Canon FD macro prime with flat-field correction, quality close-up optics at affordable FD-system pricing.
The Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro is a true macro lens for the Canon FD mount achieving 1:2 magnification without accessories and 1:1 with the dedicated Canon extension tube. The 50mm focal length provides a standard perspective for general photography alongside its specialised macro capability.
The optical design is optimised for close-range performance with flat-field correction for sharp reproduction of flat subjects like documents and stamps. The Canon FD optics deliver excellent macro sharpness that reveals detail invisible to the naked eye, and general photography performance at infinity is also very good.
Build quality is solid Canon FD with an all-metal barrel and the extended focusing helicoid for close-range travel. Both breech-lock and New FD versions exist, with the New FD bayonet version being more convenient to use. The compact dimensions maintain FD-system portability.
The Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro offers excellent macro capability at affordable used prices. The combination of Canon FD optical quality, flat-field correction, and compact design makes it a practical macro lens for film photography and adapted digital use.