[Canon] II AF | Film Cameras | June 1953
The II AF is a rare and intriguing camera, closely related to the II AX. One of its distinctive features is the flash rail located on its side, designed specifically for FP-sync. This synchronization feature was particularly useful for flashbulbs, allowing them to sync at all shutter speeds.
Key Features:
- Flash Rail: The II AF includes a flash rail that supports FP-sync, making it compatible with a variety of flashbulbs.
- Design: Aside from the flash rail, the II AF shares the same design and specifications as the II AX, maintaining its classic look and functionality.
Due to its unique flash capabilities and limited availability, the II AF is a sought-after model for collectors and photography enthusiasts alike.
- Type: 35mm focal-plane shutter camera
- Picture Size: 24 x 36 mm
- Normal Lens: Canon 50mm f/1.8
- Lens Mount: Universal threaded mount
- Shutter: Two-axis, horizontal-travel focal-plane shutter with cloth curtains. Single-axis rotating dial for B, 1/25, 1/40, 1/60, 1/100, 1/200, and 1/500 sec.
- Flash Sync: FP-sync (direct synchronization provided with flash rail).
- Viewfinder: Coincidence rangefinder integrated with reversed Galilean viewfinder rotatable to set one of three magnifications.
- Film Loading & Advance: After baseplate removal, drop-in bottom loading. Advances with camera-top knob.
- Frame Counter: Manually set from 39 to 0 at base of camera-top rewind knob. Film speed indicator dial on top of rewind knob.
- Film Rewind: Camera-top knob.
- Dimensions & Weight: 136 x 72.2 x 31 mm, weight unknown
- Remarks: The slow shutter dial is replaced with a blanking cover having the same leathery covering as the body.