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Rent NowThe Canon 35-70mm f/2.8-3.5 S.S.C. is a landmark vintage manual-focus standard zoom lens engineered for Canon’s FD breech-lock camera bodies. Notable for being Canon’s first constant/fast aperture standard zoom of its era, it features an advanced optical formula treated with Super Spectra Coating (S.S.C.) to suppress flare and maximize color fidelity. Utilizing a precise two-touch design with separate controls for zoom and focus, it covers versatile focal lengths from environmental wide-angle to classic portrait perspectives. Built with a robust all-metal barrel and a classic breech-lock mount, it offers a high-quality tactile experience for vintage 35mm film shooters and adapted mirrorless setups.
Key Features & Specifications
* Versatile 35-70mm Focal Range: Spans essential focal lengths from wide-angle for landscapes to short telephoto for portraiture and everyday shooting.
* Fast f/2.8-3.5 Aperture Range: Provides excellent light-gathering performance and depth-of-field control compared to standard kit zooms.
* Two-Touch Mechanical Design: Features independent, dedicated rings for focal length adjustment and manual focusing for accurate control.
* Canon Super Spectra Coating (S.S.C.): Multicoated optics enhance contrast, maintain true color rendition, and minimize ghosting.
* Classic Breech-Lock FD Mount: Native compatibility with vintage Canon SLR bodies (such as the F-1, FTb, AE-1, and A-1) and easily adaptable to digital mirrorless systems.
* Heavy-Duty All-Metal Construction: Precision metal mechanical barrel built for professional-tier durability.
Condition, Included Accessories & Notes
Optical elements exhibit internal fungus growth and internal haze, which will cause reduced contrast and soft image rendering.
