Lens · prime
Canon FD 14mm f/2.8 L
Canon · from 1982
Rare35mm
Canon FD 14mm f/2.8 L: 14 elements in 10 groups, 6 aperture blades, 0.25m minimum focus, 490g. Canon Camera Museum marketing dates: New FD14mm f/2.8L (July 1982).
- Focal length
- 14mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Canon FD
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 14 / 10
Known for
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Astrophotography
- Extreme perspectives
Considerations
- No front filter thread
- Bulbous front element
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: N/A for ultra-wide
Rendering: Extreme perspective with rectilinear correction
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Front element damage
- Focus ring wear
- Coating scratches
Buying guide
Check the front element carefully; there is no front filter thread to protect it.
Specifications
| Mount | Canon FD |
| Focal Length | 14mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 6 |
| Min Focus | 0.25m |
| Weight | 490g |
Optical design
| Formula | Retrofocus |
| Elements | 14 |
| Groups | 10 |
| Coating | SSC (Canon) |
| Special | Aspherical element |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £600 - £1100
- Mint
- ~£1500
Indicative, no dated source.