Canon AE-1 User Manual

Viewfinder Information
In keeping with Canon's standard of
providing all relevant information in an easily
readable format, all information
is displayed
on the right side of the viewfinder. The
diagram below indicates the information pro-
vided and where
it can be seen in the
viewfinder.
Meter Sensitivity Pattern
Ina great variety of lighting situations, the
carefully designed Central Emphasis Metering
system simplifies problems to ensure that the
subject is correctly exposed.
Metering Range
TTL metering is possible with a fl1.4 lens
at
ASA 100 from EV 1 (1 sec., fl1.4) to EV
18
(1/1000sec., f/16).
Overexposure Warning Marks
Microprism
Meter Needle
Split-Image
43
"re and Cou
6ng Lamp

Canon AE-1 Specifications

General

Film Format	35mm
Lens Mount	Canon FD
Metering	Center-weighted average
Shutter Speed	1/1000 sec to 2 sec, Bulb
ISO Range	25-3200
Exposure Modes	Manual
Flash Sync Speed	1/60 second
Camera Type	SLR