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lens:glocanonfd85-300mmt4.6
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GL Optics Canon FD 85-300mm T4.6
Summary
The Canon 85-300mm FD, introduced in the mid-1970s, is a vintage full-frame zoom lens offering a 3.5x range from standard to telephoto. Known for sharp central rendering, textured bokeh, and artistic flares, it features ED glass to minimize chromatic aberrations. Modern rehousing adds a 15-blade circular iris, PL mount, 0.8 module gears, improved close focus, and parfocal precision, blending its vintage optical character with contemporary cinema functionality.
Tech Specs
| Manufacturer | GL Optics |
| Series | Zoom |
| Model | Canon FD |
| Focal Length | 85-300mm |
| Max Aperture | T4.6 |
| Min Aperture | - |
| Format | - |
| Image Circle | 36×24 |
| Minimum Focus | 6ft 6in |
| Focus Rotation | 330° |
| Iris Blades | 15 |
| Optical Design | - |
| Squeeze | - |
| Front Diameter | 136mm |
| Filter Thread | - |
| Focus/Zoom Rod | - |
| Native Mount | PL, LPL, EF, E |
| Data Protocol | none |
| Length | - |
| Weight | 5.5kg |
| Body Telescope | - |
| Body Material | aluminum |
| Focus Drive | manual |
| Iris Drive | manual |
| Zoom Drive | manual |
History
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