Canon AE-1 35mm SLR film camera with 28mm f2.8 lens
Description:
The Canon AE-1 is one of the most iconic film cameras ever made, and for good reason. Released in 1976, it was the world's first camera to feature a central processing unit, a breakthrough that allowed Canon to bring advanced automation to a genuinely affordable and accessible body. It sold over five million units, and its influence on how people think about SLR photography is hard to overstate. Shutter priority mode lets you set the shutter speed while the camera selects the correct aperture automatically, making it easy to control motion in your shots without having to think about exposure. Full manual is there when you want complete control. The Canon FD mount gives access to a wide range of excellent and affordable lenses, and the 28mm f2.8 included here is a great wide angle choice that gives a broader field of view than a standard lens, making it well suited to street photography, travel, and environmental portraits. A genuinely historic camera that is still a pleasure to use today.
Specs:
- Type: Electronic
- Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/1000s
- Lens: Canon FD mount, 28mm f2.8
- Modes: Shutter priority and full manual
Battery: 4LR44 (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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