Canon Macro FL 50mm f/3.5

Canon Macro FL 50mm f/3.5 | Precision Close-Up Prime - Like New Condition | Sharpness and Detail Defined

The Canon Macro FL 50mm f/3.5 is a specialized prime lens engineered for high-magnification photography and exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness. As part of Canon's historic FL series, this lens is built with a focus on optical precision and mechanical durability. While it functions as a superb standard 50mm lens for general photography, its true strength lies in its ability to focus at incredibly close distances, revealing intricate textures and details invisible to the naked eye. The lens features a unique optical construction that minimizes distortion and maintains high contrast even at its closest focusing point. With its all-metal construction and smooth, long-throw focusing ring, the FL 50mm Macro is a professional-grade tool for nature, product, and document photography.

Key Features

• Dedicated macro design optimized for close-up performance and high resolution

• Bright f/3.5 maximum aperture providing excellent clarity in the viewfinder

• Versatile 50mm focal length, ideal for both macro work and standard street photography

• Robust all-metal barrel construction typical of Canon’s professional FL era

• Manual diaphragm control for precise depth-of-field management

• Exceptional flat-field sharpness, minimizing distortion across the entire frame

Condition Report

• Body: Like new condition. The exterior barrel is in pristine state with no visible wear, scratches, or marks.

• Sensor/Optics: The glass is flawless. Optics are crystal clear with no internal dust, fungus, or haze, appearing as though it just left the factory.

• Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The focusing ring is exceptionally smooth and precise; the aperture blades are perfectly clean, oil-free, and snappy.

Specialist Note "Finding a vintage FL Macro in this 'like new' condition is a rare opportunity. This lens was designed for technical accuracy, and in this state, it performs exactly as Canon intended. Unlike many vintage lenses that can be a bit soft wide open, this lens is incredibly sharp. The long focus throw is a joy to use, allowing for the microscopic adjustments needed when you are inches away from your subject. It is also an excellent lens for digitizing film negatives due to its flat-field correction. Whether you are shooting the veins of a leaf or using it as a super-sharp daily driver, this lens delivers a professional level of detail."

What's Included

• Canon Macro FL 50mm f/3.5 Lens (S/N: 22381)

• Original Canon Front Lens Cap

• Original Canon Rear Lens Cap

• Adapter 
• User Manual
• Protective Case

Technical Specifications

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Lens Mount: Canon FL

• Filter Diameter: 58mm

• Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22

• Category: Lenses ▸ Macro Lens