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Old 05-12-2008   #1
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Hi All
I have just been inspired by all your enthusiasm with RF,
I have dipped into the market and purchased my first Rf
Yashica 35GTN. And at the same time I have joined your forum.
Any advise on this camera and compatible flash would be great.
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Old 05-12-2008   #2
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I think I had one when i went to Japan in 1984. The slides were awesome. Enjoy.
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Welcome! You might want to search the Yashica RF forum. There are many fans of your new rf on that forum. I'm sure you'll find the answers you're looking for there. I have several Yashica rangefinders. They're surprisingly good cameras, but unfortunately frequently give the innocent purchaser GAS (i.e. gear acquisition syndrome) in the long run.
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You wont find a better camera to start out with. Great choice!

Try the Yashica Guy for some great info.
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Looks like a big project your dark room,many thanks
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Looks like a big project your dark room,many thanks
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Thanks, a bit overwhelming to be sure. But I'm taking my time with it.
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Old 06-05-2008   #7
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A great choice to begin. I use mine with an old 283 flash and it works well.
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You'll love it! I have a GSN and a Minister III, and they take great photos. I carry them when I don't have my other equipment with me.
I don't know where you're located, but if in the U.S.A., check your local Habitat for Humanity establishment. They sell extra and left over building supplies. I found kitchen cabinets there for a song. Went real well in my darkroom. They don't all match, but who cares in the dark. They're functional, and with a little paint, look good.
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Just shot a roll of Ilford XP2 pulled to 200 ISO for the first time. I really liked the results.



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Hi All
I have just been inspired by all your enthusiasm with RF,
I have dipped into the market and purchased my first Rf
Yashica 35GTN. And at the same time I have joined your forum.
Any advise on this camera and compatible flash would be great.
Regards
Cpitch
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