Yashica Minister Analogue camera

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Yashica Minister 35mm rangefinder camera, very good physical condition, tested and working, dating from the 1960s.

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Yashica Minister 35mm rangefinder film camera, tested and working.

Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.

The Yashica Minister is a handsome 35mm rangefinder camera from the early 1960s, featuring a sharp Yashinon lens and a selenium light meter. With its clean styling and smooth mechanical operation, it is a characterful and affordable classic for film photography enthusiasts and collectors.

Condition: USED — Excellent +5
Pre-owned in beautiful condition. The light meter works stably and the optics are very good. The viewfinder has very slight haze (no practical issue) and the rangefinder double-image is very clear. The focusing helicoid feels slightly heavy.

Serial Number
Please check the photo.

Appearance
Beautiful body with minimal signs of use. Please check the photos for details.

Optical Condition
Lens: Very good.
Viewfinder: Very slight haze (no practical issue); the rangefinder double-image is very clear.

Functional
Light meter: Operates stably.
Rangefinder: Double-image is very clear.
Focusing: The helicoid turns but feels slightly heavy.
Shutter and film advance: Operate.

Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.

Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.

Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.

Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."

Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.

Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.

Seller's Story

Welcome to Snow Optics Japan! We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more). "Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence. We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you. Thank you for visiting our auctions!

Yashica Minister 35mm rangefinder film camera, tested and working.

Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.

The Yashica Minister is a handsome 35mm rangefinder camera from the early 1960s, featuring a sharp Yashinon lens and a selenium light meter. With its clean styling and smooth mechanical operation, it is a characterful and affordable classic for film photography enthusiasts and collectors.

Condition: USED — Excellent +5
Pre-owned in beautiful condition. The light meter works stably and the optics are very good. The viewfinder has very slight haze (no practical issue) and the rangefinder double-image is very clear. The focusing helicoid feels slightly heavy.

Serial Number
Please check the photo.

Appearance
Beautiful body with minimal signs of use. Please check the photos for details.

Optical Condition
Lens: Very good.
Viewfinder: Very slight haze (no practical issue); the rangefinder double-image is very clear.

Functional
Light meter: Operates stably.
Rangefinder: Double-image is very clear.
Focusing: The helicoid turns but feels slightly heavy.
Shutter and film advance: Operate.

Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.

Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.

Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.

Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."

Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.

Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.

Seller's Story

Welcome to Snow Optics Japan! We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more). "Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence. We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you. Thank you for visiting our auctions!

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Yashica
Model/type nr
Minister
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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Objects sold
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