Canon 17mm f/4 SSC Breech Lock FD Mount Lens Review
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Our editorial take on the Canon 17mm f/4 SSC Breech Lock FD Mount Lens
The Canon 17mm f/4 SSC is a legacy ultra-wide prime from Canon's FD breech-lock era, designed for manual-focus film SLRs. This particular lens uses the earlier breech-lock mount rather than the later FD bayonet, making it a period piece from the early 1970s. It covers a classic 17mm field of view with Super Spectra Coating for improved flare resistance.
As a vintage manual lens, it requires an FD-to-EF or FD-to-mirrorless adapter to work on modern Canon or other digital bodies, and you'll lose electronic communication entirely. The ultra-wide angle and manual focus make it a niche option for creative work, architectural shooting, or vintage lens enthusiasts who prize the rendering and build quality of old Canon glass. This example from KEH is graded excellent condition with caps included.
- Ultra-wide 17mm focal length for dramatic perspective
- SSC (Super Spectra Coating) reduces flare and ghosting
- Solid metal construction typical of 1970s Canon FD lenses
- Breech-lock mount requires adapter for modern cameras, no electronic communication
- Manual focus only with no autofocus or EXIF data transmission
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