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Rent NowCanon T70 35mm SLR Film Camera Body
Historic Computerized Masterpiece Tested & Fully Operational / No Lens or Body Cap
Introduced as a groundbreaking leap forward in analog design, the Canon T70 was one of the first 35mm SLR cameras to introduce computerized microprocessors, multi-pattern metering choices, and streamlined push-button operations. Combining an affordable price point with an extensive, forward-thinking feature suite, it quickly became a favorite among field photojournalists and advanced amateurs alike.
This lightweight camera houses a built-in motorized film advance and rewind system, offering modern automated conveniences that most flagship professional cameras of its era lacked. Today, the T70 stands as an exceptional, highly reliable body choice for shooting Canon’s vast and legendary ecosystem of manual-focus FD-mount lenses.
Please note: This camera body has been thoroughly bench-tested and is in 100% full working condition. This listing is for the camera body only (no lens included) and does not include a front body cap.
Key Features & Computerized Film Architecture
Multi-Mode Exposure Automation: Supports high-level shooting flexibility with multi-program Auto Exposure (AE) modes, Shutter-Priority AE for freezing action, and true manual exposure override for full creative control.
Dual Metering Pattern Selection: Features a selective metering mode for critical backlit subjects alongside a standard center-weighted average pattern for general everyday scenes.
Integrated Motorized Drive: Built-in automatic film loading, continuous frame advance tracking, and power-assisted motorized rewinding streamline handling so you never miss a shot.
High-Visibility External LCD: Built with a large, top-deck LCD panel that clearly outputs essential camera telemetry, including your selected exposure program, battery health check, and film frame count.
Vast FD-Mount Compatibility: Fully compatible with Canon’s massive, world-class lineage of manual-focus FD and New FD (nFD) lenses.
Convenient AA Battery Power: Bypasses hard-to-find vintage button cells by running cleanly on two standard, universally available AA alkaline or NiCad batteries.
Item Condition & Diagnostic Notes
Mechanical & Electronic Performance: FULLY TESTED AND WORKING. This camera has been thoroughly checked with batteries and a test roll of film. The internal computer systems initialize perfectly, the top LCD panel displays clear metadata, and the push-button inputs respond instantly. The shutter fires cleanly and accurately across all speeds, the light meter reads values correctly, and the built-in motor drive advances and rewinds film smoothly without binding.
Optical Viewfinder State: The internal fixed pentaprism viewfinder is bright and clean, offering a responsive split-image microprism focusing aid to quickly dial in focus tracking on manual glass.
Cosmetic Presentation: The exterior composite chassis is in overall good operational condition for its age, displaying standard light surface scuffs and typical minor wear from regular handling. The battery compartment door is structurally sound, and the contacts are free of corrosion.
Included Accessories: Camera body only. Please note: This camera does not include a lens or a front plastic body cap.
Technical Specifications
Camera Classification: Microcomputer-Controlled 35mm SLR Film Camera
Lens Mount System: Canon FD / New FD (nFD) Mount Standard
Exposure Modes: Program AE (Standard, Tele, and Wide options), Shutter-Priority AE, Manual
Shutter Mechanism: Vertical-Travel Focal-Plane Electronic Metal Shutter
Shutter Speed Range: 1/1000 sec to 2 seconds, plus Bulb (B)
Exposure Metering Matrix: TTL (Through-The-Lens) Silicon Photodiode (SPD) Dual-Pattern Metering
Film Loading & Drive: Automated Motorized Loading, Advance, and Rewind
Power Requirement: Powered by two standard 1.5V AA batteries
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 5.5 x 3.6 x 1.9 inches / 141 x 92 x 48 mm
Weight: Approx. 18.5 oz / 525 g (Body Only without Batteries)
