The Nikon l35af is such a great camera. I’ve had 4 Yashica T4s that I’ve thrifted and tested. Always ended up selling them because the images just don’t blow me away. I found a Nikon L35AF a couple months ago and ran a test roll. The images were amazing. Even in low light, the photos come out sharp and in focus. It never missed focus and you can tell when it does because it tells you where it’s focusing. Something the Yashica doesn’t.
The lens in the T4 is okay, but the lens in the Nikon is exceptional. Basically, it is the 35mm lens designed for the Nikon F series of SLRs, crammed into the L35 body. The auto-focus system used is the same in both cameras. The Nikon is larger and more durably built (except for its infamous battery door). There were two series of L35AF cameras, the difference being the range of film speeds for the meter. Overall, the Nikon is a generation older than the T4. Both are hyped to death on YT, so both are over-priced.
Great comparison! You helped me decide to bring my L35AF with me to an upcoming trip to Japan. I've been been wanting a T4 for a while, but the images look really similar between the two cameras. L35AF's are built really well internally, and are more serviceable than T4's. L35AF 4Lyfe.
I cannot comment on the Yashica T4 because I have never used one. I normally shot with a Leica M6 with 21/35/90mm lenses. However, when I needed to shoot my M6 with only the 35mm lens in a hostile environment where the camera and lens were likely to get lost, damaged, or stolen, I used my Nikon L35AF instead. The difference in image quality between my M6 and my L35AF was insignificant.
nice review, would have liked to see also how they perform with the flash in daylight/artficial light since heard the Nikon has a weak flash no idea about the Yashica though, in terms of size the Yashica is defo a more pocket friendly only costs 2-3 times more than the Nikon ..still undecided bcz of the flash issue
both look great because you took made great compositions with them! my l35af died on me mid-roll literally like two weeks ago rip this makes me miss it even more hahah really nice comparison video!
@@filmstockreel sadly no, i haven't been able to figure out what killed it! i thought about sending it off to be repaired but honestly with that same money i might as well just buy a different camera lol
@@kendrasananikone I've actually had some luck opening mine up and fixing issues with it. If you're into it maybe unscrewing the screws and taking a peek inside
The lens of the Yashica T4 has noticeable chromatic aberration, which can be somewhat difficult to accept. However, its overall color saturation is better, with some German-style green tones, making the image colors more pleasing. But aside from that, the Nikon L35af is a better choice in every aspect... whether it's sharpness, contrast, anti-glare performance, autofocus accuracy, or exposure accuracy.
May be I am in minority here and I take photos for living. But I do prefer pictures from the Yashica. More colour balance, Perfect contrast. May be it’s just me. Great video nevertheless xx
Price of yashica T4 is 4 to 5 times more than the nikon , plus the nikon has a 35mm f2.8 and T5 35mm f3.5 . My choice is Nikon compare price , lens and IQ .😊
love this comparison and as you showed the photographs before your evaluation at the end I chose the Nikon too.
The photos from the Nikon are good. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
seeing this after purchasing a L35AF on eBay for my upcoming NY trip so excited to use it! great video photos shown got me hyped for my camera 📷
Hopefully photos turned out nice.
The Nikon l35af is such a great camera. I’ve had 4 Yashica T4s that I’ve thrifted and tested. Always ended up selling them because the images just don’t blow me away. I found a Nikon L35AF a couple months ago and ran a test roll. The images were amazing. Even in low light, the photos come out sharp and in focus. It never missed focus and you can tell when it does because it tells you where it’s focusing. Something the Yashica doesn’t.
The lens in the T4 is okay, but the lens in the Nikon is exceptional. Basically, it is the 35mm lens designed for the Nikon F series of SLRs, crammed into the L35 body. The auto-focus system used is the same in both cameras. The Nikon is larger and more durably built (except for its infamous battery door). There were two series of L35AF cameras, the difference being the range of film speeds for the meter. Overall, the Nikon is a generation older than the T4. Both are hyped to death on YT, so both are over-priced.
Being able to set iso and use filters and hoods makes a difference.
very good review! straight to the point, no annoying parts. thank you
Thanks appreciate it 🙏🏾
Great comparison! You helped me decide to bring my L35AF with me to an upcoming trip to Japan. I've been been wanting a T4 for a while, but the images look really similar between the two cameras. L35AF's are built really well internally, and are more serviceable than T4's. L35AF 4Lyfe.
Glad I could help! How did they photos turn out?
I cannot comment on the Yashica T4 because I have never used one.
I normally shot with a Leica M6 with 21/35/90mm lenses. However, when I needed to shoot my M6 with only the 35mm lens in a hostile environment where the camera and lens were likely to get lost, damaged, or stolen, I used my Nikon L35AF instead.
The difference in image quality between my M6 and my L35AF was insignificant.
Great work, I would also pick the Nikon.
Can we talk about that man's voice and mic settings? Honey in my ears.
nice review, would have liked to see also how they perform with the flash in daylight/artficial light since heard the Nikon has a weak flash no idea about the Yashica though, in terms of size the Yashica is defo a more pocket friendly only costs 2-3 times more than the Nikon ..still undecided bcz of the flash issue
Nice review man 👍👍👍
Thanks!
both look great because you took made great compositions with them! my l35af died on me mid-roll literally like two weeks ago rip this makes me miss it even more hahah really nice comparison video!
Thanks composition is important to me. Sad about the camera, were you able to fix it?
@@filmstockreel sadly no, i haven't been able to figure out what killed it! i thought about sending it off to be repaired but honestly with that same money i might as well just buy a different camera lol
@@kendrasananikone I've actually had some luck opening mine up and fixing issues with it. If you're into it maybe unscrewing the screws and taking a peek inside
Wow! I did not expect this. The Nikon looks better in every picture. I completely agree with you! Thank you for the review!
Thanks man. Appreciate the comment!
The lens of the Yashica T4 has noticeable chromatic aberration, which can be somewhat difficult to accept. However, its overall color saturation is better, with some German-style green tones, making the image colors more pleasing. But aside from that, the Nikon L35af is a better choice in every aspect... whether it's sharpness, contrast, anti-glare performance, autofocus accuracy, or exposure accuracy.
Also price. Can’t beat price.
More contrast and shadows on the yashica. I wonder how it would fair if the Nikon’s exposure was changed.
Would be a good test to do
May be I am in minority here and I take photos for living. But I do prefer pictures from the Yashica. More colour balance, Perfect contrast. May be it’s just me.
Great video nevertheless xx
I still have 2 L35AFs and I have sold my Yashica. It was good, but the Nikon was better.
Well said
That Carl Zeiss lens is hard to beat..
Price of yashica T4 is 4 to 5 times more than the nikon , plus the nikon has a 35mm f2.8 and T5 35mm f3.5 . My choice is Nikon compare price , lens and IQ .😊
Good choice
I like the Nikon more.
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The Nikon have better dynamic rage and is sharper
You know what?! That’s the word I was looking for the dynamic range of the Nikon is better
Nikon has a 2.8 lens!
The lens is really good. Really sad I don’t have the camera anymore.