Canon A-1 + FD 50mm 1.4 (Boxed)

€260.00

The Canon A-1, the camera that redefined what a 35 mm SLR could be. Introduced in 1978, it was the first camera in the world to offer full Program AE mode alongside shutter-priority, aperture-priority, and full manual control. In short: the A-1 gave photographers every exposure mode in one beautifully engineered body.

It employs a horizontal cloth-curtain focal-plane shutter with a speed range of 30 to 1/1000 second plus bulb and flash synchronization speed of 1/60 second along with the following features,

  • Versatile Exposure Control
    Whether you want full automation, semi-automation, or complete manual precision, the A-1 adapts instantly. Perfect for beginners who want a helping hand and seasoned shooters craving full control.

  • Razor-Sharp Focusing
    A bright split-image/microprism focusing screen makes manual focus quick and satisfying.

  • Iconic FD Lens Compatibility
    Mount any Canon FD or New FD lens—from creamy portrait primes to wide-angle gems. The glass is legendary, and the A-1 is your gateway to it.

  • Durability Meets Design
    Classic Canon build quality: solid, reliable, with a black finish that screams professional. This is a camera built to be used.

    Condition: Near mint

The Canon A-1, the camera that redefined what a 35 mm SLR could be. Introduced in 1978, it was the first camera in the world to offer full Program AE mode alongside shutter-priority, aperture-priority, and full manual control. In short: the A-1 gave photographers every exposure mode in one beautifully engineered body.

It employs a horizontal cloth-curtain focal-plane shutter with a speed range of 30 to 1/1000 second plus bulb and flash synchronization speed of 1/60 second along with the following features,

  • Versatile Exposure Control
    Whether you want full automation, semi-automation, or complete manual precision, the A-1 adapts instantly. Perfect for beginners who want a helping hand and seasoned shooters craving full control.

  • Razor-Sharp Focusing
    A bright split-image/microprism focusing screen makes manual focus quick and satisfying.

  • Iconic FD Lens Compatibility
    Mount any Canon FD or New FD lens—from creamy portrait primes to wide-angle gems. The glass is legendary, and the A-1 is your gateway to it.

  • Durability Meets Design
    Classic Canon build quality: solid, reliable, with a black finish that screams professional. This is a camera built to be used.

    Condition: Near mint