The Yashica Electro 35 GT is a rangefinder camera. It was manufactured by Yashica from 1969 to 1973. It is the successor of the Yashica Electro 35 G. It was later followed by the Yashica Electro 35 GS.
The lens of the Yashica Electro 35 GT is fixed. The name of the lens is “Yashinon.” The focal length is 45 mm and the maximum aperture is f1.7. The rangefinder camera does not have an autofocus function. The focus is adjusted by hand. The correct distance is indicated by the built-in rangefinder. The closest focusing distance is 0.8 meters.
For taking pictures, the Yashica Electro 35 GT has a light meter. The light meter was built for film with a sensitivity of ISO 25 to ISO 1000. On early models, the ISO range is from ISO 12 to ISO 500. On the Yashica Electro 35 GT, the aperture can be freely selected. The exposure time is set accordingly by the light meter.
A Bulb setting is available on the Yashica Electro 35 GT. In this mode, the film is exposed as long as the shutter button is pressed. The use of a flash is possible via the PC flash socket.
Films for the Yashica Electro 35 GT
The Yashica Electro 35 GT requires 35mm film, and 35mm film is still available from various manufacturers. A color film for the 35mm camera would be Superia from Fujfilm. A possible film for black and white images is the Kodak TRI-X 400.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. This is offered by almost every photo lab.
The negatives of the 35 mm camera are 24 mm × 36 mm. The film is manually wound to the next picture.
The Yashica Electro 35 GT has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a connection for a cable release and tripod.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Rangefinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 45 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/1.7 |
| Minimum focus distance | 80 cm / 2.624 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Rangefinder | Yes |
| Exposure times | 1/500 second to 30 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 1000 |
| Exposure modes | Aperture priority |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | PC-Flash |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Country of production | Japan |
| End of production | 1973 |
| Production duration | 4 years |
| Estimated value / Used price | 98,93 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 44 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 135,28 Euro (146.12 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 135,85 Euro (146.12 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 130,06 Euro (140.71 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Yashica Electro 35 GT
Is the Yashica Electro 35 GT a point-and-shoot camera?
No, it's a rangefinder camera. This means you manually focus the lens using the rangefinder patch. It doesn't have autofocus.
What kind of film does this camera use?
It uses standard 35mm film. You can find color or black and white film from various manufacturers. The negatives are 24mm x 36mm.
How do I set the exposure on the camera?
The camera has a built-in light meter. You choose the aperture, and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed. There's also a bulb setting for long exposures.
Can I use a flash with this rangefinder camera?
Yes, it has a PC flash sync socket for connecting external flashes. This allows you to use flash photography.
What's the lens like on the Electro 35 GT?
It has a fixed Yashinon lens with a 45mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.7. This provides a good balance of wide field of view and brightness.