Canon A series Part 1: Canon AE1

The amazing Canon AE1 is probably the most popular film camera in the world. This video explains everything you need to know about the camera.

[reciprocal]

I still have my AE1 bought new in the early 80s and all my FD lenses. It started my career as a photographer. Funny in what's old is new again.

[tsbrownie]

I worked at a camera store back then. Canon is good. Nikon of course, the Nikkormat is cheap and available. The Olympus OM-1 is small and light. I'd avoid the OM-2. Pentax screw mounts aren't worth it at any price. The big format cameras and twin lens reflexes are fun (Mamiya RB, Yashica, Rolleiflex, ....) Remember, like a fine mechanical watch, old cameras had to be serviced every few years to avoid damage. And NEVER point them at the sun, even for an instant. Enjoy!

[okaro]

A-1 was less popular as it was more expensive. Canon made also AV-1 which was pure aperture priority, no manual option at all besides 1/60 s.

[ALFarrell-kvok]

How beautiful the old SLRs and rangefinders are. I lost my interest in photography when digital cameras took over and films and developing them became harder to find. I feel like I'm using a photocopier or Xerox machine with digital cameras.

[Menacex]

I currently have one and it was thrifted, I need to buy batteries hoping it works!

[Heyybritt]

Will canon AB-47 automatic flash work ? I know the manual doesn’t mention this but I am wondering as it came with the purchase of the camera! Ty!!!

[georgecchouchlias]

Ποια ειχα την Α-1την Α-V1 την ΑΕ-1η την ΑF-1;