Canon FD 50mm f/1.4

Description

Canon FD 50mm f/1.4

The Canon FD 50mm f/1.4, serial number 352482, is a fast and sharp manual focus prime lens designed for Canons FD-mount 35mm film SLRs. Known for its excellent image quality, solid construction, and smooth mechanical operation, it was one of Canons top-standard lenses throughout the FD era.

With its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, this lens excels in low-light situations, delivers pleasing background blur (bokeh), and is a favorite for portraiture, street, and everyday photography.

Key Features

• Focal Length: 50mm standard field of view on 35mm film

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4 great for low-light and shallow depth of field

• Lens Mount: Canon FD compatible with manual focus Canon film SLRs (e.g., AE-1, A-1, FTb)

• Focus Type: Manual focus

• Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16

• Optical Design: 7 elements in 6 groups

• Filter Thread: 55mm

• Construction: Solid metal barrel with smooth rubber focus grip

• Coating: Canon’s Super Spectra Coating (S.S.C. on earlier models) for improved contrast and reduced flare

Whats Included

• Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 lens (Serial No. 352482)

• Front and rear lens caps

Condition

Used Good condition

• Optics: Clean glass, no haze or fungus. Minor dust may be present (normal for age)

• Mechanics: Focus ring moves smoothly; aperture blades clean and responsive

• Exterior: Light cosmetic wear on barrel, no dents or major scratches