Lynx VF/RF vs Electros

[GeorgeFH]

is there any difference between these two versions of Magic Dot? any difference between the difference versions of Lynx?
I'm thinking of getting a Lynx because I heard it mechanic shutter release has shorter travel compare to the Electros'.

 

[Frank Granovski]

I don't know but the Yashica Guy's website might have some info on that.

http://www.yashica-guy.com

 

[jan normandale]

is there any difference between these two versions of Magic Dot? any difference between the difference versions of Lynx?
I'm thinking of getting a Lynx because I heard it mechanic shutter release has shorter travel compare to the Electros'.

I've got both. I don't really find any meaningful difference in shutters. The GSN has a 1.7 lens the Lynx 14 has a 1.4 lens. Both are nice. Read up and find the things you like in each then make your call. Good luck

 

[GeorgeFH]

I'm bidding on a Lynx anyway 😀

 

[ErnestoJL]

Both are excellent cameras however...
Lynx 14 vs. Electro 35:
The Lynx is able to survive a dead battery, but the YE35 is dead unless 1/500 sec is OK.
The Lynx has a flare prone lens however the YE35 is kind of flare resistant (unless you point directly to the sun).
The Lynx wouldn´t help you for exposures longer than 1 sec, but the YE35 will do it for you (for free).
The Lynx delivers almost twice the incoming light to the film, but the YE35 compensates it with longer exposure time...
The YE35 is faster in response (it´s semi auto) than the Lynx, but the Lynx gives you full control over what you do...
The Lynx is a front heavy camera, the YE35 isn´t.
The Lynx needs a hood and 58 mm accesories, the YE35 takes 55 mm...
The Lynx shutter travel is a little shorter than the YE35, but the YE35 is way way way softer than the Lynx, and vibration level is a lot less than the Lynx.

I think it´s a matter of personal preference. Both cameras are excellent considering they were designed and made almost 40 years ago. Both will deliver excellent pictures if used within their capabilities (which are far better than what relates to their usual price).
Good luck, and enjoy them!

Ernesto

 

[Sonnar Brian]

The original Lynx 14 uses a meter needle, the Lynx 14e and "IC" use lamps, also reflected in the finder. The VF/RF is equivalent (not identical) between the two. Some components are interchangeable, but the mechanisms are unique. I took the beamsplitter from a parts GSN and put it into a 14e. The "Notch" on the glass allowed precise alignment.

 

[GeorgeFH]

Both are excellent cameras however...

The Lynx shutter travel is a little shorter than the YE35, but the YE35 is way way way softer than the Lynx, and vibration level is a lot less than the Lynx.


Ernesto

I've always thought there is something wrong with my YE35's shutter. Others have commented positively on YE35's shutter, but I have problem with getting a jerk free release. I don't have the same complain about the other mechanical shutters from the same period.

 

[luketrash]

I don't have much shutter jarring from any of my Electro 35s.

For me, the selling point of the E35 over nearly any other rangefinder camera is effective aperture priority up to 30 seconds.

I've used this camera in only moonlight and exposed up to at least 15 seconds before. It's a lot easier than needing a light meter and cable bulb release setup 🙂 Mine have been pretty accurate out to long exposure as well. I never have 'lost' a shot from being too dark.

 

[GeorgeFH]

yeah, I love the timer on my Electro too. and I think I should stop writing about what I don't like in E35, in a Yashica forum 🙂

 

[ErnestoJL]

The reason why the YE35 is quieter (both sound and vibration) is that he shutter is triggered mechanically (and it´s far softer than any other cameras I´ve been using all this years) and closed electrically with a very small mass in motion. Then, vibration is nil.
Also the trigger travel is mostly done sliding contacts over a damn flat PC board surface, then it adds to reduce vibration (no metal to metal mechanical contact to add friction).
The shutter is basically similar to many other Copals over there, but I think there is something special in it´s design as I found no one of those Copal Electric jammed after 40 years without being cleaned and relubed.

Of course there would be things that someone wouldn´t like about any camera, but I guess that the answer about yours is in this forum (G´man!).
Remember that no problem is eternal, it would take some time to get it fixed, but it will.
Good luck!
Ernesto

 

[GeorgeFH]

thanks Ernesto.
I'll learn to love my Electro 🙂

 

[GeorgeFH]

The original Lynx 14 uses a meter needle, the Lynx 14e and "IC" use lamps, also reflected in the finder. The VF/RF is equivalent (not identical) between the two. Some components are interchangeable, but the mechanisms are unique. I took the beamsplitter from a parts GSN and put it into a 14e. The "Notch" on the glass allowed precise alignment.

Is it true that one could safely use alkaline battery in the IC 14e and get accurate metering, but not in the Lynx 14?