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General| Lens Mount | Canon FD |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Coverage | 94% |
| Film Rewind | Manual |
| Flash | Hot shoe |
| Flash Sync | 1/60 sec |
| Type | 35mm SLR |
| Shutter Speed | 2 sec to 1/1000 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Manual |
| Metering | Center-weighted average |
| ISO Range | ISO 12 to 3200 |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism |
| Focusing Screen | Fixed |
| Film Advance | Manual |
| Battery | 4LR44 |
| Dimensions | 141 x 87 mm x 48 mm |
| Weight | 575g |
| Shutter | Focal-plane |
Guide to attaching and setting lenses, including AE compatibility.
Steps for installing the battery, checking its status, and loading film.
Learn essential controls, camera handling, and setting film speed.
Overview of Programmed AE and Shutter-speed Priority AE.
How to take a shot, and the process of rewinding film.
Using self-timer, flash photography, and pre-shooting checks.
Detailed battery info and explanation of viewfinder display elements.
Learn focusing techniques and the principles of exposure control.
Guidance on choosing shutter speeds and understanding aperture's role.
Techniques for backlit subjects, non-FD lenses, and close-up photography.
Using flash photography and exploring optional accessories for expanded use.
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