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Dual Film Versatility
Engineered with a switchable pressure plate and frame counter for 12-exposure 120 or 24-exposure 220 film.
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01 / 04Yashica Mat-124 Twin-Lens Reflex 6x6 Camera — photograph 1
Highlights
Why this object
still matters.
The Yashica Mat-124 is a medium format twin-lens reflex camera introduced in 1968, capable of shooting both 120 and 220 roll film in 6x6 cm format. This example features an integrated CdS light meter atop the faceplate, a Copal-SV leaf shutter, and an 80mm f/3.5 Yashinon taking lens fitted with vintage colored filters.
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Four-Element Yashinon Lens
Equipped with an 80mm f/3.5 Yashinon taking lens renowned for sharpness and classic mid-century rendering.
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Integrated Light Meter
Features a front-facing CdS light meter sensor and window integrated cleanly into the nameplate housing.
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Copal-SV Leaf Shutter
Provides full flash sync across all shutter speeds with integrated M/X synchronization lever.
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Crank-Operated Transport
Features an automatic crank advance that winds the film and simultaneously cocks the shutter in one cycle.
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Bayonet I Accessory Mount
Standard Bay 1 front mount permits the use of widely available TLR filters, hoods, and close-up lenses.
Specifications
The useful facts,
clearly recorded.
Measurements, construction, identity, and seller-supplied details are kept together for direct comparison.
Reviewed · Curio catalogue
Maker
Yashica Co., Ltd., Tokyo
Origin
Japan
Year
1968
Department
cameras
Dimensions
10.2 × 10.8 × 14.8 cm
Packed shipment
2.5 kg · 35 × 28 × 22 cm
Film Format
120 and 220 roll film (6×6 cm square format)
Taking Lens
Yashinon 80mm f/3.5
Viewing Lens
Yashinon 80mm f/2.8
Shutter
Copal-SV leaf shutter
Filter Mount
Bayonet I (Bay 1) mount
Film Advance
Crank winder with automatic frame stop
Details
Close inspection,
recorded in photographs.
Detail № 01 · Yashica Mat-124 Twin-Lens Reflex 6x6 Camera — photograph 2
Detail № 02 · Yashica Mat-124 Twin-Lens Reflex 6x6 Camera — photograph 3
Heritage
A traceable life,
carefully recorded.
Provenance documentation was not supplied for this specific Yashica Mat-124 Twin-Lens Reflex 6x6 Camera; this listing is based on the supplied photographs only.
Optics & Filtration
Crafted for Black-and-White Mastery
As seen in the front perspective, pairing high-contrast filters like the red Hellrot to the Yashinon lens allowed photographers to dramatically darken skies and isolate dramatic landscape textures on medium-format roll film.
Mechanical Engineering
Rapid Crank Operation
The side view highlights the fold-away winding crank and 12-exposure counter, which streamlined film transport and cocking into a fluid motion, making the Mat-124 a favorite among documentary and studio photographers.
Timeline
An object in time,
one continuous story.
1957
Yashica-Mat Introduced
Yashica launches its first crank-advance TLR camera, establishing the chassis lineage.
1968
Yashica Mat-124 Debut
The Mat-124 arrives with native dual 120/220 film capability and a built-in CdS match-needle meter.
1970
Transition to Mat-124G
Yashica introduces the Mat-124G, incorporating gold-plated contacts and all-black styling.
1971
End of Mat-124 Production
Original chrome-trimmed Mat-124 production concludes as the 124G takes over fully.
Condition
Honest wear,
documented clearly.
The camera body shows moderate cosmetic wear, including edge paint rub on the black enamelled castings, slight surface marks on the silver-toned trim, and intact textured leatherette. Vintage filters are attached to both lenses; the viewing lens features a yellow filter and the taking lens holds a Rolleifilter Hellrot (light red) filter. An original oval gold JCII 'PASSED' inspection sticker remains affixed to the side of the viewfinder housing.
✓
InspectedCosmetic Body & Trim
Shows light edge wear, superficial marks along the painted metal rims, and screw heads consistent with standard handling, while leatherette wrap remains fully attached.
✓
InspectedOptics & Fitted Filters
Both lenses are mounted with Bayonet I colored filters—a yellow filter on the viewing lens and a German Rolleifilter Hellrot on the taking lens.
✓
InspectedWinding Mechanism
Side-mounted folding metal crank arm and surrounding concentric dial show minor edge finish loss but remain intact with the frame counter window displaying '12 EX'.
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InspectedInspection Label
Original Japanese Camera Inspection Institute (JCII 97) gold oval sticker is preserved on the upper side of the meter and finder assembly.
Logistics
Inspected, insured,
door to door.
Step 01
Delivery
Inspected, photographed, and packed with its condition report.
Step 02
Shipping
Custom-fit protective packing with tracked, insured courier service.
Step 03
Returns
Return requests are accepted within fourteen days of confirmed delivery.
Step 04
Dispatch
Prepared for courier handoff within three to five business days.
Acquisition
Make it part of
your collection.
Contact the seller for more information or to discuss this object.
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Yashica Mat-124 Twin-Lens Reflex 6x6 Camera