Overview

The Canon FL 200mm f/3.5 (II) is a telephoto lens with 7 elements in 5 groups and an 8-blade aperture (f/3.5-22). Its key improvement over the Type I is a built-in retractable lens hood. Optically, both versions are described as "great lenses" with little performance difference. Build quality is solid, weighing 680g with 58mm filter threads; the lens uses stop-down metering via a button. It suits vintage Canon FL mount users seeking a compact, affordable 200mm prime, though neither version is rare or expensive.