Yashica is building a new compact camera – and it looks like a collision between the viral keychain camera trend and a classic 1959 mini film camera
Yashica is teasing a new retro compact camera inspired by a subminature film camera from 1959
The Yashica Y16 Pocket Camera, a new digital compact camera from the retro Yashica brand, is set to release with a design that combines the characteristics of a keychain camera and a classic 1959 subminiature film camera. The teaser for the camera was shared on September 18, and it hints at a blend of modern viral trends and the timeless appeal of the original Y16 model.
The original Y16, introduced by Yashica in 1959, was a subminiature camera that utilized 16mm film and boasted a tiny, colorful rectangular design. The teaser for the new Y16 does not provide full details yet, but it does reveal key features such as a 12MP sensor, a built-in Xenon flash with three levels, and an optical viewfinder enhanced by motion-sensing technology.
Additionally, the Y16 will be capable of capturing both photos and videos, a feature that is currently missing from similar retro cameras like the Instax Pal 2 and the Camp Snap 110D. The camera will be available in seven different color options and is expected to launch in early October, with pre-orders available around the same time and shipping starting in early November.
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