Canon A-1 35mm SLR Kit with FD 50mm f/1.8

Canon A-1 35mm SLR Kit with FD 50mm f/1.8 - Good Condition | Professional Grade Film Kit with Fast Standard Prime

The Canon A-1 paired with the FD 50mm f/1.8 is a truly exceptional 35mm film kit — combining one of the most sophisticated and capable film SLRs ever produced with a sharp, fast, and beautifully rendering standard prime. The A-1 was Canon's flagship SLR of its era and a genuine landmark in camera design — the world's first camera to offer five automatic exposure modes including Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Depth of Field, and Full Manual control. Built to professional standards with a robust, precision-engineered body, it remains one of the most sought-after classic film cameras among serious photographers and collectors alike. The Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 is the natural partner — compact, sharp, and versatile enough to handle virtually any shooting situation. Serial numbers: Body SR 1729051 / Lens SR 4342555.

Key Features

• Complete ready-to-shoot 35mm film kit — body and lens included
• Canon FD mount — compatible with a wide range of Canon FD and FL lenses
• World's first camera with five automatic exposure modes — Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Depth of Field, and Manual
• Fast f/1.8 aperture for excellent low-light performance and pleasing background separation
• 50mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting
• Canon's acclaimed TTL centre-weighted metering
• Built-in motor drive compatibility
• Professional-grade build quality — robust and precision-engineered
• One of the most sought-after classic film cameras ever produced

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with use, no cracks or damage
• Sensor/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order; lens elements clean with no fungus, haze, or significant dust
• Mechanics/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly across all modes; all controls and film transport functioning as expected; aperture blades clean and snappy; FD mount connection clean and secure

"The Canon A-1 is the camera that serious film photographers dream about. Five exposure modes, professional build quality, and access to the entire FD lens ecosystem — it was ahead of its time when it launched and it remains a benchmark today. Paired with the 50mm f/1.8, this is a kit that handles everything from street photography to studio portraits with equal confidence."

What's Included

• Canon A-1 camera body
• Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 lens
• Front and rear lens caps
• Body cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Canon
• Model: A-1 with FD 50mm f/1.8
• Serial Number (Body): SR 1729051
• Serial Number (Lens): SR 4342555
• Mount: Canon FD
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Exposure Modes: Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Depth of Field, Manual
• Metering: TTL centre-weighted
• Shutter Speed: 30s – 1/1000s + Bulb
• ISO Range: ISO 6–12800
• Viewfinder: approx. 0.83x magnification, 97% coverage
• Built-in Flash: No — hot shoe for external flash
• Motor Drive: Compatible with Canon Motor Drive MA
• Self-timer: Yes
• Lens Focal Length: 50mm
• Lens Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.6m
• Filter Thread: 52mm
• Dimensions (Body): approx. 141 x 91 x 48mm
• Weight (Body): approx. 620g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm SLR Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition