Camera · SLR
Contax 167MT
1987-1994
Discontinued35mmIntermediateAdvanced
Simple C/Y mount body
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- CONTAX YASHICA
- Metering
- Built-in
- Shutter
- 1/4000
- Battery
- 4 x AAA (alkaline), plus built-in lithium memory backup cell
- Weight
- 620g
Battery req.
Max speed
Best for
- Simple C/Y mount body
- Travel (AAA batteries available everywhere)
- Budget Zeiss lens users
- Those wanting simple operation
Features
- Centre-weighted and spot metering (switchable)
- 1/4000s shutter speed
- Uses 4 AAA batteries
- Built-in winder
- Program (normal/high/low), shutter-priority, aperture-priority and manual modes
- Self-timer
Limitations
- Basic feature set vs Aria
- Some program modes need MM lenses
- 95% viewfinder
- Dated design
Common issues to check
- Electronics ageing (test all modes)
- Shutter timing drift
- Mirror damper foam decay
- Battery contact corrosion
- LCD fade
Buying guide
A C/Y-mount SLR (1987-1994) with a 16s-1/4000 shutter, 1/125 flash sync and centre-weighted or spot metering. Uses four AAA batteries, convenient for travel. Simple but capable, and a practical way to shoot Zeiss lenses without fuss. Test shutter speeds and all exposure modes; some program modes only work with MM lenses.
Pricing
- Typical range
- £100 - £200
- Excellent condition
- ~£280
Indicative, no dated source.
Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Years produced | 1987-1994 |
| Mount | CONTAX YASHICA |
| Shutter type | Focal Plane |
| Shutter speeds | 16s - 1/4000 |
| Flash sync | 1/125 |
| Metering | Center Weighted |
| Battery required | Yes (4 x AAA (alkaline), plus built-in lithium memory backup cell) |
| Weight | 620g |
| Dimensions | 149 x 91.5 x 51.5mm |