Canon A-1 + Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 | SLR Film Camera + Lens | Excellent

Brand: Canon

Condition: Used

Name: Canon A-1 + Canon FD 50mm f/1.8

Type: 35mm – Single Lens Reflex – Manual Focus Film Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JL40

Lens Code: VG76

Shutter: Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter, 30 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb

Metering: TTL center-weighted - WORKING

Battery: 1 × A544

Lens Mount: Canon FD Mount

Condition: Excellent

The Canon A-1 (JL40) paired with the Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 (VG76) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in working condition. The camera’s light meter reads correctly, and all controls, shutter functions, and film transport mechanisms operate as intended. Cosmetically, the camera body is in excellent condition, showing only slight signs of use consistent with careful handling.

The paired Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 lens has been inspected and cleaned by CPB Darkroom and is in excellent working condition. The optics are clear, with only a small scratch present on one of the lens elements that does not significantly affect practical image quality. The focus and aperture rings operate smoothly and accurately, and the lens body remains exceptionally well preserved.

Introduced in 1978, the Canon A-1 was one of the first SLR cameras to combine program, shutter-priority, aperture-priority, and full manual exposure modes in a single camera body. Its advanced feature set and intuitive controls made it one of the most influential film cameras of its era. Paired with the classic Canon FD 50mm f/1.8, this setup offers sharp rendering, natural perspective, and excellent low-light performance. The fast f/1.8 aperture provides attractive background separation and versatility for portraits, street photography, travel, documentary work, and everyday shooting.

This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

SLR cameras and lenses sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter accuracy, metering response, optical clarity, and mechanical reliability, with any cosmetic or functional notes clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.