Canon FTb QL Lens... Where to buy one from!

[Caitlin Morgan]

Hey guys!
I'm new to TalkPhotography and really need some help. Basically my Grandad bought me a few weeks ago a vintage camera bag and only realized when he got home that there was a Canon FTb camera inside (bargain for £2). Anyways I only have the body of the camera and I am finding it really hard to find a lens for the camera. A lot of adapters keep popping up but I don't know what lens fits what. If you could help me out I would be really thankful.

Caitlin!

 

[Peter B]

Hi Caitlin

This camera has the Canon FD lensmount and there should be plenty cheap lenses available at secondhand shops and on eBay, but you can also put an ad in the Wanted section on this site and I'm sure you'll get something. There's more info at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canon_FTb and you'll get a manual at the butkus site http://www.butkus.org/chinon/canon/canon_ftb/canon_ftb.htm

Have fun!

 

[Musicman]

Yes, you don't need to use adapters; any FD lens will work an FTb. The older breechblock versions are more period-correct for the body, but later FDn bayonet fit lenses will work equally well.

You could try Ffordes as they carry a wide selection or keep an eye on the forum classifieds here if/when you gain access.

A 50mm f/1.8 would be a good, cheap place to start.