Yashica Minimatic-S Analogue camera
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Yashica Minimatic-S 35mm coupled-rangefinder camera with a fast fixed Yashinon 45mm f/1.8 lens and a battery-free selenium light meter, tested and working.
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Yashica Minimatic-S 35mm coupled-rangefinder camera with fast fixed Yashinon 45mm f/1.8 lens and selenium meter. Working; please note the condition points below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Yashica Minimatic-S is a compact 35mm coupled-rangefinder camera introduced by Yashica around 1963, during the golden era of fixed-lens rangefinders. It pairs a fast 45mm f/1.8 Yashinon lens with a leaf shutter and a battery-free selenium light meter that drives automatic exposure, so the camera sets the settings while the photographer focuses via the rangefinder patch. Its fast lens, self-powered meter that needs no hard-to-source battery, and solid all-metal build are typical of the period. Film shooters and collectors value it as an affordable, self-contained everyday shooter and a lesser-known entry in Yashicas respected rangefinder lineage.
Condition: Used — Excellent
Pre-owned, with age-related wear noted below. The meter and shutter are working.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
The body shows age-related wear, including some paint loss. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: The lens has slight fungus, which should have little effect on images.
Functional
The selenium light meter works well and the leaf shutter operates without issue.
The coupled rangefinder is usable for focusing.
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 Minimatic-S 35mm coupled-rangefinder camera with fast fixed Yashinon 45mm f/1.8 lens and selenium meter. Working; please note the condition points below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Yashica Minimatic-S is a compact 35mm coupled-rangefinder camera introduced by Yashica around 1963, during the golden era of fixed-lens rangefinders. It pairs a fast 45mm f/1.8 Yashinon lens with a leaf shutter and a battery-free selenium light meter that drives automatic exposure, so the camera sets the settings while the photographer focuses via the rangefinder patch. Its fast lens, self-powered meter that needs no hard-to-source battery, and solid all-metal build are typical of the period. Film shooters and collectors value it as an affordable, self-contained everyday shooter and a lesser-known entry in Yashicas respected rangefinder lineage.
Condition: Used — Excellent
Pre-owned, with age-related wear noted below. The meter and shutter are working.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
The body shows age-related wear, including some paint loss. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: The lens has slight fungus, which should have little effect on images.
Functional
The selenium light meter works well and the leaf shutter operates without issue.
The coupled rangefinder is usable for focusing.
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
Minimatic-S
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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