Description: The A-1 was the top-of-the-line A-series camera. The AE-1 was the first in this series. It was a sophisticated electronic camera with all-digital controls. Besides the shutter speed-priority AE and aperture-priority AE modes, it featured the first fully automatic program AE mode, preset aperture-priority AE, and Speedlite AE mode. The viewfinder information was also easy to read with a 7-segment red LED readout. The control settings were displayed at the same time which made it very useful. Besides Power Winder A, developed at the same time as the AE-1, accessories for the A-1 included the compact Motor Drive MA which attained a maximum shooting speed of 5 fps. This Motor Drive had a convenient vertical-grip shutter button. Also, there was the Speedlite 199A which had bounce flash capability. The A-1’s body had a fine black finish. Specifications:Type35mm focal-plane shutter SLR cameraPicture Size24 x 36 mmNormal LensCanon FD 55mm f/1.2 SSC, FD 50mm f/1.4 SSCLens MountFD mountShutterFour-axis, horizontal-travel focal-plane shutter with cloth curtains. X, B, 30, 15, 8, 4, 2, 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec. All speeds controlled electronically. Built-in self-timer (with 2- and 10-sec. delay and blinking LED). Multiple exposures enabled with a lever. Electronic shutter release.Flash SyncX-sync automatic-switching sync contacts with German socket and hot shoe.ViewfinderFixed eye-level pentaprism. 0.83x magnification, 93.4% vertical coverage, 95.3% horizontal coverage. Split-image rangefinder encircled by microprism rangefinder at center of fresnel matte screen. Eyepiece shutter provided. Six interchangeable focusing screens optional (installed by service personnel). The standard screen was later replaced by the brighter and sharper Laser Matte screen.ViewfinderInformationDigital readout with 7-segment red LED for shutter speed, aperture, dedicated Speedlite flash-ready, manual settings, and warning displays.Metering &Exposure ControlSPC for TTL full-aperture centerweighted averaging metering or TTL stopped-down metering. Exposure compensation range of 2 EV. AE lock provided. Five AE modes: Shutter speed-priority AE, aperture-priority AE, program AE, preset aperture-priority AE, and Speedlite AE (with dedicated Speedlite). The mode is set with a selector dial. Metering range at ISO 100 and f/1.4: EV -2 – 18. Film speed range from ISO 6 to 12800 in 1/3 steps.Power SourceOne 4G-13 6 V mercury oxide battery or 4LR44 alkaline battery. Battery check with button and blinking LED.Film Loading &AdvanceSlotted take-up spool. Advances with camera-top lever’s 120 stroke (partial strokes enabled). Ready position at 30.Frame CounterCounts up. Resets automatically when camera back is opened. Counts down during rewind.Film RewindCamera-top crankDimensions &Weight This is a nearly mint Canon A-1, 35mm Film SLR Black Camera Body + Canon FD f=50mm, 1:1.4 SSC (Super Spectra Coated) Standard Lens + Canon Power Winder A-1 + Canon Data Back A. Tested, everything in excellent working and cosmetics conditions. Just very minor flaws from use. Lens in excellent optical condition, has minor oil in diaphragm leaves. Metering system works, digital readout very clear. Viewfinder, mirror and film compartments very clean in and out. I replaced mirror return foam myself. Shutter sounds very solid, no squeaking. Shutter curtain in excellent shape. Light seals in place and work, need replacing. Loading and unloading of film work as expected. Power Winder and Data Back work. This sale includes: Canon A-1 Body (includes battery) + Canon FD 50mm 1.4 SSC Lens + Lens front cover + Viewfinder eyepiece + Hot show cover + Power winder A-2 (includes case) + Data Back A. I ship only to confirmed address in contiguous continental USA. Pictures will show details and help you make a knowledgeable decision. Questions are Welcome. DISCLAIMER: You are buying a “USED” piece of equipment. I do not sell “JUNK” or equipment in “AS IS” or “FOR PARTS OR REPAIR” conditions. I rebuild, rework, recondition, lubricate, clean and repair as required, and test by myself the equipment I sell, but I cannot guarantee that the equipment I sell will not fail. Buying or selling recycled used equipment involves risks being taken by buyers and sellers. But I will always do my best, as far as my own experience and abilities allow me, to provide detailed descriptions, pictures, etc. of the equipment being sold, so customers can take knowledgeable and informed decisions. There may still be minor surface flaws not shown or difficult to appreciate in pictures. But machines, new or used, fail, sooner or later. I will never hide from customers, intentionally or knowingly, flaws in the equipment I sell. Even though I have a RETURN policy in place, combined with the fact that used equipment fails and I myself can also err, I will always stand by my customers and the equipment I sell, and I will always do my best to keep customers pleased and satisfied. I accept product return within one month of receiving product, but return shipping will be paid by buyer unless product defective or not working. I have been taking pictures for many years as an amateur, and I want to share my passion for photography with you. So, feel assured that I will help and assist you, no matter what, if a problem arises during the process of a sale. You, customers, are my priority. Contact me immediately if a problem arises. Thanks for your support and patronage.
Price: 229.99 USD
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-09-04T22:29:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Color: Black
Year Manufactured: 1978
MPN: Canon A-1
Brand: Canon
Format: 35 mm
Features: Timer
Type: SLR
Focus Type: Manual
Model: Canon A-1