Yashica opens Y16 pre-orders at $119 for a tiny retro camera
The 12MP pocket camera copies a 1959 design. It has an optical viewfinder, a flash and a microSD slot, and ships in late November.
Yashica made a very small camera that looks like one from 1959. It costs $119. The photos will not be as good as a phone, but many people like the old-style look.
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Why it matters
It is a fun, cheap camera for people who like a retro look. It is not meant to match a phone for picture quality.
Worth a look as a gift for someone who likes retro things.
The details
- Pre-orders are open at $119; shipping is expected in late November.
- 12MP sensor, 27mm-equivalent lens at F12, so it works best in good light.
- It weighs 93g and has an optical viewfinder, a 1.45-inch screen and a built-in flash that reaches about 2m.
- An 8GB microSD card is included.
- DPReview expects image quality well below a typical smartphone.
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