Canon’s First AF Lens Review: The Canon FD 35-70mm f/4 AF

Canon Fd 35-70mm

Not the first time we feature a review of the Canon FD 35-70mm f/4 AF. It was the company’s first autofocus lens.

The Canon FD 35-70mm ƒ/4 AF was released in May 1981. Here are the specifications:

Lens Construction (group)8
Lens Construction (element)8
No. of Diaphragm Blades6
Minimum Aperture22
Closest Focusing Distance (m)0.5
Maximum Magnification (x)0.15
Filter Diameter (mm)52
Maximum Diameter x Length (mm)85 x 99.5
Weight (g)604

Christopher Frost posted a neat video review of the Canon FD 35-70mm f/4 AF. Enjoy.