Canon AE-1 black + FD 1,8/50mm | Analogue camera





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Canon AE-1 black with FD 50mm f/1.8, tested and working; physical condition good.
Description from the seller
CANON AE-1 Black + FD 50mm F1.8, tested and working.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon AE-1 (1976) is one of the most important cameras ever made — the first SLR with an onboard microprocessor, produced in millions and responsible for bringing automatic exposure to a mass audience. This is the black-finish version, less common than the chrome and correspondingly more sought after. It is paired here with the Canon FD 50mm f/1.8, the classic standard lens of the FD system.
Important — please read carefully:
There is light haze in the lens, and the battery cover latch has been repaired. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, heavy signs of use, or minor optical flaws
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Scuffs and scratches from normal use. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens: Light haze inside the FD 50mm f/1.8. Please check the photos.
Viewfinder: Cleaned inside
Functional
Power, light meter and shutter work.
The meter reads about 1.5–2 stops over.
Light seals replaced and viewfinder interior cleaned.
Measured Performance
We check these cameras on a shutter tester rather than by ear, and we publish what we measured:
- 1 s — measured 1/1 s (on the mark)
- 1/60 — measured 1/63 s (approx. 0.1 stop fast)
- 1/1000 — measured 1/830 s (approx. 0.3 stop slow)
- Light meter accuracy — EV12: 1.7 OVER / EV15: 1.8 OVER
Negative film has enough latitude to absorb deviations of this size, but the figures are here so you can judge for yourself.
Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Light seals (foam) replaced
- Viewfinder cleaned internally
Known Issues
1. Light haze in the lens.
2. The battery cover latch was broken and has been repaired with resin. It closes and holds, but may loosen again with use.
Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via either FedEx or Japan Post (ePacket), whichever suits the destination and the parcel. With Japan Post your package is handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Parcels are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): import VAT and any customs duties are collected by customs or the carrier on delivery, in accordance with the rules of the destination country.
Where import taxes have already been collected at checkout — for example under the EU IOSS scheme for orders up to EUR 150 — there is nothing further to pay on delivery.
Import charges vary from country to country, so please check the rules that apply where you live.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.
Seller's Story
CANON AE-1 Black + FD 50mm F1.8, tested and working.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon AE-1 (1976) is one of the most important cameras ever made — the first SLR with an onboard microprocessor, produced in millions and responsible for bringing automatic exposure to a mass audience. This is the black-finish version, less common than the chrome and correspondingly more sought after. It is paired here with the Canon FD 50mm f/1.8, the classic standard lens of the FD system.
Important — please read carefully:
There is light haze in the lens, and the battery cover latch has been repaired. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, heavy signs of use, or minor optical flaws
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Scuffs and scratches from normal use. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens: Light haze inside the FD 50mm f/1.8. Please check the photos.
Viewfinder: Cleaned inside
Functional
Power, light meter and shutter work.
The meter reads about 1.5–2 stops over.
Light seals replaced and viewfinder interior cleaned.
Measured Performance
We check these cameras on a shutter tester rather than by ear, and we publish what we measured:
- 1 s — measured 1/1 s (on the mark)
- 1/60 — measured 1/63 s (approx. 0.1 stop fast)
- 1/1000 — measured 1/830 s (approx. 0.3 stop slow)
- Light meter accuracy — EV12: 1.7 OVER / EV15: 1.8 OVER
Negative film has enough latitude to absorb deviations of this size, but the figures are here so you can judge for yourself.
Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Light seals (foam) replaced
- Viewfinder cleaned internally
Known Issues
1. Light haze in the lens.
2. The battery cover latch was broken and has been repaired with resin. It closes and holds, but may loosen again with use.
Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via either FedEx or Japan Post (ePacket), whichever suits the destination and the parcel. With Japan Post your package is handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Parcels are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): import VAT and any customs duties are collected by customs or the carrier on delivery, in accordance with the rules of the destination country.
Where import taxes have already been collected at checkout — for example under the EU IOSS scheme for orders up to EUR 150 — there is nothing further to pay on delivery.
Import charges vary from country to country, so please check the rules that apply where you live.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.

