Yashica T4 Super Weatherproof Review

This is one of the most satisfying cameras I'm owned. While features are few, it excels in the most important category: picture quality. The lens performance matches its reputation for sharpness and high contrast while minimizing distortions and vignetting. Exposure is usually spot-on (with print film). The "weather-proofing" is a plus, allowing you to take the camera where other cameras are left home. Pictures taken in the surf and pool were sparkling. The "super-scope" waist finder allows more discrete photos to be taken of less than cooperative subjects, like children. Pluses: picture quality, durability, take-anywhere ability. Minuses: fiddly exposure-lock, harsh flash up close, few features. If you want a P&S with uncompromised picture quality, get a Yashica T4 or its European equivalent, the T5.