This is a highly sought-after, professional-grade wide-angle lens: the CANON FD 15mm f/2.8 S.S.C. Fisheye. Introduced in 1973, this lens was revolutionary, offering the widest diagonal angle of view in its class at the time. Unlike circular fisheyes, this lens is a full-frame fisheye, meaning its 180° angle of view covers the entire 35mm film frame.

The S.S.C. (Super Spectra Coating) ensures superior color reproduction, reduced flare, and high contrast. Its fast f/2.8 aperture allows for use in low-light conditions and gives excellent depth-of-field control for a wide-angle lens.

A notable feature is the built-in rotating filter system (SKY, Y3, O, R) in the rear of the lens, necessary because the bulbous front element prevents the use of standard screw-on filters.

Technical Specifications (Canon FD 15mm f/2.8 S.S.C.)

• Focal Length: 15mm (Full-Frame Fisheye)
• Maximum Aperture: f/28
• Angle of View: 180° (Diagonal)
• Lens Mount: Canon FD (Breech-Lock)
• Optical Design: 10 elements in 9 groups (S.S.C. Multicoated)
• Closest Focusing Distance: 03 meters (approx 1 foot)
• Filter System: Built-in rotating filter ring (SKY, Y3, O, R)
• Lens Hood: Integrated Flower-shaped hood

Condition Report

The lens is in Excellent Plus (EX+) cosmetic and optical condition, highly impressive for a vintage fisheye with such a large front element.

• Optics: The large front element is clean and clear with no deep scratches. We find no fungus or haze. The coatings are vibrant.
• Mechanism: The focusing ring and the built-in filter rotating ring operate smoothly and correctly. The aperture blades are clean and snappy.
• Cosmetic: The barrel shows minimal wear on the rubberized focus grip and metal rings.
• Inclusions: Includes the original specialty curved front cap and the original rear Canon cap.