Canon EOS 5 35mm SLR Film Camera Body + VG‑1 Grip – Tested – Excellent

DESCRIPTION

Canon EOS 5 35mm autofocus SLR camera body with Canon VG‑1 vertical grip, in Very Good condition and fully tested and working. The EOS 5 (A2/A2E in some markets) is a highly capable film body featuring fast autofocus, advanced metering and Canon’s innovative Eye‑Controlled Focus system.

The VG‑1 grip provides improved handling, extended battery capacity and a more balanced feel when using larger lenses.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Excellent

Body: Canon EOS 5

• Fully tested and working
• Autofocus accurate
• Metering consistent
• Shutter firing correctly
• Eye‑Controlled Focus responsive (typical for model)
• Viewfinder clear with light dust
• Exterior shows light cosmetic wear
• LCD displays clear
• Battery compartment clean

VG‑1 Vertical Grip

• Fully tested and working
• Buttons and controls responsive
• Clean exterior with light wear
• Battery contacts clean

INCLUDED

• Canon EOS 5 35mm SLR body
• Canon VG‑1 vertical grip

KEY FEATURES

• Canon EOS 5 35mm autofocus SLR
• Eye‑Controlled Focus system
• Fast and accurate AF performance
• Advanced evaluative metering
• VG‑1 grip for improved handling and battery life
• Compatible with Canon EF lenses
• Ideal for enthusiasts and collectors of Canon’s 1990s SLR lineup

COMPATIBILITY

• Uses 35mm film
• Camera powered by 2×CR123A batteries
• VG‑1 grip accepts additional CR123A cells
• Compatible with all Canon EF‑mount lenses

COLLECTORS NOTES

The EOS 5 remains one of Canon’s most influential film SLRs, introducing Eye‑Controlled Focus and offering a feature set that shaped later EOS designs. Paired with the VG‑1 grip, it becomes a more capable and desirable body for both collectors and active film shooters.

SEO KEYWORDS

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