Canon AE-1
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Canon AE-1Entry/Object ID
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Canon AE-1 from the late 70s and early 80s. This one is currently fitted with a third-party Albinar 28mm f/2.8. Albinar was a budget-friendly brand common in camera shops during the 80s, providing a solid wide-angle perspective for photographers who found Canon's own "L" or "SSC" glass too expensive. Technically, the AE-1 is a shutter-priority SLR. You select the shutter speed using the large dial on the top right, and the camera’s brain chooses the aperture. On the back of the camera, this unit is equipped with a rubber eyecup, which is a great accessory—it blocks out stray light from the side, making the internal light meter needle much easier to see in bright conditions. The "Canon Cough": In the top-down photo, we can see the serial number 455341. Like most AE-1s, these cameras sometimes develop a squeaking sound when the shutter fires, caused by dried-out lubricant in the mirror governor. If yours makes a "chirp" sound, it’s a sign it might need a tiny drop of oil to prevent mechanical wear. The top plate shows the classic layout: the battery check button (the small black circle near the rewind crank), the shutter speed dial, and the film advance lever. The Albinar lens has "Coated Optics" to help with contrast, and the 28mm focal length makes this a perfect "walk-around" setup for cityscapes or group photos where a 50mm would feel too tight.Category
Camera, SLR, 35mm Film
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