my canon ae-1 for example. This probably applies to every black and white stock like hp5 too but haven’t tried anything else
Woah, that's quite an answer! Thank you and keep the nice videos up!
@@maxetatze I appreciate the support, cheers!
Hi Ben, I don't know will u see this comment but I would like to know that should I buy T3? I have the Konica A4. Will they have any major different? Thanks!
Hey Peter! I'm not too familiar with the A4 so I might not be the best person to ask. But honestly the T3 is a beast, I would recommend it to anyone regardless of what other cameras they have. It's super special
Have you used this camera at any concerts or gigs? Curious to see how it would perform under those conditions
I haven’t no! I think it wouldn’t be the best idea just because you don’t have that much control over the exposure. And f2.8 doesn’t always let enough light in. I would opt for an SLR instead :)
I may see if i can find one of these, ive been hating 35mm but i really think it's because I just dont have a proper 35mm!
Yes definitely! 35mm can be hit and miss, although sometimes it might not even be the camera but more the scan quality. Even so, this camera is soo nice and would definitely recommend checking it out if you can
hi. how to focus manually? thanks
ive just got mine for a price of £5 and was wondering if you have a video on how to use it
Unfortunately I dont! But it’s super easy, just search up how to load a 35mm film camera and any point and shoot camera will be the same
I love you bud
Haha thank you!
Where can I find some? Facebook marketplace? Local camera ship
Ebay might best! Otherwise Facebook market place for sure, but might have to wait a little :)
HM...why this camera is so expensive second Hand?
I think just like most older second hand items it’s just supply vs demand. I would be interested to see how this was going for when it was released
"yeesheekee three"
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@@bendroege lol
Never recommend the overpriced K1000
Overpriced now yes
For a few days I was looking online for a 35mm to get started in analogic, today I thought to check in the basement and I found this camera in perfect condition, almost new!🥹
That’s amazing! What a great find. Good luck with the new cam :)
@@bendroege thanks!😊💪🏻