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Not long ago I began looking for a medium format camera. After using 35mm film for a while I can see the benifit in a larger size. Most of the entry level cameras with interchangable lenses are still fairly expensive and they tend to be bulky as well. That’s where a small box comes in handy. It’s a TLR to be exact. Compact, light and sexy if I say so.

The Yashica Mat 124G is a very common entry level camera to MF. It offers an 80/3.5 4 element lens with a B/1 to 1/500 Copal shutter and a short ASA range of 25 to 400. The camera takes both 120 and 220 film and has a meter which you use at your own risk. The best thing about these cameras is the massive ground glass focusing screen. It’s such a delight to use it.

I picked up a roll of Tri-X 400 and a Provia 100 today. I think I’ll try the 400 first because I can develop that at home. Stay tuned for the first set of pics. In the meantime, check out the mint condition. It’s almost a shame to use it and I’m seriously considering buying another to use so this one can be stored away.

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