Canon FD 135mm f/3.5

Needless to explain, you know that this is an entry level lens when you lay your eyes on its maximum aperture of f/3.5.

In 70s - 80s, it is not an easy task to look for a 135mm prime lens which got a smaller maximum aperture.

However, you miss a treasure if you judge Canon FD 135mm f/3.5 by this aspect.

It comes with a fairly good performance compare with its low price.

Canon FD 135mm f/3.5 x Kodak Ektar 100

 There are 2 different versions of 135mm f/3.5 in Canon FD mount history:

the earlier version with a silver ring on the lens tube and the new FD 135mm f/3.5 in black color.

In this article I'm talking about the new Canon FD 135mm f/3.5.

This lens was made in 4 groups 4 elements structure and coated in multiple layers.(S.S.C coating)

It has maximum aperture of 3.5 , minimum aperture of 32 and 1.3m closest focus distance.

Canon FD 135mm f/3.5 x Kodak Ektar 100

There are 3 different 135mm lens in Canon new FD series (another two are 135mm f/2.8 and 135mm f/2.0).

135mm f/3.5 was the earliest one to be discontinued.but make it clear: this is not because its performance was dissatisfied.

Canon discontinued the production of 135mm f/3.5 to increase the selling volume of 135mm f/2.8, which had better profit margin.

All of these factors made it became a forgotten gem in the series of lens.

Canon FD 135mm f/3.5 x Kodak Ektar 100

 

 

 

 In the other way, it was the lightest 135mm lens in Canon new FD series, with only 325g, due to the lesser glasses used.

Load a roll of high speed film, it can be used to shoot whether on the street or in a studio.

The greatest thing is, you can have superb results with a fair price!

If you have limited budget (or you have some more extra budget) , try this and you won't regret.