Fast prime portrait lens for Canon FD mount cameras.
The Canon FD 100mm f/2 is a fast short telephoto prime for the Canon FD bayonet mount, providing a portrait perspective with an unusually fast f/2 aperture. Canon's FD lens range (1971–1987) was produced for the F-1, A-1, AE-1, and related SLR cameras, and the 100mm f/2 was a professional-grade portrait and event lens.
100mm focal length, f/2 maximum aperture (fast for a 100mm lens), Canon FD bayonet mount, S.S.C. (Super Spectra Coating), manual focus.
The FD 100mm f/2 is one of the most sought-after Canon FD lenses for portrait photography, delivering smooth bokeh at f/2 and excellent sharpness from f/2.8. The f/2 aperture provides more subject separation than the more common f/2.8 designs. Widely adapted to mirrorless cameras (via FD-to-EF-M or FD-to-Sony E adapters) for portrait work.
Inspect for fungus, haze, and coating condition. Test the aperture blades at f/2 for cleanliness — fast aperture blades are more susceptible to oil contamination. Check FD bayonet engagement and the chrome ring (FD mount uses a chrome breech-lock ring). Test focus helicoid smoothness.