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Yashica YF (Nicca)

The Yashica YF is a 35mm rangefinder camera produced in collaboration with Nicca, the Japanese maker whose Leica-screw-mount bodies Yashica absorbed in the late 1950s. It uses the 39mm Leica thread mount and was positioned as a late-era LTM rangefinder aimed at enthusiasts familiar with the Nicca/Leica III-series layout.

At UK auction, hammer prices for the Yashica YF have ranged from around £290 to £550, with a median near £410 — figures that reflect wholesale saleroom results rather than dealer retail. As of today in 2026, clean, fully working examples with original top plates tend to sell at the upper end of that range, while cosmetically tired or non-functional bodies are worth noticeably less. Collectors treat it as a scarce Nicca derivative, so condition and completeness drive what the camera sells for.

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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.

Date Price Source
Jun 2024 £180 Special Auction Services
Nov 2020 £471 Flints Auctions
Nov 2019 USD 450 pedia_sales_tamarkin
Nov 2014 EUR 950 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 550 Leitz Auction
Mar 2007 £192 Christie's
Jun 2005 £330 Christie's
Aug 2000 £446 Christie's
Aug 2000 £470 Christie's
Jun 1999 £368 Christie's
Nov 1998 £287 Christie's
Aug 1998 £287 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Yashica YF worth at UK auction today?

Recorded hammer prices sit between roughly £290 and £550, with a median close to £410; the exact value depends heavily on cosmetic condition and shutter function.

How much does a Yashica YF sell for compared with other Nicca-derived rangefinders?

The YF typically sells for a similar or slightly higher price than comparable late Nicca bodies because of its short production and Yashica-branded scarcity.

Does the Yashica YF take Leica screw-mount lenses?

Yes, it uses the 39mm Leica thread mount, so standard LTM lenses will fit, which supports its ongoing value among users as well as collectors.

What most affects the price of a Yashica YF?

Shutter accuracy, rangefinder alignment, and originality of the top plate and engravings are the main factors; tidy, working examples achieve the strongest results.

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