JPN.CAM

Yashica / 1970 / Medium format

Yashica Mat-124G

A twin-lens reflex camera that makes square composition and waist-level viewing feel like a slower, more social way to photograph.

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Overview / 概要

Why Yashica Mat-124G matters.

The Mat-124G is a common gateway into medium format because its workflow is distinctive without being mysterious.

Design & context

Two lenses, a folding hood, and a waist-level screen turn the camera into a small viewing box.

Buying today

Check viewing-screen brightness, taking-lens clarity, shutter timing, and the meter before buying.

Key specifications / 仕様

The details.

Released
1970
Production
1970–1986
Brand
Yashica
Brand country
Japan
Format
Film
Film / sensor
120 / 220, 6×6
Camera type
Medium format
Lens / mount
80mm f/3.5
Focal length
80mm
Maximum aperture
f/3.5
Autofocus
Manual focus
Viewfinder
Twin-lens reflex waist-level finder
Weight
1,090g
Battery
One meter cell

Still to verify for this record: Manufacturing country · Made in Japan flag · Shutter range · ISO range · Flash · Dimensions · Weather sealing · Original MSRP.

Notable features

  • 6×6 format
  • Twin-lens reflex
  • Waist-level finder

Known issues

  • Condition varies significantly on the used market.

Source record

Every field should be traceable; open a source to check the evidence boundary.

Reference set attached
  1. 01

    Yashica Mat-124G reference record

    Wikipedia · Reference index

    Supports: model identity, release era, format, and commonly documented specifications. Accessed 2026-08-12.

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  2. 02

    Yashica archive / product context

    Yashica reference archive · Brand archive / context

    Supports: brand history, product context, and source ownership trail. Accessed 2026-08-12.

    Open source ↗