Contax 167 MT

This camera features an electronically-timed shutter with speeds from 16s to 1/4000 and electronic flash synchronization at 1/125s. It uses a Contax/Yashica bayonet lens mount and is compatible with MM lenses, required for some program modes. Without MM lenses, the camera defaults to Av mode.

Modes and Features:

• Program Modes (selectable via mode button and lever):
  • Program: Normal
  • Program High: Favors higher shutter speed
  • Program Low: Favors lower shutter speed
  • Tv: Shutter priority
  • Av: Aperture priority
  • M: Manual, including bulb setting
• Metering Modes (set via power dial):
  • Center-weighted (square)
  • Spot metering (circle)
  • AEL (auto-exposure lock)

The TTL metering system (SPD) measures 0-20 EV at ISO 100 (f/1.4 lens). Film speeds range from ISO 25-5000. Exposure compensation can adjust from -2 to +2 EV in 1/3 increments.

Viewfinder:

The viewfinder includes a split-image spot, micro prism, and illuminated LED indicators for flash, exposure settings, shutter/ISO, aperture, and program mode.

Film Transport:

The motorized system offers three drive modes:

• S: Single
• C: Continuous
• S-T: Self-timer (10s countdown)

Supports DX-coded film (ISO 25-5000) and manual ISO setting for non-DX film, with last-used settings retained. Film status can be checked via a back window. Rewind options include mid-roll.

This well-equipped camera combines versatility with user-friendly controls, making it ideal for various shooting scenarios.