Yashica TL-Electro
35mm MF film SLR camera • Discontinued
- Announced:
- · March 1972
- Production status:
- ● Discontinued
- Country of design:
- · Japan
- System:
- · Yashica M42 (1961)
Specification
| Format: | |
| 35mm full frame | |
Film type: | 135 cartridge-loaded film |
| M42 [45.5mm] | |
| Shutter: | |
Type: | Focal-plane |
Model: | Mechanical |
Speeds: | 1 - 1/1000 + B |
| Exposure: | |
Exposure metering: | Through-the-lens (TTL), stop-down |
Exposure modes: | Manual |
| Physical characteristics: | |
Weight: | 920g |
Dimensions: | 145x94x95mm |
Manufacturer description #1
The fabulous TL Electro - now with a superb multi layer f/1.7 lens
The Yashica TL Electro camera is packed with features which must make it far and away the best camera in its price range. It has received accolades in reviews that would have befitted much more expensive cameras.
The TL Electro has precise electronic metering, complete manual control, quality construction and finish, precision to a tiny fraction of a stop, between-speeds linked to the exposure meter over a range of 1/60 to 1/1000, and fixed speeds from a full 1 second to 1/1000.
All this and more.
And now the TL Electro is available with the fantastic Yashinon multi layer f/1.7 lens that everyone is raving about. Mechanically, electronically and optically, this camera is a masterpiece at a price you can afford. Like all Yashica electronic cameras it is guaranteed for two full years.
Manufacturer description #2
Yashica's TL Electro measures light electronically. We've replaced the delicate meter needle with a solid state brain. It has no moving parts. Does not require periodic maintenance. And, is virtually unaffected by temperature, humidity - even shock! Our computer brain gives you an illuminated "readout" in the viewfinder that guides you to perfect exposure. Under all lighting conditions. The brain is connected to the shutter speed control. And you get a full range of speeds from 1 sec. to 1/1000 sec. You can even select in-between speeds from 1/60 thru 1/1000 sec. for truly outstanding control.
Manufacturer description #3
The Yashica-engineered Thru-the-Lens IC Exposure Readout System has been modified to ensure greater ease in exposure control and incorporated in this budget-priced SLR. A green O-shaped indicator lamp comes on when the camera is set for correct exposure. The TL-ELECTRO offers the highest standard of precision plus maximum handling ease, adapting it for use particularly by the general amateur.
- Auto Yashinon-DS 50mm f/1.9 or Auto Yashinon DS-M 50mm f/1.7, f/1.4 or 55mm f/1.2 interchangeable with other Yashinon lenses; minimum focus 0.5 meter (1 ft 6 inches); minimum aperture f/16.
- Thru-the-Lens IC Exposure Readout System with CdS sensors built into the pentaprism housing for average light reading; O-shaped green indicator lamp comes on to signal correct exposure setting; operates on two 1.4V mercury batteries (Mallory PX640, Eveready E640N equivalent)
- Focal plane shutter coupled to IC Readout System provides speeds from 1 sec. to 1/1000 sec. (in-between settings feasible from 1/60 to 1/1000 sec.), plus B; built-in self-timer
- Automatic FP-X sync, plus X contact direct-shoe
- ASA range from 12 to 1600, microprism focusing spot
From the editor
The weight and dimensions are indicated for the camera body with the Auto Yashinon-DS 50mm F/1.9 lens mounted.
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| Praktica DTL 3 | M, 1/1000 | TTL · WA | M | 1979 ● |
| Praktica EE 2 | E, 1/1000 | TTL · OA | AM | 1977 ● |
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| Praktica V FB | M, 1/500 | Window | M | 1965 ● |
| Praktica VLC | M, 1/1000 | TTL · OA | M | 1974 ● |
| Praktica VLC 2 | M, 1/1000 | TTL · OA | M | 1976 ● |
| Praktica VLC 3 | M, 1/1000 | TTL · OA | M | 1976 ● |
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| Ricoh Singlex II | M, 1/1000 | TTL · WA | M | 1976 ● |
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| Ricoh SLX 500 | M, 1/500 | TTL · WA | M | 1975 ● |
| Ricoh TLS 401 | M, 1/1000 | TTL · WA | M | 1970 ● |
| Sigma Mark-I | M, 1/1000 | TTL · WA | M | 1975 ● |
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| Zeiss Ikon SL706 | M, 1/1000 | TTL · OA | M | 1971 ● |
| Zenit-10 akaЗенит-10 |
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| Zenit-11 akaЗенит-11 |
M, 1/500 | Window | M | 1982 ● |
| Zenit-122[V] akaЗенит-122[В] |
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| Zenit-12sd akaZenit-12xp akaЗенит-12сд |
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| Zenit-16 akaЗенит-16 |
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