JPN.CAM

Yashica / 1992 / Premium compact

Yashica T4

A weather-resistant compact with a Tessar-type lens that became an icon of casual, flash-lit 1990s photography.

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Overview / 概要

Why Yashica T4 matters.

The T4 sits at the intersection of design, celebrity, and genuine optical competence.

Design & context

The sliding clamshell makes the camera feel like a small personal object rather than a piece of equipment.

Buying today

Check the lens cover, flash, autofocus, and film transport; prices often reflect cultural demand as much as condition.

Key specifications / 仕様

The details.

Released
1992
Production
1992–2000
Brand
Yashica
Brand country
Japan
Format
Film
Film / sensor
35mm
Camera type
Premium compact
Lens / mount
35mm f/3.5
Focal length
35mm
Maximum aperture
f/3.5
Autofocus
Active autofocus
Viewfinder
Optical
Flash
Built-in flash
Weight
180g
Weather sealing
Weather-resistant clamshell

Still to verify for this record: Manufacturing country · Made in Japan flag · Shutter range · ISO range · Dimensions · Battery / power · Original MSRP.

Notable features

  • 35mm lens
  • Weather-resistant body
  • Clamshell cover

Known issues

  • Condition varies significantly on the used market.

Buying today / indicative used range

$300–$900 USD

Indicative tested body range; regional scarcity affects price. Snapshot as of 2026-08-12. This is a reference range, not a live offer.

Source record

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

Reference set attached
  1. 01

    Yashica T4 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 ↗