[Canon] VL2 | Film Cameras | March 1958
VL2
The economy version of the VL was released at the same time. The top shutter speed was 1/500 sec, and it featured a rewind knob instead of a crank.
- Type: 35mm focal-plane shutter rangefinder camera
- Picture Size: 24 x 36 mm
- Normal Lens: Canon 50mm f/2.8, 50mm f/1.8
- Lens Mount: Threaded mount
- Shutter: Two-axis, horizontal-travel focal-plane shutter with metal curtains. Single-axis rotating dial for T, 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, and 1/30 sec., and single-axis rotating dial (with index) for X, B, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, and 1/500 sec. Equipped with built-in self-timer.
- Flash Sync: FP- and X-sync (automatic-switching sync contacts, X-sync speed of 1/55 sec., and bayonet terminal socket on camera side).
- Viewfinder: Coincidence rangefinder integrated with reversed Galilean viewfinder rotatable to set one of three magnifications. Accessory shoe’s parallax correction pin coupled to lens draw to adjust accessory finder.
- Film Loading & Advance: After opening camera back, insertion onto spool. Advances with camera-top advance lever (single or partial strokes).
- Frame Counter: Manually set from 39 to 0 with built-in window. Film advance and rewind status indicator provided.
- Film Rewind: Pop-up knob
- Dimensions & Weight: 143 x 76 x 34 mm, 940 g (body)