Canon A-1 | SLR Film Camera | Good

Brand: Canon

Name: Canon A-1

Type: Manual SLR

Type of Film: 35mm

CPB Body Code: JL40

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

Metering: TTL center-weighted

Battery: 1 × A544

Lens Mount: Canon FD Mount

Condition: Excellent

The Canon A-1 (JL40) has been inspected by CPB Darkroom and is in working condition. The light meter reads correctly, and the camera operates as expected, with smooth shutter response and control operation. Cosmetically, the body is in excellent condition with slight signs of use, consistent with regular handling. The images shown depict the exact camera you will receive.

Introduced in 1978, the Canon A-1 was one of the first SLRs to offer fully automatic exposure modes, including program, shutter priority, aperture priority, and full manual control. Known for its versatility and advanced features for its time, it remains a highly capable and flexible film camera. This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

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

The sample images shown were made on film using this exact camera and lens, offering a true representation of its rendering, lens performance, and overall image quality.