Pros and Cons of Canon FD Lenses

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Pros and Cons of Canon FD Lenses

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Buy the Canon FD 24mm F/2.8
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Buy the Canon FD 35mm F/2.8
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Buy the Canon FD 50mm F/1.4
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Buy the Canon FD 85mm F/1.8
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The Canon FD is one of the most popular legacy lens mounts and for a good reason. Despite many of these lenses being 30 years or older, they have withstood the test of time proving to be well-built, fast, and sharp. There are many reasons for why you may or may not want to buy a set of your own FDs. In this video, I’ll name just a few.
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@daddywarhammer 4 жыл бұрын

You missed probably the greatest reason for owning these vintage lenses - they will still be usable in another 50 years if you take care of them. You could pass them on to you grandchildren, long after any modern AF/IS lens has died. No electronics, motors, etc. Better materials and construction. Real buttery focus vs focus-by-wire. Unfortunately, the photo industry has moved to a disposable model and lenses are no longer built to last generations. Compound that with the insane cost of new lenses ($2000+ for many), and I think the answer is clear.

@Zodiac_Mack 4 жыл бұрын

There is also the fact that an emp or the likes won't destroy your pictures and erase every single photo you have taken if you are using the film format,

@momoanddudu 4 жыл бұрын

You assume your grandchildren would want to shoot with fully manual lenses, which is not likely. Also, if an FD lens is damaged in any way, e.g. fungus, it can't be fixed. Which is why you might as well buy old EF lenses.

@henrygroverr 4 жыл бұрын

momoanddudu It can be fixed if it has fungus to the same extent a modern lens has.

@momoanddudu 4 жыл бұрын

@@henrygroverr No, it can't. If a lens is in production, the manufacturer is still making glass elements to replace broken ones. For lenses out of production, that depends on your ability to cannibalize another copy.

@henrygroverr 4 жыл бұрын

momoanddudu If we are talking about replacing the glass completely ( which you may as well buy a new lens, yes you couldn’t. But you can fix fungus on the these old lenses to the same extent as in a modern lens with cleaning

@davegrenier1160 3 жыл бұрын

I am the original owner of my FDs, soon to be repurposed on a Sony Alpha a7R II. They were used hard on two Ftb(n)s, an AE-1 Program, and an A-1, but they were also babied and stored properly since they were last used (maybe 15 years ago). I did consider selling them a few years ago (before mirrorless cameras), but saw they were only going for $20 to $40 apiece, so I decided to hang onto them. Now I'm glad they're still with me as I see the prices have gone through the roof. Some of them are now selling for more than what I paid for them new. My lenses (all "new" models - my older Canon lenses were used even harder during my time in the Army in the mid to late 1970s): 20mm f/2.8 28mm f/2.8 35mm f/2.8 50mm f/1.8 Macro 50mm f/3.5 85mm f/1.8 (which I think is a beautiful piece of glass, I enjoy just looking at it) 135mm f/2.8 For a couple of years I also owned a 600mm f/4.5L (also purchased new), but it was too heavy (and required a tripod that was similarly heavy) to be practical, so I sold it. Wish I had a 24mm, but with the prices as they are today, I can continue to do without one!

@sonvfave 6 жыл бұрын

I almost got the FD 50 but instead picked up a zeiss C/Y 50 1.7, and its amazing

@martyzielinski2469 6 жыл бұрын

I own both of these. (CY 1.4, FD 1.4 SSC) They are very similar, but I judge the FD to be slightly better. Both have excellent image quality, and at times, the Zeiss seems to be a tad better corrected. But it also has more curvature of field than the Canon. My Planar can not hold critical focus across a flat field at wider apertures. Both differences considered, I prefer the Canon. Why not pick one up? Mine only set me back 30 clams...

@Magnetron692 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I agree. The breechlock versions are also very well made and offer decent image quality.

@jancovanderwesthuizen8070 4 жыл бұрын

The same is true for the Asahi Pentax SMC Takumar series as well as the Minolta MD Rokkor series

@Desmond-Hume 3 жыл бұрын

So many talks about FD lenses and almost nothing about FL, it's predecessor. I've seen a test, comparing FD 50/1.4 S.S.C vs FL II 50/1.4, both in very good condition, without any fungus, scratches etc. And FL showed more sharpness and less CA, also build quality is a little bit better.

@flyguy8787 6 жыл бұрын

At first I was like "$415?! How in the heck?!" Then you showed the mass amounts of fungus and it made more sense. be careful, storing active fungus lenses with other lenses can infect your other lenses.

@photog1529 6 жыл бұрын

If you're careful, you can find plenty of FD lenses without any serious issues. Most will show signs of use on the barrel and lens ring, but for the most part there's not much to fear. Gotta remember...these lenses go back to the 1970's...very hard to find anything in "pristine" condition. Pu them on a Sony A7R series lens, and you have image stabilization available for each and every lens.

@kiwipics 6 жыл бұрын

Fly Guy .... just service the lens, get rid of the fungus and shoot.

@Photographicelements 5 жыл бұрын

@@photog1529 Some Canon FD's, including some in focal lengths of 55mm & 58mm, are radioactive, so do your research before buying on ebay. Dust & fungus can be cleaned and removed by a lens repair shops, or you could learn to do it yourself. Most repair shops that clean vintage lenses also sell better versions of vintage lenses, which is a nice guarantee of quality and saves so much time randomly searching ebay, engaging in bidding wars, etc.

@photog1529 5 жыл бұрын

@@Photographicelements The vast majority of my FD lenses are my own...been shooting Canon since the 1970's. All are stored in dustproof/waterproof Pelican cases. I do have a 35mm variant that has radioactive elements...when I shoot B/W film it acts as a yellow filter. :) Usually, the yellowing can be cleared up by setting the lens on a sunlit window sill...the UV clears it up after a couple of days.

@OrlandoEeckhout 5 жыл бұрын

@@Photographicelements radioactive???? Can you please explain this and also tell how radioactive (is it ok to use the lens every now and then)?

@ProfessioneVideomaker 4 жыл бұрын

I'd add that vintage lenses (Canon FD, as Minolta Rokkor) have more "personality" in the produced image

@jorgem50 4 жыл бұрын

I've tried using old fd glass since 2011 when I used DSLR. Never liked the very soft image fd lenses create for video. However, just recently bought a couple of canon fd 50mm f1.8 and did several tests. At f2 images look amazingly sharp. At f1.8 they are too soft for my taste. I'm totally loving these 50mm fd lenses and plan on using them in future events. BTW I'm using Panasonic g9s for video.

@glebmazur9892 3 жыл бұрын

Good! Any speedbooster using?

@jorgem50 3 жыл бұрын

@@glebmazur9892 No. Just a cheap adapter. I also acquired a Canon 28mm f 2.8.

@glebmazur9892 3 жыл бұрын

@@jorgem50 i went with CZ rollei qbm lenses with GH5S, i guess i need 0.64x booster to get maximum wide aperture and focal. 35 2.8, 50 1.8, 85 2.8 and will get 25 2.8 for sure!

@Sup90210 Жыл бұрын

All lenses, including modern ones preform better stopped down even just a little.

@willbeliso8964 6 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the content of this video! Very clear and to the point, very well done Matt!

@JordysRailVideos Жыл бұрын

I'm not fussed about not having auto focus or image stabilisation anyway since I prefer dialling in the focus for videoing and the camera is on a tripod

@keithkuckler2551 Жыл бұрын

Rather than let my beautiful old AE 1, just sit in a drawer, I am buying a used camera body, I priced out a Canon EOS in near new condintion from KEH, it goes for 260.00 and adapter ring on Amazon is 40.00, and, I will use the Canon 35-105 zoom lens from the AE1, it is in perfect shape, no fungus, and ,is in like new condition. I will also have to buy a sd card, so that will add another 20.00 bucks. So, for a total outlay of about 320.00 bucks I can shoot digital images with a great vintage lens. It will not have auto focus, but, I have a point and shoot camera for those quick shots.

@bachmannmanuel1562 6 жыл бұрын

I love using my FD's on my Fuji Cameras with the Metabones Speedbooster... (50mm f/1.2 & 85mm f/1.8 & 300mm f/2.8)

@mattpaulrice 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for sharing the camera and adapter you use your Canon FDs with. Happy to hear you enjoy using them!

@bachmannmanuel1562 6 жыл бұрын

youre welcome :-D

@krystalbolden6733 5 ай бұрын

The cons for these lenses are not even cons. If you are a serious videographer or photographer you should be doing virtually everything manual anyway, you also should have the camera on some type of stabilizing device like tripod or gimbal anyway when it comes to stabilization unless intentionally doing hand held for a certain look. I have honestly done a comparison with the fd lenses with the rokinon cinema lenses and image quality is pretty much the same. Fd’s just give more lens flare and sometimes not as wide open aperture. But those things are easy to work around.

@junkyardmagic Жыл бұрын

I think of the lack of autofocus and stabilisation as an advantage - as I use them for 'slow photography.

@matteovrizzi 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video Although the advice with pros and cons is quite generic. The same applies to vintage nikkors and zuiko om, pentax etc. I was looking for something a bit more specific.

@raksh9 5 жыл бұрын

Matt, could you do a general comparison between Canon FD and Minolta Rokkor, and maybe Pentax K or Super Takumar?

@timothykieper Жыл бұрын

I have 3 of these lenses which I purchased mostly as a learning experience. Seems the FD mounting design is a convoluted mess, especially compared with modern camera mounts. At one point I had to search a KZfaq video for a fix when one of the interior rings was accidentally slightly misaligned through normal use. Also, by the time you add an adapter, the small form factor goes away. Good bargain, but not without its flaws!

@Aviopic Жыл бұрын

Not all FDs are 2nd hand, I have a new unused 135/3.5 in it's original box ☝🏻 as I prefer other 135s it stays new for ever probably 😉

@dirtywater5336 5 жыл бұрын

There are four major conditions that I steer clear of when buying old lenses. Fungus being the biggest one, followed by haze, balsam separation, and scratches. Dust is virtually unavoidable in lenses this old so that's a nonfactor unless it's a good amount of it. Other than that, I will never buy a lens that had any of these imperfections. It's just not worth sacrificing IQ to save a few bucks. Today's sensors are so good that any impurity or imperfection in the lens will be pretty apparent in the image. I find FD lenses in excellent condition to be inexpensive enough and you will thank yourself for it later when your images look fantastic. That being said, with the rise of mirrorless cameras, the value of these lenses is increasing and the prices are beginning to climb so I'm trying to complete my collection before they become unaffordable. I want the 85/1.8 and a 35/2.8. I have pretty much everything else I want (28/2.8, 50/1.4, 50/1.8 50/3.5 macro, and 70-210/4)

@Photographicelements 5 жыл бұрын

Very true. 2005-2007 was the Golden Age for buying vintage lenses. Every year the prices go up. There are many collectors out there who want mint condition lenses with perfect cases. Many people and even small companies are buying lenses for video and cinema and modifying the lenses for those needs. The balsam separation is the worst, and many lenses were stored in the attic or a storage shed exacerbating this. I love Canon FD lenses! You have a great collection! 85mm lenses seem to go up in price every few months. Hope you find a deal!

@akivabernstein4723 5 жыл бұрын

I prefer Konica. They are stupid sharp and well priced. The only down side is that they might be a bit hard to find.

@dutchvideoshooter 6 жыл бұрын

I love my FD set! :)

@danienelphoto 3 жыл бұрын

I love the NFDs too. Yummy 1.2 SSC you have there!

@chanyschwartz4729 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so clear

@basukisugito3275 Жыл бұрын

Canon 50 f1.2 is still not cheap. Wonder why, when you can get an AF lens for same price

@maxshootsfilm306 5 жыл бұрын

I love the FL the older, 100% manual (no shutter priority)

@ruff1draft 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. gonna look out for these lenses.

@wilsoneusebio7391 5 жыл бұрын

You have a big colection. Do you sell any? I like Minolta and Takumar lens.

@CrivRex 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Bell & Howell/Canon-branded 35-70mm 3.5-4.5 that I have not been able to find anywhere else or any details on. I'm thinking it's a fake or someone changed the front ring. Any thoughts on where I can find details on these?

@TheHeavy645 2 жыл бұрын

How do I get the Canon FT 28mm lens to fit my Canon FT QL? What adapter do I need?

@river718 Жыл бұрын

Even with fungus the Canon FD looks a lot more appealing than modern lenses…

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

They may not have auto-focus, but they often come with auto-fungus.

@CaravanMovies 3 жыл бұрын

Can we use these lenses in fuji film cameras directly without an adapter ?

@sclogse1 Жыл бұрын

Nope. But adapters by Fotasy are VERY cheap on ebay.

@CaravanMovies Жыл бұрын

@@sclogse1 Ok thank you sir

@0800filmez Жыл бұрын

Hello! Do you have a link to that follow focus ring adapter? Thanks!

@ikannunaplays 5 жыл бұрын

I got a 70-210mm FD lens for $35 in mint condition which included the original case, manual, and three filters, the adapter was $10 @ Walmart.com. Though it took four weeks for the adapter to get to me.

@lolno1000 5 жыл бұрын

which camera are you using? do you have any problems with that lens and the adaptor? (i.e. mount stability issues etc) I'm planning to use the same lens on a sony a7

@ikannunaplays 5 жыл бұрын

@@lolno1000 Actually I did have issues with it and sent it back, It didn't lock. I purchased another adapter from off Ebay from a company here in Illinois, it also includes a lens for focus correction on mirrored cameras but it can be removed for mirror-less cameras. The seller is fotodioxpro from Gurnee, cost just a little more than the walmart one. Fits perfectly and the lens is perfect. Item# 362606707838

@lucresialopez9611 2 жыл бұрын

Which lens originally came with the ae-1 program?

@KylerZee Жыл бұрын

Tear. You can’t get one of these lenses for that much now 😭

@bradleyrieger1517 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 50mm 1.8 FD lens that came with my 1975 Canon F1. Instead of a green "A" on the f-stop ring there is a green circle. Would this serve the same function as the "A" when mounted on a AE1 Program?

@ren6726 2 жыл бұрын

Yea

@videonotes7580 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video!

@ryanl7959 5 жыл бұрын

Do you have a recommendation for buying a good budget speed booster for the FD lenses onto the Sony A6000

@henrygroverr 4 жыл бұрын

None. Buy just a normal £20 adapter with no glass in it. 1.5x crop isn’t too bad anyway!

@DIGIHENDRIX300 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video i been so overwhelmed with alll the varieties. i wanted to get a adapter for my canon t7 dslr and eveyone telling me i shouldnt get a canon fd lens cus of some distance in the whole issue.. im just dying to buy vintage lenses for summer but paranoid that the adapter wont fit on my camera or the 28 mm canon fd lens i want will be the wrong one. does this work with canon t7? if so ill prob start buying immediately.

@Tumbleweed1961 Жыл бұрын

I'm using the PHOTODIOX PRO on my T3i and 6D coupled with a number of FL and FD lenses. 50 f1.2, 35-70 f4, 28-90 f2.8-3.5 (Vivitar Series 1), 500 f8 mirror, there are several others, but you get the jist. No fitment or function issues with any of them. The distance difference is mount flange to sensor is different between FD/FL and EF/EF-S. You're going to want the adaptor with the glass element. This compensates for the flange difference.

@Sup90210 Жыл бұрын

If you really want to use vintage lenses, especially FD you’re better to move to a mirrorless camera.

@0800filmez Жыл бұрын

Hello, what follow focus ring adaptor is that @1:36? Thanks?

@Ellafun 5 жыл бұрын

What camera do you shoot video with these lenses?

@akyaXmetozade 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt thank you for this video, i wonder if you know the thorium coated lens is safe to shoot with for my eye's cornea ? many thanks

@akhyarrayhka4048 4 жыл бұрын

Yes its safe

@pieterpauwelbeelaerts5995 3 жыл бұрын

@@akhyarrayhka4048 how can a radioactive lens be safe?

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

@@pieterpauwelbeelaerts5995 The radioactive decay is so minimal that you'd have to practically glue the lens to your open eyeball for years on end for the small amount of radiation to affect any part of your body. Do some research for yourself and you'll find that a banana a day is far more radioactive than using these lenses frequently on the same daily basis.

@filmniyom 4 жыл бұрын

Love 85f1.2l😘

@subirthapa8542 4 жыл бұрын

Hi are the Background rendering the same with both the EF and FD lenses at same Aperture ?

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

If the focal length and aperture are the same, then yes, the bokeh will be the same. This only applies if you are using them on the same size sensor, or are at least comparing them to comparably sized image circles. It's simple mathematics and trigonometry, tbh.

@Sup90210 Жыл бұрын

No. FD and EF are completely different optical designs so the way they render bokeh will be different. There are are many factors especially the number of aperture blades. Sensor size doesn’t matter, any lens will preform the same as you are only changing the FOV. A sensor will not magically change the way a lens renders.

@theenchiladakid1866 Жыл бұрын

If you don't already know old lenses don't have AF and VR you shouldn't be near a camera and should stick to your iphone

@FreshSqueezedLightning 4 жыл бұрын

You left out the part about some being radioactive lol

@richardrichardson5312 4 жыл бұрын

because they have trace amounts of thorium in them

@FreshSqueezedLightning 4 жыл бұрын

Richard Richardson Yes I know. I said he left out that fact

@shooteveryday467 4 жыл бұрын

@@FreshSqueezedLightning Because it's not relevant at all. People only bring it up cause "ooooooooh iTs RaDiOaCtIvE."

@FreshSqueezedLightning 4 жыл бұрын

Shoot Everyday I know the percentages. But radioactive lenses yellow out a lot and it’s obnoxious. The UV treatment isn’t always effective either

@richardrichardson5312 4 жыл бұрын

@@FreshSqueezedLightning Yes. I was just specifying exactly what they have and how much.

@sonvfave 6 жыл бұрын

FUNNY, Its a manual lens, so its FUNNY that you list a con as no af etc.. like its not a crayon, thats right its a lens! haha THANK you for reviewing some nice mf glass... there is so much out there that really could help those willing to go into MF lenses and save big bucks TOO XXOOO thank you

@mattpaulrice 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your thoughtful and kind remarks. You're right that it's a bit redundant to say it's a con for an older manual lens to not have autofocus. Haha! I remember when I first started though, I didn't really know if I needed autofocus or not on my own set of lenses. This feature comes standard on most modern lenses so it may be a bit jarring not to have it if you're used to working with AF.

@sonvfave 6 жыл бұрын

Totally agree I started getting "better" AF pro lenses and found them sitting unused and my attention went to my small few mf lenses, not with few exceptions all are nicer mf primes, just added two nice voigtlanders... what incredible values too, as long as you are willing to adapt to use on a modern camera... even new the voigt 40 1.4 is just over 400$, compare that to poorer performing af loaded lenses.. So, I completely thank you XX a million for your work.. please keep it up!!!

@mattpaulrice 6 жыл бұрын

Great insight! They just don't make them like they used to anymore. I will keep sharing as much useful information as I can about these awesome lenses. Thanks!

@sonvfave 6 жыл бұрын

well, Cosina does, they make ziess and Voigtlander manual still in Japan, its a value issue, if you buy a brand new for E mount voight its about 1100$, but if you get an older model designed for nikon, leica etc.. much much less... I find the older glass designs, and some newer really are amazing in a MF role.. not that I would not shoot a wedding with my 40 1.4 but sports and other action events you really get some benefit with modern AF and the eye tracking features of Sony.. again please keep up all the good work! BRAVO

@ikannunaplays 5 жыл бұрын

I don't use AF even on my EF-S lenses as they don't get the tack sharp focus I can dial in manually.

@bluekarma5202 6 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about to get a Canon FD lense set but I have concerns because I heard that some of them have radioactive glass. What is your thought about it?

@oddmanout4256 6 жыл бұрын

blue karma Unless you sleep with your lenses, the radioactive elements are harmless for standard use.

@photog1529 6 жыл бұрын

Not much to worry about. There is some yellowing that can occur, but if youre using the lens on digital body, the yellow cast can be removed with the white balance adjustment. There are also some remedies to remove the yellowing from the lens...place it in a UV light source, such as a sunny window sill and let the sun do the work (takes a 2-3 weeks) or expose the lens to a man-made UV source (some folks use LED lights to do this).

@DeusExAstra 6 жыл бұрын

The radioactivity on some lenses if low level and wont even penetrate your skin. So as long as you dont crush the lens glass into a powder and then eat it, you'll be fine.

@certs743 6 жыл бұрын

As someone once said unless you get a sudden urge to grind up the glass and snort it up your nose the radiation will not hurt you.

@perthlongboardingsociety321 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt what's focus breathing like on various FD lenses?

@Sup90210 Жыл бұрын

There will always be focus breathing to some degree on all photographic lenses. It’s why they charge so much for cine lenses.

@perthlongboardingsociety321 Жыл бұрын

@@Sup90210 true but some are horrible and some are hard to even notice the breathing

@dflf 4 жыл бұрын

They’re well made, inexpensive and plentiful. What’s not to like?

@daymianmejia5910 3 жыл бұрын

are the FD's full frame?

@dalelasoul8359 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they can cover large format(full frame sensors)

@tonypepperoni229 3 жыл бұрын

75% of the FD reviews I see on FD are reviewing with fungus or haze LOL so obviously washed out and degraded resolution/sharpness BUT not to say this can't be effective for what you are shooting.. i do have some deliberately unclean lenses and such for a dirty image.. even funnier is when people act like you can't take 30 minutes or so to take the lens apart and get at each side of each element with rubbing alcohol and a q-tip. You can save a fortune. It's that simple to clean fungus and generally clean anything other than a scratch ( which will only be on the outside )... Anyway, I spent about $237 alone on a mint 24mm from Japan... $150 on a clean 100mm and $130 on a fast 50mm F1.4 All SSC and $62 on a 35-100mm zoom and about to get a 80-200 zoom that's a F1.4 ! I didn't want to mess around on things more than like $30 lenses to clean in case but will probably de-click them. Oh and here's something I've learned about lenses after shooting with a bunch of varied vintage on different cameras.... think of it like in Jurassic Park when he says... is it heavy? Then it's expensive put it down. I noticed that lenses with a larger outer element typically produce a "better" image, I think they do with color and geometry is typically superior whereas the smaller outer typically can look more like a camcorder even though it still produces that much more DOF and such... That's what I go for and I try to stay away from rubberized ( unless its rubberized metal of around 1980 ) or the plastic versions. The heavier the better in cinematic imaging... could even have something to do with light reflection in a metal barrel vs scattering in a plastic barrel.. you want the look of large glass go for the lenses with more glass lol. simple.

@jmoss99 Жыл бұрын

Vintage lenses are great. nFDs suck.

@olivermarvin4346 6 жыл бұрын

What follow focus gears were you using on the 28mm?

@mattpaulrice 6 жыл бұрын

I borrowed all of the older 'SSC' lenses from a DP friend. They're used regularly on commercial shoots (as you can probably tell from the visible wear and tear on the outer barrel for some of them). The follow focus he attached to the 28mm is a zip tie follow focus. I can't vouch for how well they work but you can find one version of it here: bit.ly/ziptiefocus

@f1l4nn1m 4 жыл бұрын

To be fair, the cons are the same for all vintage lenses.

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

Finally, someone who gets it.

@BoxingPills 4 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest disadvantages, that few know, is that some of these lenses, especially the ones made in the 70ies might be radioactive. They were unaware of using some radioactive components at the time. Check the web for info .but if you want to he sure ..just do not but

@fash2314 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, can I use these lenses on my A7III with auto focus adapter? Also, could you please let me know where do I get auto focus adapter for vintage lenses?

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

No. FD lenses are fully manual. Unless you use a standalone follow focus system, you'll need to use your hands and best judgement to get best focus.

@fash2314 3 жыл бұрын

@@insanejughead also I have read that they could damage the sensor of the camera. Is this true?

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

@@fash2314 No. Only lenses that project too far behind the lens body can harm sensors, and that would be because they would physically stick into the sensor to a short mounting flange. It's important to know the flange distances of lenses when adapting to digital cameras, especially mirrorless. For example, you cannot mount a PL lens directly to a Canon EOS M, the rear element (glass) of the PL lens would stick through the camera itself. Otherwise, grab a cheap as fuck "dumb" adapter suited to the lens and camera you have, and go shoot some amazing and unique photos and video!

@eltoro8143 6 жыл бұрын

What does "FD" mean? Or "EF"

@jordanhansen9230 6 жыл бұрын

It's the type of mount that the lens attaches to

@PMFL1983 5 жыл бұрын

I have many FD's from my father, so went and got an eos 1 mk2 to test them out but i have a problem with the adaptors t work on my specific camera. Shuter gets stuck, error 01 apears. This is the solution for some folks like me: www.bolland.be/blog/2014/02/13/err-01-canon-eos-lens-adapter/

@QualityFrogBS 4 жыл бұрын

FD lenses are not going to work properly on EF mount SLRs like the EOS 1 because the FD mount has a shorter flange distance than the EF mount. You might be able to physically adapt the connections, but you likely won't get infinity focus because the lens will be farther from the film than intended. Mirrorless digital cameras can use FD lenses because their shorter flange distance permits adding an adapter that places the lens at the correct distance from the sensor, and Canon's mirrorless cameras have an option to permit shooting with lenses that don't communicate with the camera. As to the Err01, that is likely due to the EOS 1 expecting communication back from an EF lens.

@deathcometh61 6 жыл бұрын

For me Ive been looking for a 400mm, 500mm, or 600mm lens for my Sony E mount. Sony is releasing 400mm f2.8...haha...$$$. They have a 100-400mm lens that cost $2500. I can get a bad 500mm Mirror lens for $100. So answer Vintage glass. Tokina 400mm f5.6 for $125. SIGMA lens about $100. Canon fd still $$$. Nikon $$$.

@TheDavveponken Жыл бұрын

I would get a geiger meter to see if they are radioactive

@Ahmadzamil_ Ай бұрын

Unfortunately they are and especially the ssc versions are extremely radioactive literally a portable xray machine

@TheDavveponken Ай бұрын

@@Ahmadzamil_ you are joking with me? :p I've read up on them since my comment and only a few of the fd are, if I remember correctly the 50/1.2L and 35/2

@Ahmadzamil_ Ай бұрын

@@TheDavveponken look i am not an expert so dont take me seriously but i did som research and found out that most of the fd series especially the ssc version contain a high brownish tint to the glass which is a strong indication that it contains radioactive materials

@Ahmadzamil_ Ай бұрын

@@TheDavveponken also they were manufactured between 1960-1970

@Ahmadzamil_ Ай бұрын

@@TheDavveponken the 50/ f1.2 is literally a portable xray machine , that lens is extremely radioactive

@l_ngpham 4 жыл бұрын

I cannot for the life of me find a 35mm FD lens

@Seaotter7 3 жыл бұрын

Check eBay dude! They have a lot on there

@insanejughead 3 жыл бұрын

You meant to say that you can't find one in your price range, right?

@l_ngpham 3 жыл бұрын

@@insanejughead Yeah you're right, it's such a rare find that when I do find one it's absurdly expensive. Do you have any recommendation as an alternative?

@Jail-Left-Wing-Traitors 5 жыл бұрын

do *NOT* but canon FD lenses.. you have been warned !

@paulmailath612 5 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming you meant 'buy' not 'but' - but without reasoning your statement is irrelevant - I've been using FD primes on a professional basis shooting video for over 8 years - they are great lenses

@glebmazur9892 3 жыл бұрын

@@paulmailath612 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/it17gcaQxNKtaJ8.html - great example! Some FDs paired with anamorphic adapters? Looks like kowa or smth? What set do you recommend to have to get best results in own projects? I cant afford s.s.c. aspherical but simple fast s.s.c.`s are OK in price! What about color matching about your vintage lenses?

@Kevin-kc2vu Жыл бұрын

There is no cons,,you children buy canon today because of these lenses,,also in good old days almost 90 percent of you lovely boys couldn't afford them,I know fact hurts..