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1. From : Dennis (misterkash@sympatico.ca)
Url : http://www.oyamaphotography.com
Date : 08:19 AM Wednesday 23 February, 2005

JD, SSC = Super Spectral Coating First series of FD type lenses had new multicoating process.

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2. From : JD (joedickerson@cox.net)
Url : http://
Date : 06:10 AM Monday 21 February, 2005

On Canon FD lenses, what does SC or SSC indicate for the lens?

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3. From : JD (joedickerson@cox.net)
Url : http://
Date : 11:40 PM Sunday 20 February, 2005

I have two Canons. One is an F-1 where the ASA goes to 1600 and the other is an F-1 where the ASA goes to 3200. (one purchased in mid 70.s and other purchased early 80,s). Are all FD lens mounts compatible with these cameras. Thanks, Joe Dickerson

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4. From : Martin Epple (martin.epple@bluemail.ch)
Url : http://
Date : 07:50 PM Saturday 19 February, 2005

As many of you F-1 users out there, I am also looking for a dedicated full frame digital back for this camera. I have not found anything and would be grateful for comments/email if anybody has news. It would indeed be a good business to develop and market such a digital back since many people (also professionals!) still use the F-1N System. One additional information: the Kodak Pro Back Plus Digital Magazine for Hasselblad Cameras (16 MP) can be used in combination with the Kapture Group Camera (can be ordered with Canon FD mount!!). This solution is primarily for studio work and allows you at least to use the FD lenses for high quality digital work.

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5. From : Mark Wahlster (awahlster@aol.com)
Url : http://
Date : 10:33 AM Saturday 19 February, 2005

There are three versions of the F-1 not including a number of short run variations. But basically F-1 this camera has a metal wind lever and a top ASA of 2000 with 1600 being the highest shown on the dial. F-1n This camera has a plastic tip on it's wind lever and a top ASA of 3200 Both of these first two versons have a mechanical timer lever on the front of the camera below the shutter button. They both take 1) PX-625 size battery, A Button cell the battery compartment is behind a cover on the bottom of the camera. They both should have 1.35V Mercury batteries or one of the many work arounds.

The last version of the F-1 known as the New F-1 or F-1N or F1N (note the capitol letter N) This camera uses a 6Volt battery in the compartment under the fingure grip it uses a PX-28 size battery of 6 volts Silver Oxide works best. The finish on the body is a Matte Black finish. The long distance tells are Plastic tip or not timer lever or not. Hope this helps you figure out what you have.

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6. From : Andrew Horodysky (am.horodysky@comcast.net)
Url : http://
Date : 10:03 PM Friday 18 February, 2005

Hello, Would anyone know where I might be able to obtain a set of dioptric correction lenses for the Canon F-1N (with AE finder)? Thanks in advance, Andrew Horodysky

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7. From : Dennis (misterkash@sympatico.ca)
Url : http://www.oyamaphotography.com
Date : 07:56 AM Friday 18 February, 2005

David, the two look physically different.
See: http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/classics/canonf1n/index.htm
The New F-1 has a flat black paint while the original F-1 has a glossy finish. The New F-1 offers multiple metering types based on the special ground screen inserted. Offers an Aperture priority with the AE view finder. Offers Shutter priority when used with a winder or motor drive. .... etc if you look at the shutter speed dial ... if it has an "A" setting ... then it is a New F-1.

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8. From : David M (davidmzhou@yahoo.ca)
Url : http://
Date : 04:43 PM Tuesday 15 February, 2005

Dear All, I bought a Canon F-1 from ebay last year. The seller told me it is a F-1n, but I am not sure it is a F-1 or F-1n. Who can tell me what features different are there between them. Thanks. My e-mail address is davidmzhou@yahoo.ca Regards David M

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9. From : MilovanQSmallman (aroc92olim@yahoo.com)
Url : http://
Date : 09:48 AM Wednesday 09 February, 2005

I would like to know some prices of cleaning the f1 in the washington DC metro area

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10. From : Alan Yates (alan.yates@freenet.co.uk)
Url : http://
Date : 12:24 PM Monday 07 February, 2005

I read your comments about your problems with rewinding film on your F-1N, and I think I can shed some light on this. The rewind crank operates with a clutch, and is designed to slip (see “The New F-1 World” published by Canon P.163). This is a safety feature, added to the F-1N, to prevent hair or clothing from being caught and damaging the rewind crank. Apparently, even a photographer’s nose, can get in the way of a fast-spinning rewind knob - especially when using high-speed motor-drives. Perhaps you could look under the crank for obstructions, or have this bit serviced. Bearing in mind that the clutch and/or spring mechanism would have worn a little by now.

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