How to load the Yashica 635 TLR with 120 film

[@annax3catherinee]

So helpful! I always look back to this video when I am loading my Yashica camera after I haven’t used it for a while! Thank you so much!

[@higgsbosongirl]

Thanks, mate. I still have a Yashica similar to this model that was given to me upon graduation from college 50 years ago. I got some film but realized I had forgotten how to load it. (It used to be second nature.) Now I feel confident I can do it. I always enjoyed shooting pictures with this little 2 1/4 format camera.

[@danMdan]

Clear instructions on all that is needed.

[@throtol]

Last week I purchased a Yashica 635. It is a well-engineered camera. However, I also have a Yashica Mat EM and it does load 120 film slightly different. Ben, thank you for having the patience to load the film and trying your best to make certain that the viewer can capture the necessary steps. I enjoyed the video.

[@millieg1526]

I purchased a beautiful little Yashica 635 yesterday and have just loaded my first roll using your video! Thank you so much, so excited to get creative and will be checking out more of your content!

[@vintagetechmall]

Wonderful. Glad to be of help!

[@houseofsteezy4119]

I love the way you speak in these videos

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks! :-)

[@realcanadian1]

Thank you for your video. My dad had the same camera among other vintage cameras. Because of this video, I realized my dad's camera still works. Yesterday I picked up my photos the camera store. The results of the photos were very satisfying to say the least. Thank you sir for your help.

[@vintagetechmall]

reuben nelson so glad to hear your story. Happy this worked for you. Cheers!

[@robobrien2916]

Thank you! Just loaded my first ever roll of 120...Portra 400. Wish me luck!

[@vintagetechmall]

All the best :-)

[@Angela-vl8yw]

Thank you- I have this camera and am intimidated by it as I’m afraid I’ll make mistakes. Your explanations are the clearest I’ve found.

[@vintagetechmall]

Awesome. So glad to hear. Have fun with it, it's a really great camera. Once you start, you will notice it is quite simple to use.

[@piergiuseppepiatti9185]

great tutoria how to load the 635TLR!!

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks!

[@davidsimper]

I have loaded TLRs thousands of times, which is why I now can't remember how to do it. Therefore such a useful video for me. On getting that paper tape off, try ripping it with the thumb nail from the side. Fuji used to leave a little flange sticking out, which made it dead easy to get that tape off.

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks for the tip! Glad you found this useful.

[@johnfurlong7860]

I usually put the new roll of film into the camera FIRST before trying to open the seal. That way you can reduce the chance of light leaks as the roll is partly shielded within the camera. The roll is also held securely and so you can concentrate your efforts on removing the seal without having to hold the roll in one hand while trying to unpick the seal with your other hand ! This works with most 120 roll film cameras. Yes, you're right Fuji film was great for this and they also provided sticky tape at the end of the roll so it was dead easy to re-seal the roll when it's been exposed. Most other films require you to lick the tape - and some tapes taste HORRIBLE !! :0)

[@eliaskoliphotography]

Thank you so much for this video! My grandpa gave me his old Yashica 635 and we bought 120mm film for it. Now I just have to test it out!

[@vintagetechmall]

Awesome, you will love this. Cheers!

[@johnstewart2254]

Thank you, that really helped with getting my film loaded!

[@vintagetechmall]

Glad it helped!

[@painkillerjhon]

Thank you for the video

[@vintagetechmall]

You are welcome 🙂

[@goldrace10]

Hello Ben, I often wondered how you would keep from skipping a frame if you some how did not see the next number roll around ! Now I know ! Very good & Informative video ! ~ Roger

[@vintagetechmall]

Glad to hear that, Roger :-) Yeah these TLRs can be a bit tricky, the next TLR I will be talking about is the Zeiss Ikoflex. That one is even more complicated to load. Cheers!

[@randallstewart175]

The short answer: you don't. It's a cheap design with no double exposure or skipped frame prevention. The 635n is one of Yashica's earliest, and poorest, designed. Yashicas made starting with the Yashicamat models have full advance protection and auto-shutter cocking.

[@MirajMehta09]

Thank you so much ❤️ very helpful

[@coffeebreakerz1266]

I wish i can buy this camera, i have a soft spot for antique camera

[@Bluefernbotanticals]

Thank you so much for this video! Very helpful

[@vintagetechmall]

You are very welcome. Cheers!

[@paulhicks3595]

There were tens of millions of Box and folding cameras using similar roll film that were loaded by tens of millions of amateurs in a very similar way. Very few ever messed it up.

[@carlforan7453]

Great stuff here and great approach to photography. Thanks for the video, keep it up please. :)

[@vintagetechmall]

Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement. Cheers!

[@littlefatfinch]

This was super helpful. Just loaded my roll in my 635

[@vintagetechmall]

So glad to hear. Thanks for watching :-)

[@seanperry8803]

I just thought I'd let people know that you shouldn't EVER change the shutter speed after you cocked the shutter as it will almost certainly damage the shutter. It says this in the manual, and it is the usual advice for any camera with a shutter that is cocked separately. Also, before loading 120 film, make sure the 35mm Rewind Release button (the button with "R" on it below the 35mm wind on knob on the left side of the camera) is all the way into it's original position. The self-timer on most old cameras is rather unreliable and may break the the camera.

[@roomelbhakta7037]

Nice information 👍

[@by_sander_7358]

Great tutorial! Thanks!

[@vintagetechmall]

You are very welcome 😁

[@notaleesha9340]

Just got the Graflex 22 :) Thanks for the video!! Super helpful

[@vintagetechmall]

Awesome! Thanks for watching :-)

[@randallstewart175]

Ah, a Ciroflex in drag. You got a better camera than a 635.

[@ishanxde]

thanks a ton friend !! it was quite helpful

[@vintagetechmall]

You are very welcome.

[@SudharakOlwe]

Thank you!

[@ArissaAyumi]

Thank you very very much for this video! My brother just got me a Yashica and I'm extremely excited to learn all about it (and don't really want to make mistakes that may damage the camera). I watched part 1 and part 2 of your videos about Yashica's and just subscribed! Your explanations are very clear and I learned a lot! Wish you success on this channel!

[@vintagetechmall]

Thank you! So glad you found this helpful :-)

[@kannushiimpact]

How many times do we spin the film knob after taking picture? My shutter counter already broken so I have to manually counting

[@nyobaanalog9274]

your voice very peacefull brother :)

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks, Brother

[@mapgrrl]

When the film is done and you wind it all on to the top spool, will the film get ruined when you open the back? It’s not wound into a canister? Or do you have to unload it in a dark room? And you save the previous spool for the next roll?

[@vintagetechmall]

It is recommended that you unload the film in the shade, not necessarily in a dark room. Also, have some scotch tape handy to tape up the lead so it does not unroll. Once you have done this, store in a dark place like a bag. Hope this helps.

[@rf9546]

Can you do a tutorial of putting 35mm film?

[@vintagetechmall]

Unfortunately, I don't have the adapter for 35mm. I will look around to see if I can get one for a good price then I will do a follow up video. Thanks for watching!

[@rafaelcastrocs]

I really liked your channel.

[@vintagetechmall]

Thank you! Welcome to the vlog :-)

[@kissormeetei]

Awesome video

[@vintagetechmall]

Thank you :-)

[@deannedychinco297]

Hi! Thank you so much for making this video so easy to understand! 😊 I was wondering how you set the ASA based on the film you’re using? :o

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks! The ASA is set using the dial around the shutter button seen at 11:17. However, this actually has no effect on the image as this camera does not have a build-in light meter. It is only there to help you remember what ASA/ISO the loaded film is when trying to set exposure using an external light meter.

[@deannedychinco297]

Oh I see that makes sense now!! Thank you so much for answering my question! 😊

[@abrahambagas1607]

Is that a hotshoe on the left side?

[@razvanux]

Very nice tutorial .Can you please tell us how can we setup the iso of the film ?

[@vintagetechmall]

Use the ASA/DIN dial on the film advance nob to set the ISO. However, please note that changing the ISO on this camera does nothing to the image since the camera does not have a lightmeter built in. It is simply to remind you of what film is loaded in to help you when using an external lightmeter. For this camera, you basically control the ISO by the choice of film you put in there. You can also adjust the shutter speeds and aperture to determine the exposure.

[@razvanux]

@@vintagetechmall Thank you very much for your help .All the best .Cheers

[@Kehila_ahrizona_YT]

Nice video

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks you very much!

[@carrieannkouri2151]

Thank you so much. Subscribed! I have the same camera. I can't wait to get started with it. One question. Where do you get your film developed?

[@vintagetechmall]

Thanks for subbing! Glad you found this helpful. I develop my own film. It is quite economical to do it yourself and not too difficult. One developing kit (about $50 CAD) can develop in excess of 40 rolls from my experience for color film.

[@shreekumarkamalapurkar650]

Can you please share the website from where you can buy the film? I'm from India so I'll be ordering it to India

[@vintagetechmall]

I order my film from bhphotovideo.com.

[@22781894]

Hello , I want to ask 1 question。 my yashica 635 counter can’t resets to "S". How can reset to “s”? thank you

[@vintagetechmall]

Hmm, that is peculiar one. From the little research I did, it looks like it may need some cleaning and lubrication. You could do it professionally, or look up disassembly instructions if you are the handy kind and brave 😉. If it does not affect the shooting then I wouldn't worry too much about it. The camera will let you know when it is out of film. Good luck!

[@22781894]

@@vintagetechmall Thank you,but i dont know how to know is it the next film.... maybe will have some overlapping.....

[@vintagetechmall]

True. One trick I use to avoid multiple exposure is to train yourself to only advance the film just before shooting. Never advance after you take your shot.

[@nealblackburn8628]

what is the little lever on the side marked M and X for does anyone know thanks

[@oversharingturtle4462]

It’s for flash, forget M all modern flashes use an x sync thingy :)

[@jessiemiranda3582]

Is loading 35mm the same process?

[@vintagetechmall]

Principle should be the same. I dont have the adapter so I cannot say for sure.

[@FunBideo]

My uncle game me a 635 in 1969. A piece for the 35mm winder was missing. It was the piece that went from the winding knob of the camera body to the cassette. I made my own from a coffee can and a pair of tin snips. It worked fine. Necessity is the mother of invention! I was only 15 at the time so I was not intimidated in doing this!

[@coloanxinchao2474]

Please teel me where is battery? Many thanks

[@vintagetechmall]

This camera is fully manual. No battery

[@coloanxinchao2474]

@@vintagetechmall thanks so much

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

any ideas how to fix stuck film release button? it makes my minolta unusable since it locks the shutter and film advance lever

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

Nvm i already fixed it, for those who have similar problem you can try to check your bottom plate (minolta hi matic series) the gear may misaligned and needs to be repositioned to proper position check your film advance and shutter gently

[@vintagetechmall]

First of all, it is always recommended to use a professional to do cleaning and servicing for these precise equipment. If you are daring and not afraid to damage your camera beyond repairs, there are a few videos on youtube that can guide you on how to do this, if you have the right tools, such as this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZK7aWiJe6uKn6c. As this is not my area of expertise, I would strongly suggest you take it in for servicing. There are likely other issues, such as a slow shutter speed which can be resolved as well.

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

@@vintagetechmall sure thing, thanks for the help! Always remember to those out there if something stuck on your film camera... Dont force it! There are thin lines or metals that impossible to repair if broken since replacement part are very hard to find.

[@vintagetechmall]

@@akhyarrayhka4048 Awesome, glad to hear. Cheers! :-)

[@Ineedahandle75]

Thanks, would you recommend this camera? Especially in comparison to the 124 / 124G

[@vintagetechmall]

I love this camera. I would absolutely 100% recommend this to anyone including a beginner to medium format film. It is simple to load and operate. Cheers!

[@WahyuCahyadi]

I have this camera..and i will try it with 35mm

[@piergiuseppepiatti9185]

i bought the 35mm the pictures aren't great,i recommend you to buy wide angle o 135mm

[@ishandas2934]

just get to the point. unnecessary bs.

[@vintagetechmall]

Maybe try another video if this is not for you. It's a free service.