Some other Yashica models made in 1969
(With 1969 list prices)

These images and descriptions were found in an advertising pamphlet that came with the TL Electro I have.   The images aren't very good quality since the originals I scanned were only about 3/4 inch.

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If only we could buy these cameras at these prices today...

Twin Lens Reflex
Yashica-D Yashica 635
Yashica D   Perfect "in-between" model, with semi-automatic film transport, matched f/3.5 lenses.   Under $67.50 plus shipping. Yashica 635   Dual format camera uses standard 120-size film, converts to 35mm.   Under $90 with conversion kit, plus case.

Yashica Mat Yashica Mat 124
Yashica-Mat   A professional camera featuring quality optics, fully automatic crank action film transport.   Under $90 plus case. Yashica Mat-124   All fine professional features with convertable pressure plate that permits use of new 220 film, as well as 120.   Sensitive CdS match-needle exposure.   Under $110 plus case.
[The Yashica Mat-124G, probably the best known today, wasn't out yet in 1969.]

A nice Yashica-mat homepage


35mm Rangefinders
Minister III 35YJ Minister D
Minister III   Features rangefinder focusing, uncoupled round-the-lens electric eye.   Under $67 plus case. 35YJ   Sharp photos are yours every time with the YJ, with fast f/2.8 lens.   Kit includes case and flash.   Under $77. Minister D   Features uncoupled "2 in 1" meter, perfect for backlighted shots.   f/2.8 lens.   Under $72 plus case.

Lynx-5000e Electro-35 Lynx-14e
Lynx 5000e   Compose, focus and set exposure through the finder.   f/2.8 lens.   Electronic Exposure Readout.   Under $105 plus case. Electro-35   With rugged, shock resistant solid state exposure system, all advanced features.   Under $115 plus case.   Electro-35 kit $220 Lynx-14e   Advanced model of the popular Lynx, with superfast DX/1.4 lens, 1/500th shutter, and Electronic Exposure Readout.   Under $125 plus case.

Rangefinder fans should visit the Yashica Guy or Rangefinder Network sites

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