Lens · zoom
Canon FD 35-105mm f/3.5
Canon · from 1981
Vintage35mm
Canon FD 35-105mm f/3.5: 15 elements in 13 groups, 5 aperture blades, 1.5m minimum focus, 72mm filter thread, 600g. Canon Camera Museum marketing dates: New FD35-105mm f/3.5 (April 1981).
- Focal length
- 35-105mm
- Max aperture
- f/3.5
- Mount
- Canon FD
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 15 / 13
Known for
- Travel
- Events
- Photojournalism
- General photography
Considerations
- f/3.5 limits low light
- Heavier than simpler zooms
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)4, level 4 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: Smooth zoom blur
Rendering: Clean, versatile
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Versions
New FD
1981-1989
All-black
New FD only
Constant f/3.5 aperture; 15 elements in 13 groups.
Common issues
- Zoom mechanism wear
- Focus ring issues
- Internal dust
Buying guide
Check zoom smoothness and focus accuracy; the design has 15 elements, so inspect the glass carefully.
Specifications
| Mount | Canon FD |
| Focal Length | 35-105mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 5 |
| Min Focus | 1.5m |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Weight | 600g |
Optical design
| Formula | other |
| Elements | 15 |
| Groups | 13 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £80 - £150
- Mint
- ~£200
Indicative, no dated source.