Yashica Mat-124G TLR | Analogue camera

The Yashica Mat-124G is a medium format twin-lens reflex camera in 6x6, designed to offer a high-quality analog photography experience in a compact body with a classic design. It uses 120 film and produces square negatives, characterized by tonal richness and excellent detail reproduction.

The TLR (Twin Lens Reflex) system uses two lenses: one dedicated to capturing images and another for viewing through a waist-level viewfinder, which offers a wide and bright image visible from above. This approach allows for a slower, more reflective shooting experience, ideal for portrait, street, and artistic photography.

The Mat-124G is equipped with a built-in light meter, manual controls for shutter speeds and aperture, and a central shutter that allows flash synchronization at all speeds. The fixed main lens ensures sharp rendering with a soft blur, a feature highly appreciated.

From an aesthetic and structural point of view, it features a black finish, squared lines, and a solid but relatively lightweight structure for its category. It is considered a reliable and accessible camera, often used as a more affordable alternative to high-end professional models.
Exposimeter not tested, dust inside the lenses, shutter speeds below 125 need to be verified; I recommend a check of all shutter speeds.
Even today, it is sought after by medium format enthusiasts and photographers who desire a manual and tactile shooting process, along with image rendering with a strong analog character.