Canon AV-1 + FD 50mm f/1.8 Lens – Excellent Tested 35mm Film SLR + New Batteries

Description:
The Canon AV-1 is a 35mm SLR film camera introduced in 1979, designed for aperture-priority automatic exposure. Paired with the sharp and lightweight Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 lens, this setup offers intuitive shooting and classic FD-mount compatibility. Ideal for both collectors and film enthusiasts, the AV-1 delivers reliable metering and timeless design in a compact body.

Condition:
Overall Condition: Very Good
Camera and lens fully tested. Meter accurate, shutter speeds responsive. Viewfinder clear. Lens optics clean with no haze or fungus. Aperture blades snappy. Battery compartment clean. Film advance smooth.

Included:

• Canon AV-1 camera body
• Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 lens
• Front lens cap
• Fresh battery installed
• Neck strap

Collectors Notes:
The AV-1 was Canon’s answer to market demand for aperture-priority SLRs, differing from the shutter-priority AE-1. It features TTL metering, a bright viewfinder, and compatibility with all FD lenses. The FD 50mm f/1.8 is a classic “nifty fifty” with solid build and pleasing rendering. Together, they represent a key moment in Canon’s late-70s design philosophy, balancing simplicity with performance.

Key Features:

• Aperture-priority auto exposure
• Canon FD lens mount
• TTL centre-weighted metering
• Shutter speeds from 2s to 1/1000 + Bulb
• Manual focus with split-image focusing screen
• Hot shoe for external flash
• FD 50mm f/1.8 lens: 6 elements in 4 groups, f/1.8–22 aperture range
• Minimum focus distance: 0.6m
• Filter thread: 52mm

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