Canon's FD-mount 28mm wide prime — classic manual-focus design for Canon film SLRs.
The Canon FD 28mm f/2.8 is a manual-focus wide prime for Canon FD-mount film cameras, released approximately 1979. Seven elements in 7 groups with S.S.C. (Super Spectra Coating). Six aperture blades. 55mm filter thread. At approximately 170g. 0.30m MFD. Manual focus.
Seven elements in 7 groups (S.S.C. coating). Six aperture blades. The 55mm filter thread. At approximately 170g. Minimum focus distance of 0.30m. Manual focus only. f/2.8 maximum aperture. Full-frame coverage. Canon FD mount.
The FD 28mm f/2.8 was a compact, affordable wide prime for Canon AE-1, A-1, and F-1 users: the S.S.C. coating reduced flare in backlit and contrasty conditions compared to earlier SC-coated versions. The 28mm perspective on 35mm film provides a moderate wide-angle useful for environmental, architectural, and reportage work. Manual focus with distance scale.
On the used market the Canon FD 28mm f/2.8 is affordable as a vintage wide prime. Condition checks: focus helicoid smoothness, 55mm front element for marks, aperture blades for oil. Manual focus only. Canon FD mount — not compatible with EF/RF without optical adapter.