Yashica-D
The popular budget choice with Rollei-style controls.
Specifications
| Taking Lens | Yashikor 80mm f/3.5 |
| Viewing Lens | Yashikor 80mm f/3.5 |
| Lens Elements | 3 |
| Shutter | Copal MXV |
| Shutter Speeds | 1s - 1/500s + B |
| Light Meter | None |
| Filter Mount | Bay I |
| Focusing | Knob advance |
- Rollei-style control wheels
- Bay 1 filter mount
- Integrated frame counter
- 14 year production run
History
Produced for an impressive 14 years from 1958 to 1972, the Yashica-D became one of the most popular budget TLRs ever made. Its Rolleiflex-style control wheels and reliable Copal shutter made it a favorite of beginners and enthusiasts who wanted quality without the Rolleiflex price tag.
Notable Photographers
Widely used by photography students and hobbyists throughout the 1960s.
Cultural Significance
Often recommended as the ideal 'first TLR' for film photography beginners.
Innovations
- Rollei-style control wheels
- Bay I filter mount
Collector Notes
Popular budget-friendly model with triplet lens. Great entry-level TLR.
Current Market Prices (USD)
| Condition | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Poor | $30 – $60 |
| Average | $60 – $100 |
| Good | $100 – $150 |
| Excellent | $150 – $200 |
| Mint | $200 – $280 |
Source: eBay 2024
Articles & Reviews
- Yashica-D TLR Film Camera Review — Shoot It With Film
- Yashica D - Diving into Medium Format — 35mmc
- Yashica-D TLR Review — EMULSIVE
- Yashica-D (1970) — Mike Eckman
Manuals & Documentation
Photo Galleries
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