Canon AV-1 35mm SLR film camera with 35mm f2.8 lens
Description:
The AV-1 is clear about what it does: you set the aperture, it sets the shutter speed, and you shoot. That is the whole camera. There is no manual mode, no shutter priority, just a pure aperture priority system that makes depth of field control very intuitive and removes the need to think about anything else. For someone learning film photography or coming from a mostly automatic background, this is actually a great way to understand how aperture affects your images without being overwhelmed by settings. The viewfinder is bright with a split-image focusing aid, the build quality is solid, and as a Canon FD mount camera it gives you access to a wide range of affordable lenses. The 35mm f/2.8 lens is a natural wide-angle for everyday shooting, street photography, and travel, giving you slightly more context than a standard 50mm while staying comfortable to use.
Specs:
- Type: Electronic
- Max. Shutter Speed: 1/1000s (+ Bulb, down to 2s)
- Lens: Canon FD mount, 35mm f/2.8
- Modes: Aperture priority AE only (+ backlight compensation button)
Battery: 4LR44 6V (included)
How does a camera end up here?
1. Finding cameras
The journey starts with sourcing the right gear. We get cameras from various place. Most of the time people reach out to us to sell their cameras and if they’re good we’ll bring them back to the store.
2. Thorough testing.
Each item is then tested with professional testing equipment.
Cameras are then sorted internally into 3 categories:
1. Tested and passed.
2. To refurbish.
3. For parts.
3. Refurbished and cleaned
Here comes the most important step. After being tested each camera is cleaned and refurbished by our team of skilled technicians.
This goes from the compulsory light-seal change to the full CLA and electronic repair.
We want to make sure your camera to function as new.
4. Ready for a new home! With a warranty of course.
We then sell these beautifully restored cameras to you, but just to be 100% certain we also give you:
- A 6 months warranty certificate.
- 14 days no questions asked return policy.
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