Yashica TL Electro 35mm SLR Film Camera with Vivitar 24mm 2.8 wide angle lens

Yashica TL Electro – 35mm SLR Film Camera with Vivitar 24mm 2.8 wide angle lens

The Yashica TL-Electro (introduced in 1972) is a robust, fully mechanical 35mm SLR camera renowned for its heavy, all-metal construction. It utilizes the popular M42 screw-mount system, giving photographers access to a vast array of high-quality, affordable vintage lenses.

Core Specifications
• Type: 35mm SLR film camera
• Lens Mount: M42 screw mount
• Shutter: Horizontal cloth focal-plane
• Shutter Speeds: 1 sec to 1/1000 sec, plus Bulb (B)
• ISO/ASA Range: 12 to 1600
• Battery: Originally a 1.35V mercury battery (historically PX625) to power the light meter

Mechanical Reliability: The camera requires no battery to operate. The shutter and all mechanical features work flawlessly even if the meter battery is dead, making it incredibly dependable.