My mom bought a AE-1 when it was first released in 1979. She gave it to me last year, shoots like it's new. It truly is one of the greatest cameras of all time.
I have one from 1978. I love it! Just found out yesterday, that if you look on the inside back of the camera, where the film cartridge sits, you can look up the number online, and it tells you the year it was made!
@@grainydaysss i get made fun of for having a corolla with roll down windows, then i take photos im disapointed about and come home to watch some GD videos
I also have been a corolla driver for 6 years. The corolla does what it is supposed to. The AE-1 too; I find it pretty reliable. And after so much years since design-in, it is still a beauty, especially in black (mine is silver....)
My second camera I bought new was the AE1 back in the 70s. I bought it as a backup to my Canon F1 for an upcoming trip to Spain. I shot mostly slide film through it and used a 35mm FD lens for travel. I mounted an 85mm FD lens to the F1 and shot mainly BW film with that. Sadly I lost the AE1 years ago when I lent it to a friend and it subsequently got destroyed when their house flooded during a hurricane. I've since replaced it but haven't shot with it although I probably will now that you've triggered those memories and inspired me. Thanks.
When you said, "Straight from your grandparents' attic"...ouch! I'm old enough to have first purchased my AE1, brand new, back in 1977. I can tell you that it was state-of-the-art back in the day.
God, I love your sarcasm. Absolutely killin it, man. Cheers from the good ol' Poland! Will be following thoroughly. Edit: BTW, a Helios is a 58mm f/2.0 lens, just sayin :)) Although it hates direct sunlight.
This is the third video I've watched from this channel. At first I thought he's trying too hard with the jokes but he gets funnier the more you listen to him. I died when he said "3 basics of photography - iso, shutter speed and disappointment" HAHAHAHAHA subscribed
I used a Canon AE1 Program in the Army. It never let me down. My favorite shots was of a mortar platoon in pitch black. I took the shots through a Aviator's Night Vision Imaging System AN/AVS 6(V)2. I bought the Canon used just for the field.
I have one of these Canon AE-1 cameras that is in need of seal replacement. But in all I never really thought I would fall in love with it. Being that it considered a "beginner" camera it take nice pictures with the right film and set up. That double exposed picture even though by accident looks pretty damn cool. Liked the video on the camera and great pics also.
Great video however i used the AE1 and A1 during my Navy days for recognizance and still this day once in a while for personal and weddings with great results with my FD lenses. Keep up the good work...!!!
Side note: There's actually two types of FD lenses: FD and nFD (new FD) Basically the original FD lenses had a chrome ring near the base, thus dubbed as "chrome-nosed FD lenses". nFD is just the newer version without the chrome nose, with minor updates. So nFD is just a bit sexier.
Yeah but the chrome ring looks Hella cool and I was shocked to find my FD 1.8/50 (nFD) was made of plastic after it cracked! My older brother had the chrome ring lens and it's metal I think. One of the cool things about these cameras is the battery life measures in years and that's with leaving it switched on: the off position is just a lock against accidental exposure.
Great wit dry humour an flow I ordered camera subbed an follow your channel after video . I had the camera from 77 but someone stole it in 85 . I kept lenses have three of them 50-1.4 135 mm an a wide angle lens. Glad your channel popped up.
You need to give FD glass another chance. I got the 50 f1.4 / 35 f2 and 135 f2.8 and they are all delivering outstanding image quality. I find your videos quite funny and entertaining. Subscribed !
I do also have the 50 f1.4 that I use both on the AE-1 Program and adapted on my Fuji XT-3 and is a great lens. Also the 28f2.8 and 35f2.8 are performing great. I test shot them first with digital and “pixel peeped” before purchasing...
"It's a pretty good camera for learning about the three basics of photography: ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment".....LOL. Your videos are the best on the internet, man. Thanks for doing what you do.
It's interesting seeing the depth of field preview button on film this camera, since it still has a place on some of Canon's DSLRS today. My old Canon Rebel T7i had one, but I didn't even realize it was there for like a whole year lmao
An AE-1 was my first 'real' camera back in 1978 or so...still have it, and the shot counter counts up as it should. Could be your FD lenses were a bit iffy. I've been using my older FD lenses on a Sony A7R2 and A7R (since converted to IR) with a Novoflex adapter and they work surprisingly well, not to mention the A7R2 has in-body stabilization. Of course, it depends on the particular FD lens Some of the FD 'L' lenses are still very good performers (80-200L and 20-35L). And if you use the radioactive FD 35/f2 you won't need a yellow filter for B/W film. Enjoying your videos and your sense of humor.
My buddy bought this in 1978 and I bought a Nikon FE. We were juniors in high school. He’s a pro photographer today still shooting Canon and I’m still a Nikon guy. Awesome cameras in the day.
I think you may have just had bad experience with the FD lenses. I have two of them (50 and 80-200) for my Canon EF film camera and the sharpness has never let me down. (Its literally just the EF. Like the first canon EF camera). I bought them both from KEH
yea it's possible, I used the 28mm 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and 300mm 2.8 (I think? Can't remember that last one) and they were all kind of soft from my experience. I've seen some red ring FD lenses, those are probably better
@@grainydaysss Yes the FD lenses with the red ring are the L lenses (short for luxury). I own most of the normal new prime lenses, and a 80-200mm L lenses. I always got extraordinary results in all aspects. I also carry the AE1, A1, F1 (had a battery issue 5 years ago, but solved), and the Canon T90 (cla'ed 2 years ago). They all work like a charm. Very happy with them. I think you just just bad luck with your lenses. Said that good luck with film photography, real FUN..
I think it's funny how, 4 years after this video is uploaded and 2 years of owning a Digital SLR, this video helped me discover that the tiny button by my lens on my camera is a field of view preview button
As someone who drives a original flavor potato chip ass Corolla; your intro made me laugh. As a depressed soy boy, your dry humor did it for me. Subbed
I have no idea which FD lenses you didn’t like. There were a few of those that were mediocre at best, but for the most part, they are pretty sharp lenses. Especially when you get into the SSC, or the L series. I used the 85mm 1.2, super sharp, it even gives a pretty sharp image at wide open, actually sharper than my EF series 85 1.2II. I love your videos.
i know this is a necro thread but you're missing out on some cool FD lenses... the 50/1.2 is sick, the 135 f2 is sick, and the 35 f/2 with the thoriated glass and concave front element is SICK. It's basically a super sharp semi-fast 35 with zero distortion and a built-in yellow filter.
As someone who uses the camera themselves, I don't understand the hype about the AE-1. It is a great camera, but try finding a Canon AV-1 or A-1 which have aperture priority instead of shutter priority. Also, there's no exposure comp which kinda sucks
Hmm good points, I guess it depend on preference. Yea there is no exposure compensation dial, but you could just change the iso setting on the camera I suppose
AE-1 has a manual mode which allows you to expose as you like. AV-1 has only 1/60 s in manual mode. You were supposed to adjust the ISO for exposure compensation.
Hey from Scotland :) So I just bought an AV-1 for £35 from a charity shop, and it came with a 50mm canon FD lens. It was an absolute steal. As far as I can tell it looks brand new. The shutter fires and the film winds so that's all I know for now. On the AV-1 I can't even adjust my shutter speed. I get a 1 60th of a second option or auto and that's it. It's as basic as a shooting experience as I think money can buy. But I absolutely love it. Later this week I'm going to shoot my first roll of kodak gold 200. I cannot wait. After getting my first few rolls of film developed I plan on getting another film camera which I can get more hands on with like shutter speed etc. Any advice on what my next camera should be? My budget would be about 100 pounds :)
I think you definitely got unlucky with your FD lenses. Ive got a few of them, and they're able to resolve to levels where i'm limited by the pixels of my Fujifilm, which as its a cropped sensor with 26mp.
Watch out for the mirror spring. That camera is notorious for that going out. You’ll be able to tell almost immediately because it will sound weird. And when you get the pics back you will notice there is a portion at the top of the negative that is unexposed.
Alright I feel personally attacked. That water and salad had NO business messing my stomach up like it did after haphazardly driving to Taco Bell for a Crunchwrap supreme after having seven shots of tequila. You sir, have no idea how rough it was. Appreciate the laughs. Stellar work.
I inherited the Canon AE-1 from a friend who picked it up at a yard sale (and never used it). Not sure if it works (stupid special batteries), but I'd love to give it a shot someday. Quick questions, if you still sift through older comments: How/Where do you develop your film? Thanks for sharing
Found a AE-1 Program at a flea market last weekend with a 50mm lens, and Tamron 80-210mm lens (with case) for $40... Couldn't believe my luck. Shutter works, getting film in soon to test it all out.
You’re good at making videos but in this one I thought it was a bit odd that you didn’t talk at all about the shutter prio aspect, and what you think about that way of shooting.
Get a Spotmatic and use those M42 lenses the way God intended to. Apart from automatic aperture closing, you also get open aperture metering if you have the Spotmatic F and SMC Takumar lenses. Not to mention that your lenses will have proper orientation when fully screwed too.
thanks to your years of influence, today the first film camera i bought myself arrived - no prizes for guessing my big reveal, it's an AE-1 (Programme) and shoutout to the New Zealand Rugby Team, because it too is all black
grainydays I have the Frankly Disappointing lens as well, for a Canon A-1 though. Disappointed about 65% of the time, but that might be because my shitty skills or just lazy (impatient) scanning. It should be fucking awesome.
I have the 50mm 1.4 too and I always get amazing quality from it. The newer plastic version is the best I think. The 28mm 2.8 on the other hand... I've owned 2 of them and they were both soft mid frame.
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Literally hit Subscribe on that!
"ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment".......😂😂😂😂😂 subbed 👍
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"I plan to be buried with it. That way in Hell i can continue to take pictures with my friends." 💀😭
Instantly subbed. 😂
LoneWolfSociety But do they have Film there ?!
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My mom bought a AE-1 when it was first released in 1979. She gave it to me last year, shoots like it's new. It truly is one of the greatest cameras of all time.
That's awesome! Ae-1 forever
Your mother is cool.
I have one from 1978. I love it! Just found out yesterday, that if you look on the inside back of the camera, where the film cartridge sits, you can look up the number online, and it tells you the year it was made!
Love the deadpan humor in your videos. Finally a photo RUclipsr who doesn’t take this shit so seriously! btw I’m a Corolla driver ✊🏽 #corolla4life
Haha I used to drive a corolla too
My brother and i used to scratch our dad's Corolla when we were kids, yet he still loved the Corolla so much
@@grainydaysss i get made fun of for having a corolla with roll down windows, then i take photos im disapointed about and come home to watch some GD videos
I also have been a corolla driver for 6 years. The corolla does what it is supposed to. The AE-1 too; I find it pretty reliable. And after so much years since design-in, it is still a beauty, especially in black (mine is silver....)
My second camera I bought new was the AE1 back in the 70s. I bought it as a backup to my Canon F1 for an upcoming trip to Spain. I shot mostly slide film through it and used a 35mm FD lens for travel. I mounted an 85mm FD lens to the F1 and shot mainly BW film with that. Sadly I lost the AE1 years ago when I lent it to a friend and it subsequently got destroyed when their house flooded during a hurricane. I've since replaced it but haven't shot with it although I probably will now that you've triggered those memories and inspired me. Thanks.
Haha just doin my job. AE-1s are awesome
That’s tragic :( but imagine your camera being destroyed by water. This post was made by the Nikonos gang
Love the sarcasm, finally someone who isn't all "This is the greatest thing till tomorrows review!"
When you said, "Straight from your grandparents' attic"...ouch! I'm old enough to have first purchased my AE1, brand new, back in 1977. I can tell you that it was state-of-the-art back in the day.
They're still incredible cameras!
You’re not alone Mar Thivierge
God, I love your sarcasm. Absolutely killin it, man. Cheers from the good ol' Poland! Will be following thoroughly.
Edit: BTW, a Helios is a 58mm f/2.0 lens, just sayin :)) Although it hates direct sunlight.
Just checked, and dammit you're right haha. It is a 2.0, must've got my f stops crossed
This is the third video I've watched from this channel. At first I thought he's trying too hard with the jokes but he gets funnier the more you listen to him. I died when he said "3 basics of photography - iso, shutter speed and disappointment" HAHAHAHAHA
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I used a Canon AE1 Program in the Army. It never let me down. My favorite shots was of a mortar platoon in pitch black. I took the shots through a Aviator's Night Vision Imaging System AN/AVS 6(V)2. I bought the Canon used just for the field.
I have one of these Canon AE-1 cameras that is in need of seal replacement. But in all I never really thought I would fall in love with it. Being that it considered a "beginner" camera it take nice pictures with the right film and set up. That double exposed picture even though by accident looks pretty damn cool. Liked the video on the camera and great pics also.
Love the Big Bear photos, definitely can’t go wrong there. Great place to unwind and has some stunning scenery
couldn't agree more
I’m purchasing one this weekend. I’m excited to use it on my study abroad trip in Japan!!
Great video however i used the AE1 and A1 during my Navy days for recognizance and still this day once in a while for personal and weddings with great results with my FD lenses. Keep up the good work...!!!
Side note:
There's actually two types of FD lenses: FD and nFD (new FD)
Basically the original FD lenses had a chrome ring near the base, thus dubbed as "chrome-nosed FD lenses".
nFD is just the newer version without the chrome nose, with minor updates.
So nFD is just a bit sexier.
thanks zhong xi na
Yeah but the chrome ring looks Hella cool and I was shocked to find my FD 1.8/50 (nFD) was made of plastic after it cracked! My older brother had the chrome ring lens and it's metal I think.
One of the cool things about these cameras is the battery life measures in years and that's with leaving it switched on: the off position is just a lock against accidental exposure.
“Oh crap, there’s film...just kidding” 😂
Great wit dry humour an flow I ordered camera subbed an follow your channel after video . I had the camera from 77 but someone stole it in 85 . I kept lenses have three of them 50-1.4 135 mm an a wide angle lens. Glad your channel popped up.
"I don't use that camera because it's basically Skynet" 😂😂😂
You need to give FD glass another chance. I got the 50 f1.4 / 35 f2 and 135 f2.8 and they are all delivering outstanding image quality. I find your videos quite funny and entertaining. Subscribed !
Yea I think I'm going to try getting some fresh fd glass, mine don't seem to be cutting it
I do also have the 50 f1.4 that I use both on the AE-1 Program and adapted on my Fuji XT-3 and is a great lens. Also the 28f2.8 and 35f2.8 are performing great. I test shot them first with digital and “pixel peeped” before purchasing...
grainydays what camera strap is that wow
"It's a pretty good camera for learning about the three basics of photography: ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment".....LOL. Your videos are the best on the internet, man. Thanks for doing what you do.
It's interesting seeing the depth of field preview button on film this camera, since it still has a place on some of Canon's DSLRS today. My old Canon Rebel T7i had one, but I didn't even realize it was there for like a whole year lmao
An AE-1 was my first 'real' camera back in 1978 or so...still have it, and the shot counter counts up as it should. Could be your FD lenses were a bit iffy. I've been using my older FD lenses on a Sony A7R2 and A7R (since converted to IR) with a Novoflex adapter and they work surprisingly well, not to mention the A7R2 has in-body stabilization. Of course, it depends on the particular FD lens Some of the FD 'L' lenses are still very good performers (80-200L and 20-35L). And if you use the radioactive FD 35/f2 you won't need a yellow filter for B/W film. Enjoying your videos and your sense of humor.
loved the beach camping pics - seriously pleasing to look at with such amazing narrative qualities!
My buddy bought this in 1978 and I bought a Nikon FE. We were juniors in high school. He’s a pro photographer today still shooting Canon and I’m still a Nikon guy. Awesome cameras in the day.
This punched me right in my soft spot for canon fd lenses.
Since darkroom class when my Prof. suggested the AE-1 as a good option for beginner camera I've been using it and it's still going strong. Love it.
you got me at sponsor, how brilliant.
Digging your sense of humor. Keep it up.
I think you may have just had bad experience with the FD lenses. I have two of them (50 and 80-200) for my Canon EF film camera and the sharpness has never let me down. (Its literally just the EF. Like the first canon EF camera). I bought them both from KEH
yea it's possible, I used the 28mm 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and 300mm 2.8 (I think? Can't remember that last one) and they were all kind of soft from my experience. I've seen some red ring FD lenses, those are probably better
@@grainydaysss Yes the FD lenses with the red ring are the L lenses (short for luxury). I own most of the normal new prime lenses, and a 80-200mm L lenses. I always got extraordinary results in all aspects. I also carry the AE1, A1, F1 (had a battery issue 5 years ago, but solved), and the Canon T90 (cla'ed 2 years ago). They all work like a charm. Very happy with them. I think you just just bad luck with your lenses. Said that good luck with film photography, real FUN..
The only film photographer on RUclips with an actual personality 😂
Always loved AE1 in black.
I think it's funny how, 4 years after this video is uploaded and 2 years of owning a Digital SLR, this video helped me discover that the tiny button by my lens on my camera is a field of view preview button
Best photography video I’ve seen to date
Good video mate and cracked up over your sense of humour. Plan on getting out with the AE-1 after the makeover 👍
I just love your style of talking and humour :) Great channel
Very nice shots. Bravo
Love your humour lol. Thanks for the great video.
Helpful camera review, and quite possibly the BEST execution of any review I’ve seen.
ISO
shutter speed
And disappointment
Busted out laughing on the toilet! Subscribed
As someone who drives a original flavor potato chip ass Corolla; your intro made me laugh. As a depressed soy boy, your dry humor did it for me. Subbed
I love his voice and he's monotonously funny😂
those sunset shots are killer
ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment! Lmaooooo. Love itm
I have no idea which FD lenses you didn’t like. There were a few of those that were mediocre at best, but for the most part, they are pretty sharp lenses. Especially when you get into the SSC, or the L series. I used the 85mm 1.2, super sharp, it even gives a pretty sharp image at wide open, actually sharper than my EF series 85 1.2II. I love your videos.
You’re so harsh on yourself mate 😂 great vid though, I really enjoyed it 👏
I absolutely love that shot at 4:11
I'd buy a print and stick it in my living room
Alonso Diaz Agreed. Me2
I thought for sure I had that spicy guy fieri model but nope...just the program.
Yea it's rare, but it's out there
i know this is a necro thread but you're missing out on some cool FD lenses... the 50/1.2 is sick, the 135 f2 is sick, and the 35 f/2 with the thoriated glass and concave front element is SICK. It's basically a super sharp semi-fast 35 with zero distortion and a built-in yellow filter.
Fun fact, the sound from an iPhone was recorded from the Canon AE-1. Apple still uses the same sound clip.
As someone who uses the camera themselves, I don't understand the hype about the AE-1. It is a great camera, but try finding a Canon AV-1 or A-1 which have aperture priority instead of shutter priority. Also, there's no exposure comp which kinda sucks
Hmm good points, I guess it depend on preference. Yea there is no exposure compensation dial, but you could just change the iso setting on the camera I suppose
AE-1 has a manual mode which allows you to expose as you like. AV-1 has only 1/60 s in manual mode. You were supposed to adjust the ISO for exposure compensation.
Midnight taco bell and disappoint, a man after my own heart. Really dig your stuff dude.
This is probably the best review of any film camera out there hahaha
The photos from the sunset are great!
What film did you use at 5:57? I love the colors - especially the reds from your photos of that trip!
Thanks dawg! It's portra 400!
Hey from Scotland :) So I just bought an AV-1 for £35 from a charity shop, and it came with a 50mm canon FD lens. It was an absolute steal.
As far as I can tell it looks brand new. The shutter fires and the film winds so that's all I know for now. On the AV-1 I can't even adjust my shutter speed. I get a 1 60th of a second option or auto and that's it. It's as basic as a shooting experience as I think money can buy. But I absolutely love it.
Later this week I'm going to shoot my first roll of kodak gold 200. I cannot wait.
After getting my first few rolls of film developed I plan on getting another film camera which I can get more hands on with like shutter speed etc.
Any advice on what my next camera should be? My budget would be about 100 pounds :)
love your humor and videos man!
I think you definitely got unlucky with your FD lenses. Ive got a few of them, and they're able to resolve to levels where i'm limited by the pixels of my Fujifilm, which as its a cropped sensor with 26mp.
I randomly come across this video and the intro had me laughing.
The AE-1 shutter sound was sampled for the iPhone camera!
One of the better film photog channels. 👍
Keep up the jokes, don't be afraid to be more savage
cool review , funny. this canon series is stamped for sure
I have an A-1 and an AE-1 Program. Would love an AE-1. Great video. subbed.
Watch out for the mirror spring. That camera is notorious for that going out. You’ll be able to tell almost immediately because it will sound weird. And when you get the pics back you will notice there is a portion at the top of the negative that is unexposed.
Where did you get your shutter cover? Love the look of it. Also thank you so much for the much-needed humor.
Alright I feel personally attacked.
That water and salad had NO business messing my stomach up like it did after haphazardly driving to Taco Bell for a Crunchwrap supreme after having seven shots of tequila. You sir, have no idea how rough it was.
Appreciate the laughs. Stellar work.
Came back amd watched the video that started it all with choosing my first film camera
Feels good
Subbed for the humor. Oh, and I want to see more videos about camera shit.
the moose shot reminds me of the album cover for albatross by foxing for some reason
Got one of these a 2 years ago, love it
That is the most appealing Thumbnail and idk why
I knew in the first 10 seconds id love this and sure enough I did
"Maybe it's the camera telling me to stop wasting it's time." 😂
7:21 my heart dropped lol
I inherited the Canon AE-1 from a friend who picked it up at a yard sale (and never used it). Not sure if it works (stupid special batteries), but I'd love to give it a shot someday.
Quick questions, if you still sift through older comments: How/Where do you develop your film?
Thanks for sharing
I go to a local lab to get my film developed! (samys camera in pasadena) hope that helps!
Thanks @@grainydaysss it certainly gives me a direction (I live in Massachusetts, so Samys is probably not my local store, heh)
Solid review, (though I find it odd that you crap on Canon FD lenses, despite not owning or using Canon FD lenses).
Thanks! I actually have 2 fd lenses that I've used quite a bit, and I've tried a third one.
5:56 this is one of the coolest photographs I've ever seen.
Idk, 4:11 is pretty good
when you gonna review that Contax T2? 👀
Stay tuned!
@@grainydaysss One year later, finally posted
Auto subscribe, been looking for some canon ae-1 video, and by far this is my fav 🔥 🔥 🔥
Why not the Nikon FM2? Love the channel! Keep it up
Dude this video is fucking awesome! And you're an awesome photography - love your sarcasm!
Best camera review ever
Found a AE-1 Program at a flea market last weekend with a 50mm lens, and Tamron 80-210mm lens (with case) for $40... Couldn't believe my luck. Shutter works, getting film in soon to test it all out.
I have an older canon 35mm camera. The canon EF, which is pretty unknown actually. It looks pretty similar to the AE.
Came for the film, stayed for the humor.
the black version and the autowinder kill it :) ... I've got the silver version (only) .... The cam is very reliable and easy to use.
Too good! Enjoyed it!
You’re good at making videos but in this one I thought it was a bit odd that you didn’t talk at all about the shutter prio aspect, and what you think about that way of shooting.
Get a Spotmatic and use those M42 lenses the way God intended to. Apart from automatic aperture closing, you also get open aperture metering if you have the Spotmatic F and SMC Takumar lenses. Not to mention that your lenses will have proper orientation when fully screwed too.
Nice Chanel man I’m enjoying your videos and your comedy lol
I wonder what you have pointed your FD lenses at for them to not wanna see properly?
I can't go anywhere in YT without an sponsor or ad jabbing into a video!
they're out to get ya
why is the video stretched
thanks to your years of influence, today the first film camera i bought myself arrived - no prizes for guessing my big reveal, it's an AE-1 (Programme)
and shoutout to the New Zealand Rugby Team, because it too is all black
Oh my god dude. Funny as hell! Checking out the podcast
you're the friend I wish I had. great humour.
You went to Mount Everest Space Camp?!😳
you should get some actual Canon glass, the 50mm 1.4 is a pleasure to use, very sharp and like $60
Haha i actually have the 50mm, but I think there's something wrong with it because there is ghosting everywhere on it
grainydays I have the Frankly Disappointing lens as well, for a Canon A-1 though. Disappointed about 65% of the time, but that might be because my shitty skills or just lazy (impatient) scanning. It should be fucking awesome.
I have the 50mm 1.4 too and I always get amazing quality from it. The newer plastic version is the best I think. The 28mm 2.8 on the other hand... I've owned 2 of them and they were both soft mid frame.
Big ups for the Helios!
All day errday
@@grainydaysss how can u attach m42 to fd mount?
@@prasojowahyu6287 You can buy a cheap M42 to FD adapter ring (on amazon?). That's what I use!
@@grainydaysss ill try someday :D