Canon 135mm F/3.5 FD Mount Lens Review

The Canon 135mm f/3.5 FD is a legacy manual-focus telephoto prime from Canon's pre-EOS era, designed for FD-mount film cameras. At 135mm, it offers a classic focal length for portraiture and selective framing, though the f/3.5 maximum aperture is slower than the more common f/2 or f/2.8 variants in this range. This particular unit is sold in bargain condition from KEH, meaning it shows visible wear and cosmetic marks but remains functional. For creators working with adapted vintage glass on mirrorless bodies or shooting film with an AE-1 or similar Canon SLR, it provides an affordable entry into the telephoto range with the character of 1970s optics. Because it's an FD mount, you'll need an appropriate adapter for modern Canon EF or RF cameras, and you'll be working entirely manual with focus and aperture. The bargain grade and sub-forty-dollar price point make this a low-risk option for experimenting with vintage telephoto rendering, but expect cosmetic imperfections and potentially slower, less consistent performance compared to newer designs.