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50/1.8 Canon FL

There were two versions of the 50/1.8 Canon FL. The first version was introduced in March 1964, the second was introduced in March 1968. The later version can be identified by the Auto/Manual switch for the diaphrgm.

The 50/1.8 Canon FL, type I and II.

The rear of the lenses.

The first version:

Introduced	March 1964	Filter Size	48mm
Construction	6 Elements in 4 Groups	Cap Size	50mm
Angle of View	46 Degrees	Shade	S-50
Minimum Aperture	f/16	Case	C
Weight	228g

The 50/1.8 Canon FL, Type I.

The rear of the lens.

The first version 50/1.8 Canon FL on an FX body.

The second version:

Introduced	March 1964	Filter Size	48mm
Construction	6 Elements in 4 Groups	Cap Size	50mm
Angle of View	46 Degrees	Shade	S-50
Minimum Aperture	f/16	Case	C
Weight	280g	List Price, May 1971	$76.00

The second version 50/1.8 Canon FL on an FX body.