Yashica I 35mm Compact

Yashica I 35mm Compact - Good Condition | Classic Japanese Viewfinder Camera with Yashinon 32mm f/3.5 Lens and Original Case

The Yashica I is a charming and well-built Japanese 35mm viewfinder camera from Yashica's respected early compact lineup — a solidly constructed and practical camera that delivers reliable everyday film photography in an elegant and pocketable package. The Yashinon 32mm f/3.5 fixed lens delivers sharp and characterful images with the natural rendering quality that Yashica's Yashinon glass is renowned for. This example comes complete with its original Yashica case and neck strap — making it a particularly well-preserved and complete find. Serial number SR 907880.

Key Features

• Yashinon 32mm f/3.5 fixed lens — sharp and characterful Yashica optic
• Classic viewfinder design for bright and accurate framing
• Manual exposure control
• Compact and pocketable — ideal for street and travel photography
• Solid and well-built construction typical of Yashica's early lineup
• Original Yashica case and neck strap included — a particularly complete example
• A genuine piece of Japanese camera history

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to housing
• Optics: Lens clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics: Shutter fires correctly; focus and aperture controls operating smoothly; film transport functioning as expected

"The Yashica I is one of those classic Japanese viewfinder cameras that rewards the patient photographer with results that consistently impress. The Yashinon 32mm f/3.5 delivers sharp, natural images with a character that suits street and travel photography perfectly. In good condition with the original Yashica case and neck strap, this is a charming and complete find."

What's Included

• Yashica I camera
• Original Yashica case
• Neck strap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Yashica
• Model: Yashica I
• Serial Number: SR 907880
• Lens: Yashinon 32mm f/3.5 (fixed)
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Focus: Manual
• Exposure: Manual
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 1.0m
• Filter Thread: 40.5mm
• Construction: All-metal body
• Type: Compact Film Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition