I wanted to show how beautiful the lens can make filming, even when there is. Fast enough for decent lowlight shots, sharp enough for the ocdfree, and light enough for any traveler, this lens is the exemplification of the original nifty. It was the smallest, lightest, and cheapest of their 50mm primes, a situation thats stunningly reminiscent of the current situation for eos users, and like the current ef situation, the new fd 50mm f1. The solid line indicates the meter coupling range in programmed ae when the fd 50 mm f1. But what i am trying to find out is if there is any difference between this lens and the newer fd 50mm 1. A rapidly blinking p about 8 times per second means shooting is not possible without the use of flash. Jul 18, 2003 but, in the real world, taking real pictures, i cant see any difference in any of the lenses. I recently got two of these in a batch of canon equipment off ebay. The new canon f 1 can be used even if the battery fails simply by removing the exhausted battery from the camera. Canon has good reason to have unbounded confidence and pride in the a. This is an attempt to compile specifications for all the major canon fd lenses ever manufactured. This is just about canon s most perfect allaround lens in terms of function as well as optical performance. The automatic focus appears to be fine but turning the focus ring while in manual does not change focus at all.
Remove the battery if you do not expect to use the camera for about three weeks or longer. Exterior have some user marks expected for a nearly 30 yrs old lens read more. I have both of these lenses in the last version boyonet style mount. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. It weighs a mere 170 grams, even less than its predecessor. View and download canon fd lens manual book online. Just been reading your article on dpr regarding the xt1and canon fd 50mm f1. It has a solid reputation for stable picture quality and sharp, crisp picture performance. Download drivers, software, firmware and manuals for your canon product and get access to online technical support resources and troubleshooting. Canon offers a wide range of compatible supplies and accessories that can enhance your user experience with you ef 50mm f1. The mechanically controlled shutter speeds are 12000 to 1125 sec. Add a lens to the database lens database customizable lens search catalog sorted by brand catalog sorted by mount apps for android and ios lens ratings sell an item marketplace standard lenses special effect lenses cameras filters lens hoods adapters and chips extenders focusing screens lens caps other lens data pdf lens brands data pdf. This latest version gives the same stunning photo quality but with a fast, nearsilent focus motor and a more robust build that belies its price.
Safety precautions do not look at the sun or a bright light source through the lens or camera. Coupled with any canon fd mount camera, the fd 50mm. Could you please tell me how you are finding the results. Canon fd lenses faithfully reproduce the colors of the world taken with a canon fd lens. Brochures manuals lenses download sigma corporation. To read the pdf files you need to install the adobe acrobat readertm in your computer in advance. Camera manuals and free digital camera pdf instructions. Built to professional standards, this lens can be used with respectable results even at its maximum f 1.
Dec 21, 2014 in previous weeks weve talked about some noteworthy lenses, including a minolta fisheye and a nikkor ultrawide. Find the user manual you need for your camera and more at manualsonline. I read the article on the new eos lenses of the same aperature and am wondering how the old ones compare. With a normal angle of view the 50mm is not considered wide or telephoto but rather an inbetween general purpose lens. Ive made sure that the lens is set to mf and i can see m focus on my top display. You are now the owner of the most exciting and advanced camera on the market.
Discussion in canon fd started by 25asa, jul 18, 2003. Photography forums to discuss digital photography, film photography, photographers, techniques and cameras and equipment. It comes with rear lens cap, skylight 1b filter and lens hood. If you are planning to use it on a pen camera or any micro four thirds system, you will need to buy an adapter, the one im using is the rainbowimaging canon fd lens to micro 43 four thirds system camera mount adapter. I wanted to show how beautiful the lens can make filming, even when there is no color correction. This reduced weight improves handling and portability.