Lens · prime
Canon FD 200mm f/1.8 L
Canon · 1989
Rare35mm
Canon FD 200mm f/1.8 L: 11 elements in 9 groups, 8 aperture blades, 2.5m minimum focus, 48mm filter thread, 2800g. Canon Camera Museum marketing dates: New FD200mm f/1.8L (November 1989).
- Focal length
- 200mm
- Max aperture
- f/1.8
- Mount
- Canon FD
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 11 / 9
Known for
- Indoor sports
- Low light action
- Portrait with extreme blur
- Professional events
Considerations
- Very heavy (2.8kg)
- Requires robust support
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
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control5, level 5 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Legendary extreme blur
Rendering: Unique ultra-fast telephoto look
Colour: Neutral, accurate
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Weight stress on mounts
- Front element scratches
- Focus mechanism wear
Buying guide
Check all elements and mechanisms carefully.
Specifications
| Mount | Canon FD |
| Focal Length | 200mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 8 |
| Min Focus | 2.5m |
| Filter Size | 48mm |
| Weight | 2800g |
Optical design
| Formula | Telephoto |
| Elements | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
| Coating | SSC (Canon) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £2500 - £5000
- Mint
- ~£7000
Indicative, no dated source.