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Canon FD 200mm f/4 S.S.C.
Canon · 1973-1989
Canon's affordable 200mm telephoto. Lighter than the f/2.8 while still delivering good optical quality. Built-in hood and tripod mount add practicality.
Known for
- Wildlife
- Sports
- Nature
- Budget telephoto
Considerations
- f/4 limits low light
- 6 aperture blades
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control4/5
Distortion Control5/5
Bokeh: Smooth telephoto
Rendering: Clean, sharp
Color: Neutral
Versions
FD (breech-lock)
1973-1979
Chrome nose ring
Classic design
New FD
1979-1989
All-black
Updated mount
The budget 200mm option. Lighter and more affordable than the f/2.8. Built-in hood and tripod mount.
Common Issues
- Hood mechanism
- Tripod mount
- Focus wear
Buying Guide
Common and affordable. Check hood and tripod mount. Good budget telephoto option.
Specifications
MountCanon FD
Focal Length200mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/32
Aperture Blades6
Min Focus2.5m
Filter Size55mm
Weight530g
Optical Design
FormulaTelephoto
Elements5
Groups4
CoatingSSC (Canon)
Pricing
£50 - £100
Typical used price
Mint: ~£140
Good value telephoto
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFMicro Four Thirds
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