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Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Camera with 50mm f/1.8 FD Lens (Refurbished)

Name: Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Camera with 50mm f/1.8 FD Lens (Refurbished)
Brand: Canon
SKU: CACLAE1P
Price: 399.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Key Features

For Students and Film Beginners
Program, Manual & Shutter-Priority Modes
Manual Focus
Center-Weighted Average & TTL Metering

The Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Camera improves upon the electronic sophistication of the AE-1 by introducing a Program Mode that automatically sets both the camera's shutter speed and aperture. This refurbished edition comes with a 50mm f/1.8 FD manual focus lens, making it an ideal option for students and film beginners.

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Canon AE-1P Overview

Easy to use and reliable as well, the AE-1 and its family of cameras went on to become one of the most successful camera designs in history. The AE-1 Program is a very straightforward manual focus SLR that also offers shutter-priority auto exposure with manual override. It is compatible with the full line of Canon FD-mount manual focus lenses.

Classic, auto-exposure manual focus SLR

Program AE, Shutter-Priority AE, and Manual exposure control

Rugged construction

Accepts optional Canon Power Winder A for motorized film advance

Compatible with vast array of Canon FD-mount lenses

EAN: 3760258382101

Canon AE-1P Specs

Key Specs

Lens Mount	Canon FD
Film Format	35mm
Focal Length	50mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/1.8 Minimum: Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Speed	1/1000 to 2 Seconds
ISO/ASA Film Speed Options	12 to 3200
Type	Optical
Flash	No
Battery	4x LR44 (Included)
Weight	1.2 lb / 550 g (Body Only) 1.6 lb / 730 g (With Lens Attached)

Item Type	1x 35mm Film Camera with 50mm Lens
Lens Mount	Canon FD
Film Format	35mm
Frame Format	Standard 35mm

Kit Lens

Focal Length	50mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/1.8 Minimum: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Exposure Control

Shutter Type	Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter Speed	1/1000 to 2 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode	Bulb Mode
Self-Timer	10-Second Delay
Exposure Modes	Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Metering Range	1 to 18 EV
ISO/ASA Film Speed Options	12 to 3200

Viewfinder

Type	Optical
Magnification	Approx. 0.83x

Flash

Flash	No
Maximum Sync Speed	1/60 Second
Non-Shoe Flash Connection	PC Sync Port

General

Battery	4x LR44 (Included)
Cable Release Socket	Yes
PC Terminal	Yes
Film Winding	Manual (Motorized via Non-Included Winder)
Tripod Mounting Thread	1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions	5.6 x 3.5 x 1.9" / 141 x 88 x 47.5 mm (Body Only)
Weight	1.2 lb / 550 g (Body Only) 1.6 lb / 730 g (With Lens Attached)

Packaging Info

Package Weight	2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.4 x 6.2 x 5.8"

Canon AE-1P Reviews

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Can I use existing EF (digital) mount lenses???

Asked by: Douglas

The Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Camera with 50mm f/1.8 FD Lens (Refurbished) uses FD-mount lenses, so EF-mount lenses cannot be used.

Answered by: Elliot A

Date published: 2025-12-24

can I use EF (digital body) lenses with AE-1??

Asked by: Douglas

The Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Camera with 50mm f/1.8 FD Lens (Refurbished) (B&H# CACLAE1P) will not accept Canon EF mount lenses.

Answered by: Yoni S

Date published: 2025-12-23

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