{"product_id":"yashica-half-17-rapid","title":"Yashica Half 17 Rapid","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eYashica Half 17 Rapid | S\/N: 50312308\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLike New Condition | Half-Frame Film Camera | The High-Speed \"Rapid\" Street Specialist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eYashica Half 17 Rapid\u003c\/b\u003e is a masterfully engineered half-frame camera, designed during the 1960s to offer double the exposures of a standard 35mm roll. Featuring the exceptionally fast and sharp \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"197\"\u003eYashinon 32mm f\/1.7\u003c\/b\u003e lens, it is celebrated for its ability to produce high-quality imagery even in challenging low-light conditions. This specific model is iconic for its use of the \"Agfa Rapid\" cassette system, which eliminated the need for manual rewinding and offered a unique, streamlined workflow for the candid photographer. With its bright-frame viewfinder and sophisticated selenium-cell exposure system, the Half 17 Rapid provides the mechanical soul and mid-century elegance that made \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"692\"\u003eYashica\u003c\/b\u003e a leader in the compact camera revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eUltra-fast \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003eYashinon 32mm f\/1.7\u003c\/b\u003e prime lens for elite low-light performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eHalf-frame format, allowing for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e72 exposures\u003c\/b\u003e on a standard 36-exposure length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eUnique \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eRapid Cassette\u003c\/b\u003e loading system for fast, rewind-free film handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eFully automatic exposure control powered by a circular selenium light meter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eLarge, bright-frame viewfinder with parallax correction marks for accurate framing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003eErgonomic thumb-wheel film advance for rapid-fire street photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003eAll-metal industrial design with classic 1960s Japanese styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntroductory Paragraph\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eYashica Half 17 Rapid\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive choice for the enthusiast who values both economy and optical speed. This specific unit (S\/N: 50312308) is a standout because it is in \"Like New\" condition, appearing as a pristine example of the peak half-frame era. Manufacturers at the time competed to fit professional-grade \"f\/1.7\" glass into pocketable bodies, and this Yashica is the crown jewel of that effort. The 32mm focal length provides a natural wide-angle perspective (roughly equivalent to 45mm in full-frame terms), making it a versatile tool for daily life and environmental portraits. Because the selenium meter powers the exposure automatically, it serves as an intuitive \"point-and-shoot\" that requires no batteries. Whether you are experimenting with diptychs or documenting urban street scenes, this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"839\"\u003eYashica\u003c\/b\u003e provides the optical brilliance and mechanical charm that defined the golden age of compact analog cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e Like new condition. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eYashica\u003c\/b\u003e camera body (S\/N: 50312308) is in exceptional aesthetic state with virtually no visible signs of wear. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"156\"\u003eYashinon\u003c\/b\u003e lens is optically flawless; free from fungus, haze, or scratches. The selenium meter is highly responsive and has been tested for accuracy. The shutter fires perfectly across its range, and the internal Rapid-loading mechanism remains in factory-smooth condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecialist Note\u003c\/b\u003e \"Finding a Half 17 Rapid in this 'Like New' condition is a rare treat for any collector. What I love about this model is the lens; having an f\/1.7 aperture on a half-frame camera is a luxury that allows for a level of background separation you rarely see in this format. It’s a rugged, honest piece of Japanese engineering that feels incredibly solid in the hand. For anyone looking to explore the 'Rapid' system or simply wanting a high-speed vintage street camera that stands out from the crowd, this Yashica is a top-tier performer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYashica Half 17 Rapid\u003c\/b\u003e 35mm Half-Frame Camera (S\/N: 50312308)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eIntegrated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003eYashinon 32mm f\/1.7\u003c\/b\u003e Lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003eLeather Case \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eBrand: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eYashica\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eModel: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eHalf 17 Rapid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eCamera Type: Compact Film Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003eFilm Format: 35mm (Half-Frame 18x24mm) \/ Rapid System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003eLens: Yashinon 32mm (3,2cm) f\/1.7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003eShutter Speeds: 1\/30s to 1\/800s (Automatic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003eCategory: 1. 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