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    Canon FD 35 mm f/ 3.5
    Canon FD 35 mm f/ 3.5

    Canon FD 35 mm f/ 3.5

    35mm · f/3.5

    Overview

    The Canon FD 35mm f/3.5 is a compact, lightweight prime lens with good resolution and contrast wide open, producing decently sharp images (Chase Hagen). Optical quality improves at f/5.6 and above, where sharpness is quite good and chromatic aberration nearly disappears. However, it suffers from extreme flaring (Chase Hagen) and noticeable barrel distortion (Chase Hagen). Build quality is basic but solid; the lens is very light and easy to handle. It is best suited for photographers who prioritize compactness and stopped-down performance over speed and low-light capability.