Soligor 28mm f/2.5 MC Manual Focus Breech Lock Lens for Canon FD-Mount Review

The Soligor 28mm f/2.5 MC is a manual focus prime lens built for Canon's discontinued FD breech-lock mount, which means it's incompatible with modern Canon EF or RF cameras without an adapter (and even then, you'll lose infinity focus in many cases). Originally a budget third-party option in the film era, this lens is now sold used at around $22, typically in bargain condition. It features multi-coating to reduce flare and a fast enough f/2.5 aperture for low light work on vintage Canon film bodies or adapted mirrorless setups.

At this price point, it's a curiosity piece for collectors, experimenters, or shooters who already own FD-mount film cameras and want an affordable wide prime. The breech-lock design is specific to older Canon FD bodies, and the lens's optical performance and build reflect its third-party heritage. If you're looking for a cheap way to explore manual focus wide-angle photography on legacy gear, it may serve that purpose, but expect the trade-offs that come with used bargain-grade optics.