Yashica's T series evolution
Nov 19, 2020 20:41:25 GMT
on Nov 19, 2020 20:41:25 GMT
Posted: Nov 19, 2020 20:41:25 GMT
I thought it might be interesting to place the first (T AF) and last (T5) version of Yashica's venerable T* series of cameras next to each other so that one can see the design evolution..
It generally echoes the trend from the slightly clunky designs of the mid-1980s to the more refined, compact styles of the mid-1990s.
Yashica T Evolution
Both of these feature the same Zeiss T* 35mm f3.5 Tessar lens but it is worth remembering that the T3, which still has the general appearance of the T, used a faster f2.8 Tessar design. And for those wondering what the main differences are between the T4 and T5 which look so alike in overall dimension, the T5 adds a waist level finder and weather-proofing. It seems probable that the 'pocketability' of the T4 and T5 could not have been achieved had Yashica continued to use the f2.8 Tessar.
Sorry not to show the lens on the T AF but the cover retracts only as the shutter is pressed.
It generally echoes the trend from the slightly clunky designs of the mid-1980s to the more refined, compact styles of the mid-1990s.
Yashica T Evolution
Both of these feature the same Zeiss T* 35mm f3.5 Tessar lens but it is worth remembering that the T3, which still has the general appearance of the T, used a faster f2.8 Tessar design. And for those wondering what the main differences are between the T4 and T5 which look so alike in overall dimension, the T5 adds a waist level finder and weather-proofing. It seems probable that the 'pocketability' of the T4 and T5 could not have been achieved had Yashica continued to use the f2.8 Tessar.
Sorry not to show the lens on the T AF but the cover retracts only as the shutter is pressed.
