For that money, you could buy an actual lens for your real camera. The type of lens mount is called the canon fd which was introduced in 1971 and used on various canon models until 1987. Canon ftb ql canon 50mm f1 4 lens ebay film camera, slr film. But if you talk about the nikon em, that was another story. Oct 22, 2019 the canon ftb is from 1971 and the lens mount it uses is an older model than the current modern canon lens cameras. It was made to accept fl series lenses, but in 1971 when canon introduced the ftb and f1, ft series lenses were introduced for those cameras and later the new ft. This lens is ideal for street photography, candids, and portraits. This is the first time a ttl camera has been capable of such astonishing performance. Ft ql was introduced in march 1966, a year after the pellicle mirrored canon pellix.
Canon fx 1964, canon fp 1964, canon pellix 1965, canon ft ql 1966, canon pellix ql 1966, and canon tl 1968. Jul 07, 2011 a new slr adapter for iphones 3 and 4 is out from online photography shop photojojo the kit includes a case for your iphone, uv filter and lens adapter for either canon or nikon lenses. So, it sounds like even though i will lose some of the. It was one of the most complex mechanical camera designs, which had minimal electronics in.
Jul 07, 2011 an iphone slr mount for canon and nikon lenses. If you already have one or a bunch of nikon or canon lenses you most likely already have a dslr camera. Theres no pesky threading of the film into the takeup spool. So, it sounds like even though i will lose some of the functions, the little cost of an adapter would be worth it. Also a slide copier and adapters to use the ftql with my telescope. Adapter puts nikon and canon lenses on iphone wired.
However it differs from the pellix models, having a normal quickreturn reflex mirror and offering stopdown ttl metering. It was introduced alongside the professionallevel canon f1 and was intended for advance amateur use. The ftb ql was a single lens reflex slr 35mm film camera with a horizontally travelling clothcurtain focalplane shutter manufactured by the canon corporation of japan in 1971. Sep 20, 20 i found this gorgeous canon ft ql at the local auction house and it was l o v e.
Also a slide copier and adapters to use the ft ql with my telescope. In fact it is very similar to canon ft with the difference that it uses the canon fd mount lenses, allowing it to use fd lenses and the older fl lenses the ql badge on the front denotes canons quick load system. The internal light meter no longer works, but everything else functions as it should. As of 2012, the 1v is the current model of canon professional film cameras. I found this gorgeous canon ft ql at the local auction house and it was l o v e. It was an improved version of the ft ql, which had many of the advanced features of the f1 such as full aperture metering. It has quite a cultfollowing among canon fdlens afficianados. Photojojo is selling an adapter for the iphone that allows you to mount canon ef and nikon fmount lenses. Can the triplelens iphone 11 pro really replace your camera. While the ftql accepts all of those just fine, all those later cameras after 1971 that were made for ft lenses dont work that great with fl series lenses. Jul 12, 2011 the iphone slr mount from photojojo is essentially a phone case that acts as an adapter for either nikon fmount or canon efmount lenses although its not compatible with canon efs or fd lenses. Aug 02, 20 your lenses are compatible with canon flmount camera bodies.
The ae1 is a far more capable camera that was designed for fd lenses and full aperture metering signals, and also uses a currently available battery. Search for the app by name in the itunes store, and choose it from the search results by clicking its icon. The ft ql features canons fl lens mount, which had been introduced a couple years earlier. The canon ftb was introduced by canon in march 1971. Canon eos m50 mirrorless camera two lens kit with efm 1545mm f3.
In this episode we take a look at one of my all time favorite cameras. Oct 23, 2002 it was made to accept fl series lenses, but in 1971 when canon introduced the ft b and f1, ft series lenses were introduced for those cameras and later the new ft. It has a canon fl lens mount compatible with the large range of. Canon lens guru will install on your iphone or ipod touch next time you sync your device with your pc or mac. Every conceivable type of photography becomes possible when different lenses are employed. Shoot stunning photos of people, pets, travel scenery, landscapes, architecture, selfies and more. I have an old canon ae1 and just purchased a canon eos rebel t2i. Feb 16, 20 canon ft ql 35mm camera canon fl 50mm f1. The lightmeasuring range of the newly developed canon ft ql has been extended from a low of ev 3. The canon ftb ql, an fd mount manual focus and manual exposure 35mm slr film camera targeted for the consumer market, was launched in 1971 as a replacement for the canon ft ql. It is a midrange mechanical 35mm slr designed to use the fdfitting lenses from the canon f1 range. The ft ql is a bit too vintage to compare with the ae1. For almost two benjamins, you can get an iphone case with either canon or nikon mounts built in, allowing you to attach all your lenses to the case no matter how obscenely large they might be.
In the modern world of digital cameras using a film camera can seem difficult and overwhelming, but the quality and look that they produce will impress others. It isnt a great current choice for active fd photography. Apple is touting the iphone 11 pro as a replacement for a traditional camera. For the oldskool cam at the same period, the canon ftb andor the ftb ql was more easier to use than the nikomatnikkormat ftftn. Canon s system of dslrs, lenses and accessories empower you with the creative flexibility to make incredible images and movies. Become part of our fun community, share your fantastic photos with friends and read the latest photography tips, news and features. One thats never been serviced may have one or more of the following problems.
The canon ft ql is a high quality, wellmade camera. Alternatively, download canon lens guru from itunes on your pc or mac. The iphone slr mount from photojojo is essentially a phone case that acts as an adapter for either nikon fmount or canon efmount lenses although its not compatible with canon efs. The camera featured the fl mount, and could thus be used with fl mount and fd mount lenses though fd lenses needed to be stopped down for metering like fl lenses. You lay the films leader across the camera until it reaches a red mark on the body, and close the door. While the ft ql accepts all of those just fine, all those later cameras after 1971 that were made for ft lenses dont work that great with fl series lenses. Shop 42nd street photo online 247 or visit our new york city camera store for the best prices on digital cameras, camcorders, audio and video electronics. In other words, with the iphone slr mount you can get real shallow depthoffield or even tiltshift effects provided you own the right lenses. The canon ftb is a manual focus slr that was introduced by canon, inc. Discover a huge range of cameras, lenses, accessories and films to experiment with.
The canon ft ql slr camera manufactured in japan and introduced by canon in 1966. Shooting on an iphone 101 it will give context and info it cant be compared to an dslr since it has no mirror but a mirrorless it can. The ft can also operate the later canon fd series lenses in stopdown mode, but the earlier r series has a different lens aperture mechanism and cannot be used, although the bayonet fitting is similar. While originally sold as a consumer slr, it is more solid and far smoother than most dslrs of any price today. It features a canon fd lens mount, and is also compatible with canons earlier flmount lenses in stopdown metering mode. However, they were all produced from 1966 through 1970, making them over 40 years old. Canon ft ql a vintage slr film camera circle of pine trees.
Unlike the pellix models, however, the ft ql had a normal quickreturn reflex mirror which could be locked in the up position and offered stopdown ttl metering. Battery 1px625 canon ftql battery 625first produced in 1966. Well, if youre willing to mount a canon or nikon lens on the backside of your phone, its now possible. The meter switch is the switch marked on off c around the rewind crank. It features a canon fd lens mount, and is also compatible with canon s earlier flmount lenses in stopdown metering mode. Canon ft ql wikipedia, the free encyclopedia the canon ft ql is a 35mm singlelens reflex camera introduced by canon of japan in march 1966. Canon ftb ql 35mm slr film camera body only for sale online ebay. The nikon em doesnt have the shutter speed control like the ae1. The canon ft ql is a 35mm singlelens reflex camera introduced by canon inc. Your lenses are compatible with canon flmount camera bodies.
The ft ql belongs to the family of slrs that were designed around canons shortlived fl breechlock lens mount which lasted from 1964 until the the fd mount. So, needless to say, i put a bid in and then crossed my fingers, and waited. Compatible with all canon fd mount lenses maximum aperture ttl metering matchneedle exposure adjustment supports stop down ttl metering for fl lenses amazon app. The introduction was alongside the canon f1, the first professionalgrade slr system from canon, which came with a fanfare of accessories and interchangeable parts. For further details see delivery estimates in cart. There might be adapters available for you to shoot those lenses on any number of other cameras, too. You cannot skip the lenses when you mentioned a camera body. Will the lenses from my old 1969 canon ft ql 35mm camera work with the 300d. The canon ftb is from 1971 and the lens mount it uses is an older model than the current modern canon lens cameras. The canon ftb is a very well thoughtout mechanical manualfocus and manualexposure 35mm slr.
Battery 1px625 canon ft ql battery 625first produced in 1966. Canon ft ql a vintage slr film camera circle of pine. It has a canon fl lens mount compatible with the large range of fl series lenses. For the oldskool cam at the same period, the canon ftb andor the ftb ql was more easier to use than the nikomatnikkormat ft ftn. I have an old canon ftb and several high quality fd lenses.
Canon lens guru will install on your iphone or ipod. The canon ft ql accepts as many as 22 different types of lenses. It was a solid, welldesigned camera that has withstood the test of time. Jul 07, 2011 well, if youre willing to mount a canon or nikon lens on the backside of your phone, its now possible. Crafted from aircraftgrade aluminum and premium optical glass for durability and clarity.
This camera was made in spring of 1966 51 years ago and stayed in production until 1972 when its. I realize that they would not autofocus but i have a nice 50mm f1. View and download canon ft ql instructions manual online. And the ae1 was more modern and more sophisticated than the ftb.
Canon ftb ql canon 50mm f1 4 lens ebay slr film camera, the magicians. Canons system of dslrs, lenses and accessories empower you with the creative flexibility to make incredible images and movies. Launched alongside the topoftheline f1, the ftb was the massmarket camera in the range. The canon ftb is a 35 mm singlelens reflex camera manufactured by canon of japan from march 1971 replacing the canon ft ql. A new slr adapter for iphones 3 and 4 is out from online photography shop photojojo the kit includes a case for your iphone, uv filter and lens adapter for. Will the lenses from my old 1969 canon ftql 35mm camera work with the 300d.
Apr 23, 2020 the canon ftb ql, an fd mount manual focus and manual exposure 35mm slr film camera targeted for the consumer market, was launched in 1971 as a replacement for the canon ft ql. An iphone slr mount for canon and nikon lenses fstoppers. With lenses for beginners, advanced, and professional photographers, the everincreasing sophistication of digital cameras and optics has opened up a whole new world of creative possibilities for everyone from. So when you have this in place, you have a piece of glass over the.
Compatible with all canon fdmount manual focus lenses totally manual camera have a question. Canon ftb ql slr manual focus film camera body only. The ql in the ft qls name stands for canons quick load system. To put a lens back on, line the two red dots together and turn right on the bayonet ring until the red dots are perpendicular. Disassembling, cleaning of diaphragm blades and assembling duration. The bolt position is for use with certain flashes, lenses and an adapter to calculate the aperture to use with flash dependant on focused distance and the flashs guide number. Ok so not that im complaining, but i ordered this camera that clearly says its the ft ql model with no lens, but i received a camera that was the ftb ql model with a toufive star 75200mm zoom lens, a strap and a film roll case. How to use a canon ftb ql 35mm camera with pictures wikihow.