Canon Ae1 35mm Camera Views

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Buying a used, manual camera is an excellent way for a beginner to learn. The Pentax K1000, Pentax ME Super, Nikon Nikkormat, or Canon AE-1 are just a few of the best choices to start with. Visit your local camera store, eBay, or KEH Camera Brokers to locate a used 35mm SLR. Back to Photo School? Learn how to use this camera in a BetterPhoto online photography course. First 10 of 162 Reviews (see all user reviews) Average Rating: 4 out of 5

Introduction In my search for a great manual camera system and also for more equipment to try out and write about, I got hold of my friend Glan)rs"s Canon AE1 Program kit. He didnurs"t mind lending it to me for a few weeks as it had been sitting in his closet for years previously. He figures he hasn rs"t used it in at least ten years and when he was using it he doesn

The Canon AE1 was first introduced back in 1976 and was marketed for mid level photographers who desired high-end features such as Auto Exposure modes. Previous to the AE1, Canon had produced manual exposure cameras such as the FTb bodies, which were far simpler to manufacture than electronic ones. The AE1 was a fresh design with electronics in mind from day one and new manufacturing techniques also helped to keep costs down and affordable for the intended non-pro market. By Canonsrs"s claims the AE1 was wildly successful and from what I can see of the used bins and in the Buy & Sell papers, the AE1 seems to be the most prolific offering from Canon rs"s FD mount bodies.

It would seem quite natural to compare the AE1 to the Nikon FE as they were of similar vintage and offered an AE mode but there are some differences, which Irrs"ll get to later on. Canon followed up on the success of the AE1 with the AE1 Program in 1981. This updated and upgraded model provided for full automation in exposure settings. With a simple turn of the Shutter Speed dial and Aperture ring to the program modes, the shooter only had to compose and focus a scene while the camera set the aperture and shutter speed. The AE1 Program also incorporated a slight change in the lens mount that compelled Canon to call it the new FD mount, of which Iors"m not all that familiar with. The AE1 also allowed for an ergonomic motor winder MA to be attached while still being able to use the older Winder A2.