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  • 1970s
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Canon AE-1

Canon AE-1

$450.00 NZD
$450.00 NZD
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Canon AE-1 with FD 50mm f/1.8 — meter not working

The camera that got a whole generation into photography, in honest condition. The shutter fires correctly across the speed range and the FD 50mm f/1.8 is as good as ever — but the light meter and auto exposure aren't functioning, so this one's a manual-only proposition. Set your shutter speed on the dial, pick your aperture with a handheld meter, a phone app or good old Sunny 16, and it'll shoot happily. Priced accordingly for someone who doesn't mind working it out themselves.

  • 35mm film SLR, Canon FD mount
  • Includes FD 50mm f/1.8 standard lens
  • Meter and auto exposure not working — manual shooting only
  • Still requires a battery to fire the shutter

Lens system: Canon FL/FD

50mm f/1.8

Skill Level: Intermediate

  • Comfortable with basic settings
  • Understanding aperture/shutter relationship
  • Aperture-priority cameras, basic manual SLRs with meters

Warranty: 2 Months from purchase

All second-hand film cameras sold at Camera House NZ come with a 2 month warranty when they've been film tested by us.

Our 2 month warranty covers mechanical and electronic failures that occur during normal use. If something goes wrong with your camera during this period, bring it back and we'll sort it out.

This warranty reflects our confidence in the cameras we sell and our commitment to getting you out shooting with reliable equipment. We've been in the photography business since 1953, and we stand behind the gear we sell.

Guarantee: Film Tested

We put a roll of film through each camera to verify that the shutter, film advance, and light meter (where fitted) are working correctly. This real-world testing ensures you're getting a camera that's ready to shoot, not just one that looks good on the shelf.

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Canon 50mm F1.88 frames

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Unedited scans, developed in store. Every film camera we sell gets a roll put through it.

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Canon

Canon is a Japanese company founded in 1937, now one of the world's largest and longest running camera and lens manufacturers. It produces a wide range of EOS mirrorless and DSLR cameras, RF and EF mount lenses, compact cameras, printers and camera accessories, and remains one of the best selling camera brands worldwide.

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