A great camera and one that people overlooked too. The Canon New F-1 is a tank and built to last. It was Canon's first inclusion of weather-proofing in a SLR. The internal circuit board was epoxy coated to repeal water and there are rubber gaskets in some of the body seams. Special lubricants the same used for NASA was used to lubricate the internal parts to handle hot deserts or cold mountains conditions. The backup mechanical speeds are only available if you completely remove the battery. In the battery compartment, one of the terminal post acts as a plunger and as soon as the battery was removed it would extend the post. A clever camera and perhaps one of Canon's best SLR ever made.
when i went in the Air Force in 1985 and got to my first duty assignment and went into the photo lab, i was assigned an F3 nikon and a series of primes. i politely slid the bag back across the counter to the NCOIC and said, "you support the camera with the tech, and ill use my own gear, thank you very much" AE-1, F-1New, and half dozen primes. the ONLY think the F3 had over the Canon was the extended eye-relief on the viewfinder. the Canon required the 'speed finder' that was a bit unwieldy. the different viewfinders did NOT give you shutter speed priority. they give you aperture priority by rotating the SS dial so the pin engages the switch in the small wing that extends from the side of the pentaprism. adding a speed winder or motor drive gave you shutter speed priority
Thanks for the survey. A fellow who influenced me a lot used an F1, very early seventies. He took gorgeous night time city scapes. He really new what he was doing. I had a MIranda Sensorex.
Great review. Late congratulations on your new addition to the family. I've become a dad, so capturing moments that don't provide instant gratification goes hand in hand with parenting. Enjoy your journey and have fun. I'm in dire need of navigating some websites that provide the exact camera you have. some models that I've found, don't indicate the year made.
It is certainly the Canon's best SLR ever made! Very robust, reliable. I bought it in 1983, took it every where in the world, took thousands and thousands pictures whit it and it is always pecfectly fonctional. My best expérience ever with a camera!
Just fantastic, I thank you for making and sharing this! Your genuine style made me stop by your Instagram channel and own site as well. I don't shoot much with mine any more, and when I went to pick it up I got disappointed that the rubber eye mussel had gone stiff/inflexible - and actually broke up with something like a sliced scar :-(. So, I checked out purchasing another one (over at eBay), but at about $80 that's not going to happen. However, in return here's some funny fact(s) that may interest someone like you: The new F-1 was my second camera, and living with the shortcommings of my first one made me raise the bar and rather just save money until I could afford one (back in the early '80s). In order to decide which path to follow, I rented both a Nikon F3 (hp) and this one for a day each. Almost all wheels went oposite routes, so I can't understand how you can enjoy switching back-and-forth between brands/systems/approaches. Anyhow, here is the fact: First I got myself an 85mm (yeah, the 1.2L), then a 35mm (the f/2) and a 200mm (f/2.8). These focal lengths sort of imprinted into my automatic sense of framing and depth, so when I later switched to digital, I re-purchased almost the same optics. Only change is that I swapped out the 200 for a 300, and then supplied with a 20mm. Those focal lengths are just amazing, especially the two first-mentioned ones: The 85 resembles what people see when we focus upon ONE thing/object/face/whatever, while the 35 resembles what we see when we DON'T focus upon any one specific thing, but rather 'gaze' upon/scan the environments surrounding ourselves. Yeah, that's about it from me. Thanks again! :-)
Thanks for checking out my work. I will say the New F1 vs the Nikon F3 HP is a pretty big difference in feel and quality. The canon is much more heavy duty. As for switching between systems and brands, I just love cameras. They inspire me to want to shoot. As I get more into photography and projects however, I do find myself sticking to certain cameras and focal lengths. The 85 is a really nice focal length. I have it for my Nikon f and I love it. I’ve never tried the canon L one. I’ll have to put it on the list. Thanks again for stopping by and taking the time to write!
I used to have the F1New + the motordrive back in the 80s... and I LOOOOOOOOOOVED it !!!! BTW I noticed you also have the small leather flaps protecting the body, same as me... had the same flaps in leather. It was running like clockwork regardless of weather and environment, even though I abused it seriously. It was so solid that it just felt like a lump of solid metal, and all was super quality, from start to finish... I wish I still had it, even if it would just sit on the bookshelf as decoration (because like everyone, I only shoot digital today) 😁
I did not have a good experience with a second hand Canon but I would be tempted to get this one, look like a very good camera. Since it was most likely a pro camera, with all its features and options, I am not surprised to see that it is still very reliable and accurate today
If you purchase the motor drive you get shutter priority. Something the Nikon F3 didn’t have. Found this out in 1986 when I upgraded from a AE1 Program to the F1New. You do get aperture priority with the FN finder but you don’t get the reading in the finder.
Yes the F1 New is very solid Canon made sure it improved this aspect over the original F1 and F1n which were made of very soft brass- finding a well used one without dents is often difficult Nice review 😊
This is the best SLR from Canon ever made and the reason for that I think is because it was actually Canon’s last ever flagship mechanical camera. This is where Canon’s long succession of making mechanical cameras sadly ends, so it’s almost like they wanted to make the greatest mechanical SLR they could. They really over engineered this camera. It’s the best of all the years of experience Canon had making these cameras. Sadly things had to move on after this and it was all plastic and electronics from the mid 80s. They were still producing this camera tho up to the early 90s. I was lucky enough to find a later model made in 1989.
I loved this review! One of my favorite to date! Your genuine enthusiasm comes through. Honestly this is giving me a major case of GAS lol. I also enjoyed the sample photos you showed at the end. One question I had, though: you mentioned the Vivitar lenses. I’ve seen them on eBay before and always wondered what their quality was like. What has been your experience with them?
Thank you! The vivitar lenses are an affordable brand so the quality isn’t going to be great but that being said, the zoom lenses I have I’ve found to be good as well as the soligor.
Hello Aly, It looks like you have a beautiful and happy family :) You will be amazed at how quickly the little one will grow.... too fast !!!!! As for the camera, I started my photographic journey late in life, I'm 71 and about 10 years ago I started with a Fuji XT-1. I now have a few more Fuji's (XE2, XE3, and XT3). I started shooting film three years ago and my stable of film cameras has also blossomed, but, the F1 is the one I reach for every time. I'm 6'3", with big hands and the F1 new just feels good in the hands. I don't know what it is about using film. The whole process takes longer ( I develope my own film) and is not as easy as using the Fuji's and let us not forget it's expensive!!! In reality,, it's a pain in the butt. But, I really enjoy it and I love the slower pace and the results. That's it for now, I see that there is some great morning sun here and I'm going to take advantage of it with some t-max 100 in the F1. Keep up the great videos and all the best to your growing family :) pete
Thanks so much Pete! It’s never too late to get into photography. I have a Fuji Xt4. That’s what I film these videos with. They’re amazing cameras but like you said there’s just something about film.
There were some fantastic cameras built back then! Everything wasn't just injection molded plastic! And the employees of all the large Japanese companies were treated very well, loved their jobs! And took personal PRIDE in the products they made! It's no wonder cameras made 40, 50, even 60 years ago are still working! Doing the job they were designed to do! While my $4,000. electronic "Wonder" gave up the ghost after just over 2 years!!!! Give me "Vintage" gear everytime!
The F-1N was a mix of the old F-1 reputation and durability with the much better automation suite of the A-1 and also a far better and more sensitive light meter system.
Congratulations on the new baby! I liked my Canon New F1 but sold it. It was just too heavy for me, especially with the chrome nose concave 35mm lens. Interestingly, though, I still have a Canon EF, which is just like the F1 but with a fixed prism and shutter priority only. It doesn't seem as heavy to me. And I love my Nikon F2AS, which is no lightweight. You should try the Minolta XD-11 if you get a chance. Beautiful and capable camera (same body as the Leica R5), compact, and fabulous lenses. Just got one, and it may be my favorite.
Thank you Andrew! It is pretty heavy. Especially for an SLR. That’s interesting about the canon EF. I didn’t know that. I was gifted the Minolta XE-7 recently. My first Minolta ever. I really like it so far.
@@AlysVintageCameraAlley here's a video of the actual XD-S I purchased. The XD-S is the Japanese version, while the XD-11 is the U.S. version.ruclips.net/video/l4FCYNN2Qd4/видео.html
Excellent review! I've had the chance to work with both the F-1 and New F-1 and if I had gone Canon with my manual focus kit, a New F-1 is certainly one that I would invest in!
The canon F1n is all METAL cast body and it works with out a Battery and is a well made camera from 1980s the TOP shutter speed for flash photography is ONLY 90sec
I've been eyeing this camera ever since I found out it's the one Peter Parker uses in the Sam Raimi Spider-Man movies, but I'm all set with my Olympus OM-2n. Looks like a great camera, though, and your pictures came out great!
The matte black will eventually wear down to the brass that the camera is made of. This will start to show as a yellow tint usually in areas of heavy use like the grip areas.
I’m not selling mine but it looks like they’re running around $200-300 on eBay right now. Just make sure you ask a lot of questions like does the shutter work at all speeds etc. if you could use my link that would help the channel. Either way Good luck. ebay.us/uMhsuR
Oh yea this one is pretty hefty. Depending on what features you need, you can look into the FE or the Nikkormat line. I’ve never had any of those personally but i know some of them are lighter.
@@farigol_9955 I’ve never had the original F1 so I can’t really say, but from what I’ve heard about the older one, this one is way better and improved.
I bought one years ago for £100. Now they go stupid prices. I used mine alot and exposures were spot on. Then the exposure needle started sticking and my exposures were way off so I stopped using it. It's a very complicated camera to repair and I have alot of experience with many other cameras that I've stripped down but this one I'm not touching. I bought the first version last year and love it.
A great camera and one that people overlooked too. The Canon New F-1 is a tank and built to last. It was Canon's first inclusion of weather-proofing in a SLR. The internal circuit board was epoxy coated to repeal water and there are rubber gaskets in some of the body seams. Special lubricants the same used for NASA was used to lubricate the internal parts to handle hot deserts or cold mountains conditions. The backup mechanical speeds are only available if you completely remove the battery. In the battery compartment, one of the terminal post acts as a plunger and as soon as the battery was removed it would extend the post. A clever camera and perhaps one of Canon's best SLR ever made.
Awesome thanks for the additional info!
when i went in the Air Force in 1985 and got to my first duty assignment and went into the photo lab, i was assigned an F3 nikon and a series of primes. i politely slid the bag back across the counter to the NCOIC and said, "you support the camera with the tech, and ill use my own gear, thank you very much" AE-1, F-1New, and half dozen primes. the ONLY think the F3 had over the Canon was the extended eye-relief on the viewfinder. the Canon required the 'speed finder' that was a bit unwieldy.
the different viewfinders did NOT give you shutter speed priority. they give you aperture priority by rotating the SS dial so the pin engages the switch in the small wing that extends from the side of the pentaprism. adding a speed winder or motor drive gave you shutter speed priority
Thanks for the survey. A fellow who influenced me a lot used an F1, very early seventies. He took gorgeous night time city scapes. He really new what he was doing. I had a MIranda Sensorex.
bought it new in 1981 at Franks' Camera in Highland Park CA. Still using it, never had a problem with it
That’s awesome. Thanks for watching.
Great review. Late congratulations on your new addition to the family. I've become a dad, so capturing moments that don't provide instant gratification goes hand in hand with parenting. Enjoy your journey and have fun.
I'm in dire need of navigating some websites that provide the exact camera you have. some models that I've found, don't indicate the year made.
Thanks so much. I’m not sure about the finding the age of the canon I’m much better at that sort of thing with the older Nikons.
It is certainly the Canon's best SLR ever made! Very robust, reliable. I bought it in 1983, took it every where in the world, took thousands and thousands pictures whit it and it is always pecfectly fonctional. My best expérience ever with a camera!
That’s awesome
🎉congratulations on the bebe! Just subscribed, great video!
Thank you!
Just fantastic, I thank you for making and sharing this! Your genuine style made me stop by your Instagram channel and own site as well. I don't shoot much with mine any more, and when I went to pick it up I got disappointed that the rubber eye mussel had gone stiff/inflexible - and actually broke up with something like a sliced scar :-(. So, I checked out purchasing another one (over at eBay), but at about $80 that's not going to happen. However, in return here's some funny fact(s) that may interest someone like you: The new F-1 was my second camera, and living with the shortcommings of my first one made me raise the bar and rather just save money until I could afford one (back in the early '80s). In order to decide which path to follow, I rented both a Nikon F3 (hp) and this one for a day each. Almost all wheels went oposite routes, so I can't understand how you can enjoy switching back-and-forth between brands/systems/approaches. Anyhow, here is the fact: First I got myself an 85mm (yeah, the 1.2L), then a 35mm (the f/2) and a 200mm (f/2.8). These focal lengths sort of imprinted into my automatic sense of framing and depth, so when I later switched to digital, I re-purchased almost the same optics. Only change is that I swapped out the 200 for a 300, and then supplied with a 20mm. Those focal lengths are just amazing, especially the two first-mentioned ones: The 85 resembles what people see when we focus upon ONE thing/object/face/whatever, while the 35 resembles what we see when we DON'T focus upon any one specific thing, but rather 'gaze' upon/scan the environments surrounding ourselves. Yeah, that's about it from me. Thanks again! :-)
Thanks for checking out my work.
I will say the New F1 vs the Nikon F3 HP is a pretty big difference in feel and quality. The canon is much more heavy duty. As for switching between systems and brands, I just love cameras. They inspire me to want to shoot. As I get more into photography and projects however, I do find myself sticking to certain cameras and focal lengths. The 85 is a really nice focal length. I have it for my Nikon f and I love it. I’ve never tried the canon L one. I’ll have to put it on the list.
Thanks again for stopping by and taking the time to write!
I got my F-1n about a year back. I do love it. Still have my lighter and full auto A-1 for when I want. But I love the beast F-1.
I used to have the F1New + the motordrive back in the 80s... and I LOOOOOOOOOOVED it !!!!
BTW I noticed you also have the small leather flaps protecting the body, same as me... had the same flaps in leather.
It was running like clockwork regardless of weather and environment, even though I abused it seriously.
It was so solid that it just felt like a lump of solid metal, and all was super quality, from start to finish... I wish I still had it, even if it would just sit on the bookshelf as decoration (because like everyone, I only shoot digital today) 😁
I did not have a good experience with a second hand Canon but I would be tempted to get this one, look like a very good camera. Since it was most likely a pro camera, with all its features and options, I am not surprised to see that it is still very reliable and accurate today
If you purchase the motor drive you get shutter priority. Something the Nikon F3 didn’t have. Found this out in 1986 when I upgraded from a AE1 Program to the F1New. You do get aperture priority with the FN finder but you don’t get the reading in the finder.
Thanks for the info. I’ve wanted to try a motor drive.
Yes the F1 New is very solid
Canon made sure it improved this aspect over the original F1 and F1n which were made of very soft brass- finding a well used one without dents is often difficult
Nice review 😊
Thank you
This is the best SLR from Canon ever made and the reason for that I think is because it was actually Canon’s last ever flagship mechanical camera. This is where Canon’s long succession of making mechanical cameras sadly ends, so it’s almost like they wanted to make the greatest mechanical SLR they could. They really over engineered this camera. It’s the best of all the years of experience Canon had making these cameras. Sadly things had to move on after this and it was all plastic and electronics from the mid 80s. They were still producing this camera tho up to the early 90s. I was lucky enough to find a later model made in 1989.
Thanks for the info. That makes sense. They really did seem to throw the kitchen sink into this one lol I love it.
I loved this review! One of my favorite to date! Your genuine enthusiasm comes through. Honestly this is giving me a major case of GAS lol. I also enjoyed the sample photos you showed at the end.
One question I had, though: you mentioned the Vivitar lenses. I’ve seen them on eBay before and always wondered what their quality was like. What has been your experience with them?
Thank you! The vivitar lenses are an affordable brand so the quality isn’t going to be great but that being said, the zoom lenses I have I’ve found to be good as well as the soligor.
Nice shots, Aly. I, too, love my Nikon F, the Apollo version.
Yes the Apollo version is my favorite too
Hello Aly, It looks like you have a beautiful and happy family :) You will be amazed at how quickly the little one will grow.... too fast !!!!!
As for the camera, I started my photographic journey late in life, I'm 71 and about 10 years ago I started with a Fuji XT-1. I now have a few more Fuji's (XE2, XE3, and XT3). I started shooting film three years ago and my stable of film cameras has also blossomed, but, the F1 is the one I reach for every time.
I'm 6'3", with big hands and the F1 new just feels good in the hands. I don't know what it is about using film. The whole process takes longer ( I develope my own film) and is not as easy as using the Fuji's and let us not forget it's expensive!!! In reality,, it's a pain in the butt. But, I really enjoy it and I love the slower pace and the results.
That's it for now, I see that there is some great morning sun here and I'm going to take advantage of it with some t-max 100 in the F1.
Keep up the great videos and all the best to your growing family :)
pete
Thanks so much Pete! It’s never too late to get into photography. I have a Fuji Xt4. That’s what I film these videos with. They’re amazing cameras but like you said there’s just something about film.
I also love the F1 but update your favourites list after trying the FM3 and Olympus 3 and 4Ti.
I will have to look into those!
There were some fantastic cameras built back then! Everything wasn't just injection molded plastic! And the employees of all the large Japanese companies were treated very well, loved their jobs! And took personal PRIDE in the products they made! It's no wonder cameras made 40, 50, even 60 years ago are still working! Doing the job they were designed to do! While my $4,000. electronic "Wonder" gave up the ghost after just over 2 years!!!!
Give me "Vintage" gear everytime!
Yes! I agree 💯
I had heard of the Canon F1 but indeed never of the Canon New F1. I betcha you love it. Looks like a solid piece of pro kit. Cool video Aly!
Thanks Davy.
The F-1N was a mix of the old F-1 reputation and durability with the much better automation suite of the A-1 and also a far better and more sensitive light meter system.
Congratulations on the new baby! I liked my Canon New F1 but sold it. It was just too heavy for me, especially with the chrome nose concave 35mm lens. Interestingly, though, I still have a Canon EF, which is just like the F1 but with a fixed prism and shutter priority only. It doesn't seem as heavy to me. And I love my Nikon F2AS, which is no lightweight. You should try the Minolta XD-11 if you get a chance. Beautiful and capable camera (same body as the Leica R5), compact, and fabulous lenses. Just got one, and it may be my favorite.
Thank you Andrew!
It is pretty heavy. Especially for an SLR. That’s interesting about the canon EF. I didn’t know that. I was gifted the Minolta XE-7 recently. My first Minolta ever. I really like it so far.
@@AlysVintageCameraAlley here's a video of the actual XD-S I purchased. The XD-S is the Japanese version, while the XD-11 is the U.S. version.ruclips.net/video/l4FCYNN2Qd4/видео.html
Excellent review! I've had the chance to work with both the F-1 and New F-1 and if I had gone Canon with my manual focus kit, a New F-1 is certainly one that I would invest in!
Thank you Alex.
Great review, great camera, great photographs.
Thank you
Great video. Thankyou!
The canon F1n is all METAL cast body and it works with out a Battery and is a well made camera from 1980s the TOP shutter speed for flash photography is ONLY 90sec
Thanks for the info
I've been eyeing this camera ever since I found out it's the one Peter Parker uses in the Sam Raimi Spider-Man movies, but I'm all set with my Olympus OM-2n. Looks like a great camera, though, and your pictures came out great!
Thank you 😊
Congratulations y'all.
Stay safe.Peace
Thank you!
The matte black will eventually wear down to the brass that the camera is made of. This will start to show as a yellow tint usually in areas of heavy use like the grip areas.
Thanks for the info
I want to buy one. What do you think a good price is? Want to sell yours?
I’m not selling mine but it looks like they’re running around $200-300 on eBay right now. Just make sure you ask a lot of questions like does the shutter work at all speeds etc. if you could use my link that would help the channel. Either way Good luck.
ebay.us/uMhsuR
MUST HAVE ONE AARRGGHH 😮
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Liked and subscribed.
Thank you 😊
795g (from Wikipedia), that's heavy! I'm looking for something lighter than my Nikon F2. This isn't it then. Although it looks great for what it is.
Oh yea this one is pretty hefty. Depending on what features you need, you can look into the FE or the Nikkormat line. I’ve never had any of those personally but i know some of them are lighter.
@@AlysVintageCameraAlley yup, been eyeing those too but I might settle for a more modern plastic SLR
oh yea you can get a canon EOS Rebel G, for example, light as a feather and a ton of features and lenses.
this one or the old one?
In regards to what?
@@AlysVintageCameraAlley overall
@@farigol_9955 I’ve never had the original F1 so I can’t really say, but from what I’ve heard about the older one, this one is way better and improved.
I could use one of these a few moths back an incredible memorable camera, sadly it was from my ex :(
Sorry to hear that ☹️
Pentax LX......hellooooooooo
I didn’t know of this camera. Had to look it up and it does look similar to the Canon New F1.
I have heard these puppers can be pretty janky.
That’s weird. I’ve only ever heard the opposite of that. But I can say in my experience at least it’s a great reliable camera.
I bought one years ago for £100. Now they go stupid prices. I used mine alot and exposures were spot on. Then the exposure needle started sticking and my exposures were way off so I stopped using it. It's a very complicated camera to repair and I have alot of experience with many other cameras that I've stripped down but this one I'm not touching. I bought the first version last year and love it.
@peter cooper yeah, my friend is a repair tech and he agrees...