Canon FTb – 35mm SLR Film Camera with Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 Lens

Canon FTb – 35mm SLR Film Camera with Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 Lens 

Lens Mount: Canon FD
Condition: Used – Good Condition

The Canon FTb, serial number 151360, is a robust mechanical 35mm SLR introduced in the early 1970s as a more affordable alternative to the Canon F-1. Built for durability and reliability, the FTb features through-the-lens (TTL) metering, full manual exposure control, and compatibility with Canon’s FD lens system.

This copy comes with the sharp and lightweight Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 standard prime lens, making it an excellent all-around setup for anyone getting into film photography.

Key Features – Canon FTb

• Film Format: 35mm (24×36mm)

• Lens Mount: Canon FD (also compatible with FL lenses in stop-down mode)

• Shutter: Fully mechanical, horizontal cloth focal-plane shutter

  • Speeds: 1s to 1/1000s + Bulb

• Metering: TTL match-needle system using a CdS cell

• Exposure Control: Manual

• Viewfinder: Bright with microprism focusing aid

• Self-Timer: Mechanical

• Flash Sync: 1/60s via hot shoe and PC socket

• Battery: 1x PX625 1.35V mercury cell (modern alternatives available)

• Weight: Approx. 750g (body only)

Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 Lens – Key Features

• Focal Length: 50mm – standard field of view

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8

• Optical Design: 6 elements in 4 groups

• Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.6m

• Filter Thread: 52mm

• Focus: Manual focus with smooth rubber grip

• Build: Compact and lightweight, great image sharpness even wide open

What’s Included

• Canon FTb camera body (Serial No. 151360)

• Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 lens

• Front lens cap (if available)

• Camera strap or case (if included)

Condition

Used – Good Condition

• Shutter: Fires correctly across all speeds

• Metering: Working (if tested with correct battery or adapter)

• Lens: Clear glass, no haze or fungus; aperture and focus rings operate smoothly

• Viewfinder: Bright with minor dust (normal for age)

• Exterior: Some cosmetic wear from regular use, no dents

• Battery Compartment: Clean and free from corrosion