Yashica A
The Yashica A is a 6x6 medium-format twin-lens reflex camera taking 120 roll film, produced by the Japanese maker Yashica from the mid-1950s. It sat at the entry level of Yashica's TLR range, offering a simpler specification than the later Yashica-Mat models aimed at amateur users moving up from 35mm.
At UK auction today the Yashica A is an inexpensive entry into medium-format TLR shooting, with recent hammer prices sitting in the £20–£35 range on a very small sample of sales. Because these are saleroom hammer results rather than dealer retail, working examples in clean cosmetic condition tend to sell for more once restored and serviced, and condition of the taking lens and shutter is the dominant factor in what a body is worth.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
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| Jun 2024 | £20 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 193) Title: A Yashica A TLR Camera
Description:
A Yashica A TLR Camera, serial no A 10510195, shutter working, body G, light wear, with Yashicor 80mm f/3.5 lens, elements F-G, some fungus spots |
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| Dec 2023 | £35 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 42) Title: A Yashica A TLR Camera
Description:
A Yashica A TLR Camera, black, shutter working, body G, paint wear & scratches to edges, with Yashikor 80mm f/3.5 lens, elements G, in worn ERC |
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