The Canon F1 and Its Curious History in Cinema

The Canon F1 is a well-known camera to many of us. But let's be frank, it's not as popular as the Canon AE1 that sits in attics and garages. The Canon F1 (also referred to as the Canon F-1 in this article) came out in the 1970s and was a mainstay for around 20 years. Today, you can still find them used and in fantastic condition. These cameras are gorgeous--so much so that they appear as popular props in the movies. But if you know anything about the Canon F1, you'll probably wonder why it's in ...