It is indeed a sad state to see the FD mount New Canon F-1 has to retired from service this way; it cannot even enjoy potential benefit to utilize the more advance electronic EF mount as with the EOS users back in 1986. As a detaching system users, you may use this site for common support and sharing mutual knowledge or experiences among yourself. Ihope this convenience provided can be of useful to all of you who still owned this great piece of manual focus SLR. You may use this message board as a guestbook for the camera. Enjoy.

1. From : Lance (suelan111@aol.com)
Url : http://
Date : 07:33 AM Thursday 23 May, 2002

I own an original CANON F-1 (bought it from a professional photographer in the late 70's). Used it sporadically to this day but recently the ratchet mechanism on the film advance broke. Any suggestions on getting hold of this assembly? Any hints as to how to fix it? Would a motor drive for film advance bypass the ratchet? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

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2. From : Pablo (pgonzal1@bellsouth.net)
Url : http://
Date : 09:36 AM Friday 17 May, 2002

Hi, I need a battery door for my F-1N. Does anybody have one for sale or know where I can get one? Thanks, Pablo

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3. From : Merlin (merlin230680@yahoo.co.uk)
Url : http://
Date : 09:31 PM Wednesday 15 May, 2002

I am trying to decipher the serial number on a Canon Ftb circa 1973. Whats the earliest serial number on a Canon Ftb anyone has heard of in private hands. Is there a website with serial numbers for Canon SLRs of the 70s. Thanks Merlin

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4. From : Don Boyd (donaldboyd@rcn.com)
Url : http://
Date : 06:41 PM Wednesday 15 May, 2002

Just got a Canon Diopter R +3 for my F-1n (second generation). How do I install this critter? Is it simply screwed on OVER TOP the existing optic in the eyepiece (after removing the outer ring) or must that internal optic be removed? Shipman's book is silent which leads me to believe even my ham-fisted installation would work out. Appreciate your time. Don Boyd

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5. From : Bob (bmcguire@amsweb.com)
Url : http:/www.cnn.com
Date : 11:30 AM Saturday 11 May, 2002

I've got the orginal Canon F1 with a booster T finder and Power Winder A. I'm considering purchasing a Servo EE finder, but am a little confused on the battery pack. Can anyone give me the actual name for the 12v pack, or if anyone has the EE finder, does it actully need an external power supply to run? Thanks for any assistance. Bob email to w1ti@attbi.com or bmcguire@amsweb.com

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6. From : John Poster (poster88@yahoo.com)
Url : http://
Date : 12:53 AM Tuesday 07 May, 2002

Can the foam which seals the film door be replaced? How do I find a qualified person to replace this foam? Also, the foam on the mirror is broken down, can this foam/damper be replaced? Thank you.

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7. From : Mark Rowe (mrowe@up.net)
Url : http://www.up.net
Date : 10:33 PM Tuesday 30 April, 2002

I own a Canon F-1 and am looking for a reputable repair faciltiy. please advise. Mark

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8. From : Lindy (adkinstone@earthlink.net)
Url : http://
Date : 02:35 AM Monday 29 April, 2002

Jeff, The F-1 started with serial number 100001. L is the year code. First digit(s) is month. The last letter is factory location code. Your F-1 was built September 1971. I cannot decipher the location codes. The 1.5v battery is fine to use without any problems. But, to compensate for the extra output you need to set the camera film speed at half of the film you are using. If you use 200 speed film set your camera at 100. 800 film is set at 400, ect. Lindy

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9. From : Jeff (rcstuff@aol.com)
Url : http://
Date : 02:43 PM Sunday 28 April, 2002

Hi all, I have an original F-1 non (n) (no plastic on the winding lever) I got maby 12 years ago and I was wondering if anyone knows what serial # the F-1 started production with. And if anyone can tell me when the camera was made. The Serial # is 125835 and the hard to read paint or stamp mark in the film compartment is or looks like L914C. The 9,4 and C look pretty obvious but the L and 1 may be something els. I am currently changing the mirror cussion and I am going to try and build a small regulator or something so I can
use a 1.5v battery. Thanks for any help Jeff

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10. From : Merlin (merlin230680@yahoo.co.uk)
Url : http://
Date : 12:48 AM Friday 26 April, 2002

Email still inoperable All answers to questions about olive green F1 to new email adress merlin230680@yahoo.co.uk Thanks Merlin

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