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Yashica 24 User manual
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- Yashica
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- Yashica 24
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- English
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The Yashica 24 was meant to use 220 film. The Yashica 12 to use 120 film.
Check this Wiki page to see instructions on how to use 120 film in this camera.
THIS CAMERA TAKES MERCURY BATTERIES,
CLICK HERE FOR INFO ON REPLACEMENTS
The Yashica 24 was meant to use 220 film. The Yashica 12 to use 120 film. Check
this Wiki page to see instructions on how to use 120 film in this camera.
There are now YouTube videos and Photo.net articles stating 120 seem to work fine.
Your Yashica 24 is the newest model of the Yashica Twin-Lens Reflexes. It provides the amazingly advanced
features, such as
* Fabulously sharp f/3.5 lens for color picture-taking,
* High precision Match-Needle CdS exposure meter for foolproof
exposure control,
* Ultra-luminous large focusing screen plus automatic film transport
for rapid and easy shooting regardless of your subjects, and affords
you the use of an unusual new 220 film.
Now, you are ready to use a 220 film which makes 24 - 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 in. exposures per roll.
Your Yashica 24 is very easy to operate--its automatic picture taking system gives you the absolute security that
you need for your creative Photos.View original page 2Page 4 · Read text
LOADING MERCURY BATTERY
The CdS exposure meter incorporated in your Yashica 24 requires a
1.3-volt mercury battery, Mallory PX-13B, Eveready EPX-13 or
equivalent. (Webmaster - see my main manuals page for
information on replacement of mercury batteries. It's usually a
WEIN cell )
See this link on a Wein Air replacement battery.
https://www.butkus.org/chinon/mercury_replacement_batteries.html
(1) Unscrew the coin-slotted Battery Cover in the
direction of the arrow.
[2] Drop the battery in the Battery Compartment as
illustrated--the plus pole (+) up;
the minus pole ( - ) down--then, close the Cover.
CAUTION ON MERCURY BATTERY
The CdS exposure meter activates when the Exposure Meter Switch is pressed. When not pressed, it prevents
battery drain. When the meter does not activate even by depressing the Switch, it shows the battery should be
replaced. There are replacement Wein Air Batteries for mercury batteries.
* Do not disassemble the battery.
* Do not throw any used mercury battery into a fire or where children can get hold of it. When the camera is not
in use for a long period of time, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry and safe place.View original page 4Page 5 · Read text
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LOADING FILM (1)
Your Yashica 24 is used with the 220 film (6x6 cm). This film is designed to provide 120 image size but with
twice the usual number of frames per roll. [220 film only has a paper backing in the beginning and end, not in
the middle. This allows all that film to wind on that small roll.]
To remove the camera from the carrying case for film loading, raise the two metal Lock slides at the top of the
camera and spread the sides of the case apart. Then, lift the camera.
You should load a film in subdued light. never in direct sun light.
Turn the Back Cover Locking Ring on the base in the direction of the arrow marked "O" and the Cover will pop
open.
[2] Remove the Take-up Spool in the Lower Film Chamber by pulling out the Lower Spool Locking Knob.
Place the Take. Up Spool in the Upper Film Chamber by pulling out the Upper Spool Locking Knob.
[3] Place a new roll of 220 film in the Lower
[4] Gently draw out the film leader and thread it
Film Chamber.
firmly and evenly into the spool slot.View original page 5Page 6 · Read text
[5] Gently wind the Crank in the direction of the [6] Advance the film by winding slowly the
arrow. Crank, and set the arrows on the film at the
Starter Arrows for 220 film.
[7] Close the Back Cover and lock it by turning
[8] The letter "S" appears in the Exposure
the Locking Ring in the direction of the arrow
Counter Window.
marked " C".
[9] The Film Exposure Counter is automatically (1) Wind the Crank clockwise until it stops.
reset to 'S' when the Back Cover is opened. The figure "1 " appears in the Window.
(2) Wind the Crank counter-clockwise until it stops.
The shutter is set and you're ready to shoot your first picture.View original page 6Page 7 · Read text
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UNLOADING FILM
After all 24 exposures have been taken, wind the Crank as far as it will go, until "*" mark appears in the
Window and continue turning the Crank about another 3 turns to wind off the trailer of the film.
[2] Rotate the Locking Ring in the direction of the arrow marked "O", and the Back Cover will pop open.
[3] Pull out the Lock Knob in the direction of the arrow and remove the exposed film.
* It is advisable to place the spool of the Lower Film Chamber in the Upper Film Chamber for the next picture-
taking.
FOR CORRECT EXPOSURE (1)
Set the ASA speed of your film in use at the index line in the
ASA Window by turning the ASA Speed Control Wheel.
The diagram shows what graduations between specific
numbers stand for. You will find an ASA number printed on
the film's instruction sheet.View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
Shutter Speed Table for the beginner
Light Conditions Average Subjects
Bright or Hazy Sun /500: 1/250 sec.
Cloudy Bright 1/250: 1/125 sec.
Heavy Overcast or Rain 1/60: 1/30 sec.
Indoor Slower shutter speeds than 1/30 sec.
Special purposes 1 sec.: Bulb
[2] Set the desired shutter speed by turning
the Shutter Speed Control Wheel up or down
as indicated by the arrow. The exposure
needle is cross-coupled to the shutter speeds.
The aperture is determined according to light conditions.
* It is recommended to use the shutter speed of 1/500 sec. when you shoot rapidly moving sub jects, such as car,
bicycle, action in sports, etc.
* In taking pictures of ordinary moving subjects, such as man, you can shoot it at 1/250 sec.View original page 8Page 9 · Read text
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(B) Align the needle (cross-coupled to the shutter speeds)
and the follow pointer (cross-coupled to the apertures) (A)
by changing the aperture, holding the Exposure Meter
Switch depressed. If the Switch is not pressed, the meter
does not activate.
You can find any combination of the shutter speed and the
aperture for correct exposure in the Aperture/Shutter Speed
Window.
Precise exposure is obtained when the needle and the follow-
pointer are aligned. The aperture and the shutter speed are
visible in the Aperture/Shutter Speed Window.
When the needle and the follow-pointer are not aligned, change
either the aperture or the shutter speed to obtain the correct
exposure reading. When the needle and the follow-pointer are
never aligned, it is impossible to take your picture. - Indoor
shooting, it is advisable to shoot by using a flash unit.View original page 9Page 10 · Read text
FOR BETTER PICTURES
For color pictures: Color films have little exposure latitude, so
particularly careful exposure reading is necessary. The best
method of using a meter is to go near to the main subject and take
a close-up reading. If you can not go close-up to a subject, then
try to find something near at hand that is similar in tone to the
subject and take a reading from this.
For open views: Open views, such as distant landscapes, usually
have very light shadows. The use of a lens hood is recommended
to cut off the harmful reflected light to obtain the best results.
For backlighted subjects: Even if the subject is in indoors and
bright or strong light coming through the window is backlighting
it, no adjustment is necessary as the CdS meter compensates for
such extreme lighting conditions. If you want a brighter picture of
your main subject, you should take a close-up exposure reading.
FILTER
In blazing sunlight, in snow scene or summer beach, it
recommended to use a filter for a really dramatic effect.
When using it, an increase in exposure time is necessary.
This is stated on most filters in the form of a filter factor
indicating by how much (e.g., 2 times, 3 times) the
exposure must be increased with the filter.
If you shoot the picture at f/8, 1/125. sec. using a Y2 (its
filter factor is two times), please reset the aperture at f/5.6View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
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LUMINOUS, LARGE VIEWFINDER
Open the Focusing Hood by lifting it at the back, and point
your Yashica 24 at the subject.
When closing it, put down it towards you.
The eight red lines on the Focusing Screen help you to
judge proportion and proper composition.
MAGNIFYING GLASS
Raise the Magnifying Glass by pressing the front of the
Focusing Hood Cover inward, holding the Focusing Hood
so that it does not close.
Always make sure that you have first lowered the
Magnifying Glass before closing the Focusing Hood.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
FOR CRITICAL FOCUSING
It is advisable to use the Magnifying Glass for more critical
focusing. When using it, place your eye as close to the
magnifier as possible.
Focus your Yashica 24 on the subject by turning the
Focusing Knob, seeing through the Focusing screen.
If the subject on the screen appears crisp, it is in
focus.
If there's a slight blur on the subject, it is out of
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READABLE APERTURES AND SHUTTER SPEEDS
The apertures and the shutter speeds are visible on the
Window on the viewing lens.
Shutter Speed Scale
B. 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1130, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250 & 1/500
Aperture Scale
3.5, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16. 22 & 32
RAPID CRANK FILM TRANSPORT
Turn the Crank clockwise until it stops as illustrated. The
film is advanced for exposure.
[2] Wind the Crank counter-clockwise until it stops. The
shutter is set for shooting. If the Crank is not wound until
it stops the shutter release button can not be depressed
Note: When the slower shutter speeds are used, such as
Bulb, 1 sec., 1/2 sec., etc., it is necessary to advance the
film after the shutter have completely released.View original page 13Page 14 · Read text
SPORTSFINDER FOR RAPIDLY MOVING SUBJECTS
It is very convenient to use the Sports finder when you
want to take pictures of rapidly moving subjects or to
shoot photos from your eye-level.
Depress the Sports finder Frame Cover until it clicks in
place.
To close the Cover, push the Release Button on the back
of the Lens Hood.
SELF-TIMER
[1] Move the Synchro Selector to the 'X' position and set
the shutter by winding the Crank.
[2] Set the Self-Timer on the bottom of the lens barrel by
swinging it as illustrated.
[3] Press the Shutter Release Button. The shutter goes off
after a delay of 8~14 seconds and you've time to take your
place in your own picture.View original page 14Page 15 · Read text
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FLASH PICTURES
When using a flash gun or an electric flash, attach it on
the bracket on which screws into the Tripod Socket on the
base of the camera.
Plug the flash cord into the Flash Socket of the camera.
Correct exposure is obtained easily by consulting the
guide number of the bulb or the electronic flash. The
guide number is different for each film speed..
Correct f/stop is determined by dividing the guide number
by the distance to your subject.
FLASHCUBE ADAPTOR
A Yashica Flashcube Adaptor is now available. By placing it in the accessory shoe-4 flash photos can be taken
with 1 cube.
M-X SYNCHRONIZATION
Set the Synchro Selector at the 'M' position, when using an
M-class bulb.
Synchronized
Flash Unit Synchro range of
shutter speeds
M Class Bulb M Any speed
Slower
F Class Bulb X shutter speeds
than 1/30
Electronic
X Any speed
Flash
Move the Synchro Selector to the 'X' position when using
an F-class bulb or a electronic flash.View original page 15Page 16 · Read text
When you focus the camera on a given object, the image of it will be really sharp on the film, Other objects to
some distance in front of and behind the object will be also sharp. The range of distance over which subjects are
still acceptably sharp is known as the Depth of Field.
You can control the extent of this sharp zone by the lens aperture. As you stop down the lens, the zone of
sharpness grows in both directions; as you open up the lens, its depth decreases. You'll also notice that the depth
of field is greater at far distances than at near ones.
The Depth of Field Scale is engraved around the Focusing
Knob of the Yashica 24 next to the distance scale. It is
thus quite a simple matter to read off what area will be in
sharp focus for any distance setting and aperture.
With the camera focused on 10 feet the depth of field
indicated the Scale for an aperture of f/16 is from about 7
feet to about 15 feet.
THE USE OF BULB SETTING AND CABLE RELEASE
BULB SETTING
When the light is very weak, especially when you have a
small stop, even the slowest shutter speed may be too
short. In that case, you need time exposure.
Set the shutter to 'B' and press the release button. The
shutter now remains open for any length of time until you
let go of the release button. For such time exposure, the
camera must be mounted on a firm support such as a
tripod.
CABLE RELEASE
It is safest to release the shutter with the help of a cable
release to avoid shaking the camera. This release screws
over the release button after unscrewing the ring on the
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www.butkus.us CARE OF YOUR CAMERA * Protect the camera from dust and dirt and avoid rough handling. * If the lens needs cleaning, first brush or blow away any grit or dust, then wipe the surface with a soft silicon cloth or use a lens cleaner. * Do not attempt to make any repairs or remove any parts from the camera. Also, never oil the shutter or any other parts of the camera.View original page 17
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