Perfect gift for a loved one — or a beautiful addition to a collector’s shelf! This is one of the cameras from my personal collection, and it is time for her to find a new home with someone who will appreciate her and put her to good use. Canon FTb QL The Canon FTb QL is a classic 35mm mechanical SLR introduced in the early 1970s and built during one of Canon’s great periods of mechanical camera design. Solid, dependable, and beautifully engineered, the FTb was designed as a serious photographer’s camera and remains a wonderful choice for anyone who enjoys the experience of shooting film. The QL (Quick Loading) system is one of the camera’s particularly useful features, making film loading considerably easier than with many contemporary SLRs. Specifications * Camera: Canon FTb QL * Film: 35mm * Shutter: Horizontal-travel cloth focal-plane shutter * Shutter speeds: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb * Metering: TTL center-weighted CdS metering with match-needle display * Exposure: Fully mechanical camera; the battery is used for the light meter * Lens mount: Canon FD bayonet mount * Flash sync: 1/60s via PC sync * Viewfinder: Bright prism viewfinder with microprism focusing aid * Construction: Solid metal body with black and silver finish * Film loading: Canon Quick Load (QL) system The FTb has the reassuring feel of a true mechanical instrument. It is substantial in the hands, with a smooth film advance, a precise shutter release, and a wonderfully tactile mechanical operation. This is a camera from an era when cameras were made to be used, serviced, and enjoyed for decades. Its combination of robust construction, straightforward controls, and classic Canon design makes it equally appealing to a film photography enthusiast or a vintage-camera collector. Condition The camera is in very nice vintage condition, with signs of age and use consistent with a camera of this era. The body has some minor cosmetic wear, but retains its beautiful classic appearance. The camera has been carefully stored as part of my personal collection. Please note: the camera is photographed without a lens mounted. The listing is for the Canon FTb QL body unless otherwise specified. I feel it is time for her to find a new home with someone who can take care of her, appreciate her history, and put her to good use. Shipping will be handled by courier using protective packaging, insurance, and tracking, with the same care I would take if I were shipping her to myself. Thank you for looking, and happy treasure hunting!