Canon AE-1

[@WillemVerb]

Dead at the sponsor hahah

[@grainydaysss]

I'm so grateful for their support

[@ErnestoFigueirasOfficial]

Ahahah

[@thomasbrady8056]

Literally hit Subscribe on that!

[@atroche1978]

"ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment".......😂😂😂😂😂 subbed 👍

[@abreudan1]

hahahaha

[@thepurpleherring]

same ! :D

[@anklez12]

"I plan to be buried with it. That way in Hell i can continue to take pictures with my friends." 💀😭 Instantly subbed. 😂

[@howxqx2]

LoneWolfSociety But do they have Film there ?!

[@jameshall5556]

@@howxqx2 Expired Velvia.

[@andypham8325]

Love the deadpan humor in your videos. Finally a photo KZbinr who doesn’t take this shit so seriously! btw I’m a Corolla driver ✊🏽 #corolla4life

[@grainydaysss]

Haha I used to drive a corolla too

[@wanda_cohen]

My brother and i used to scratch our dad's Corolla when we were kids, yet he still loved the Corolla so much

[@davidjacob5060]

@@grainydaysss i get made fun of for having a corolla with roll down windows, then i take photos im disapointed about and come home to watch some GD videos

[@thepirateshoots]

I also have been a corolla driver for 6 years. The corolla does what it is supposed to. The AE-1 too; I find it pretty reliable. And after so much years since design-in, it is still a beauty, especially in black (mine is silver....)

[@pizzaman207]

My mom bought a AE-1 when it was first released in 1979. She gave it to me last year, shoots like it's new. It truly is one of the greatest cameras of all time.

[@grainydaysss]

That's awesome! Ae-1 forever

[@LaskyLabs]

Your mother is cool.

[@snapjacksonphotography]

I have one from 1978. I love it! Just found out yesterday, that if you look on the inside back of the camera, where the film cartridge sits, you can look up the number online, and it tells you the year it was made!

[@RodUSMC75]

Love the sarcasm, finally someone who isn't all "This is the greatest thing till tomorrows review!"

[@qnetx]

My second camera I bought new was the AE1 back in the 70s. I bought it as a backup to my Canon F1 for an upcoming trip to Spain. I shot mostly slide film through it and used a 35mm FD lens for travel. I mounted an 85mm FD lens to the F1 and shot mainly BW film with that. Sadly I lost the AE1 years ago when I lent it to a friend and it subsequently got destroyed when their house flooded during a hurricane. I've since replaced it but haven't shot with it although I probably will now that you've triggered those memories and inspired me. Thanks.

[@grainydaysss]

Haha just doin my job. AE-1s are awesome

[@brandonboogers]

That’s tragic :( but imagine your camera being destroyed by water. This post was made by the Nikonos gang

[@mthivier]

When you said, "Straight from your grandparents' attic"...ouch! I'm old enough to have first purchased my AE1, brand new, back in 1977. I can tell you that it was state-of-the-art back in the day.

[@grainydaysss]

They're still incredible cameras!

[@DaveInElland]

You’re not alone Mar Thivierge

[@ricjohns545]

I used a Canon AE1 Program in the Army. It never let me down. My favorite shots was of a mortar platoon in pitch black. I took the shots through a Aviator's Night Vision Imaging System AN/AVS 6(V)2. I bought the Canon used just for the field.

[@PiotrekGrzesiak]

God, I love your sarcasm. Absolutely killin it, man. Cheers from the good ol' Poland! Will be following thoroughly. Edit: BTW, a Helios is a 58mm f/2.0 lens, just sayin :)) Although it hates direct sunlight.

[@grainydaysss]

Just checked, and dammit you're right haha. It is a 2.0, must've got my f stops crossed

[@TorresinhoLFC]

This is the third video I've watched from this channel. At first I thought he's trying too hard with the jokes but he gets funnier the more you listen to him. I died when he said "3 basics of photography - iso, shutter speed and disappointment" HAHAHAHAHA subscribed

[@ChairmanZhongXiNa]

Side note: There's actually two types of FD lenses: FD and nFD (new FD) Basically the original FD lenses had a chrome ring near the base, thus dubbed as "chrome-nosed FD lenses". nFD is just the newer version without the chrome nose, with minor updates. So nFD is just a bit sexier.

[@fab9207]

thanks zhong xi na

[@SebBrosig]

Yeah but the chrome ring looks Hella cool and I was shocked to find my FD 1.8/50 (nFD) was made of plastic after it cracked! My older brother had the chrome ring lens and it's metal I think. One of the cool things about these cameras is the battery life measures in years and that's with leaving it switched on: the off position is just a lock against accidental exposure.

[@Redbeard_Sagas]

I have one of these Canon AE-1 cameras that is in need of seal replacement. But in all I never really thought I would fall in love with it. Being that it considered a "beginner" camera it take nice pictures with the right film and set up. That double exposed picture even though by accident looks pretty damn cool. Liked the video on the camera and great pics also.

[@phoenixkanada]

“Oh crap, there’s film...just kidding” 😂

[@henrywilkin]

"I don't use that camera because it's basically Skynet" 😂😂😂

[@gabesphoto]

Great video however i used the AE1 and A1 during my Navy days for recognizance and still this day once in a while for personal and weddings with great results with my FD lenses. Keep up the good work...!!!

[@ThisHolographicLife]

Love the Big Bear photos, definitely can’t go wrong there. Great place to unwind and has some stunning scenery

[@grainydaysss]

couldn't agree more

[@Internetvideoaccount]

I’m purchasing one this weekend. I’m excited to use it on my study abroad trip in Japan!!

[@43bobbyg]

Great wit dry humour an flow I ordered camera subbed an follow your channel after video . I had the camera from 77 but someone stole it in 85 . I kept lenses have three of them 50-1.4 135 mm an a wide angle lens. Glad your channel popped up.

[@RonnyKohlmann]

You need to give FD glass another chance. I got the 50 f1.4 / 35 f2 and 135 f2.8 and they are all delivering outstanding image quality. I find your videos quite funny and entertaining. Subscribed !

[@grainydaysss]

Yea I think I'm going to try getting some fresh fd glass, mine don't seem to be cutting it

[@gperpetuo]

I do also have the 50 f1.4 that I use both on the AE-1 Program and adapted on my Fuji XT-3 and is a great lens. Also the 28f2.8 and 35f2.8 are performing great. I test shot them first with digital and “pixel peeped” before purchasing...

[@richardmann8584]

grainydays what camera strap is that wow

[@mikeshaw1340]

"It's a pretty good camera for learning about the three basics of photography: ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment".....LOL. Your videos are the best on the internet, man. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@colbert4win]

This punched me right in my soft spot for canon fd lenses.

[@dan4466]

My buddy bought this in 1978 and I bought a Nikon FE. We were juniors in high school. He’s a pro photographer today still shooting Canon and I’m still a Nikon guy. Awesome cameras in the day.

[@Nothingz3dge]

It's interesting seeing the depth of field preview button on film this camera, since it still has a place on some of Canon's DSLRS today. My old Canon Rebel T7i had one, but I didn't even realize it was there for like a whole year lmao

[@airsign1012]

Since darkroom class when my Prof. suggested the AE-1 as a good option for beginner camera I've been using it and it's still going strong. Love it.

[@pratikgpta]

you got me at sponsor, how brilliant.

[@photog1529]

An AE-1 was my first 'real' camera back in 1978 or so...still have it, and the shot counter counts up as it should. Could be your FD lenses were a bit iffy. I've been using my older FD lenses on a Sony A7R2 and A7R (since converted to IR) with a Novoflex adapter and they work surprisingly well, not to mention the A7R2 has in-body stabilization. Of course, it depends on the particular FD lens Some of the FD 'L' lenses are still very good performers (80-200L and 20-35L). And if you use the radioactive FD 35/f2 you won't need a yellow filter for B/W film. Enjoying your videos and your sense of humor.

[@BrokeCollegeKid]

I love his voice and he's monotonously funny😂

[@THEEkidskid]

The only film photographer on KZbin with an actual personality 😂

[@49sixteen]

Fun fact, the sound from an iPhone was recorded from the Canon AE-1. Apple still uses the same sound clip.

[@Matt.Detroit]

I think you may have just had bad experience with the FD lenses. I have two of them (50 and 80-200) for my Canon EF film camera and the sharpness has never let me down. (Its literally just the EF. Like the first canon EF camera). I bought them both from KEH

[@grainydaysss]

yea it's possible, I used the 28mm 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and 300mm 2.8 (I think? Can't remember that last one) and they were all kind of soft from my experience. I've seen some red ring FD lenses, those are probably better

[@roiloubia4483]

@@grainydaysss Yes the FD lenses with the red ring are the L lenses (short for luxury). I own most of the normal new prime lenses, and a 80-200mm L lenses. I always got extraordinary results in all aspects. I also carry the AE1, A1, F1 (had a battery issue 5 years ago, but solved), and the Canon T90 (cla'ed 2 years ago). They all work like a charm. Very happy with them. I think you just just bad luck with your lenses. Said that good luck with film photography, real FUN..

[@TimothymakeupsDitzler]

I thought for sure I had that spicy guy fieri model but nope...just the program.

[@grainydaysss]

Yea it's rare, but it's out there

[@jmtphotographymedia]

ISO, shutter speed, and disappointment! Lmaooooo. Love itm

[@demgesch]

loved the beach camping pics - seriously pleasing to look at with such amazing narrative qualities!

[@gsapriza]

Digging your sense of humor. Keep it up.

[@Curry952]

Helpful camera review, and quite possibly the BEST execution of any review I’ve seen.

[@Iproductions0]

As someone who drives a original flavor potato chip ass Corolla; your intro made me laugh. As a depressed soy boy, your dry humor did it for me. Subbed

[@bungiecoocoo]

ISO shutter speed And disappointment Busted out laughing on the toilet! Subscribed

[@10Outta10Baby]

Keep up the jokes, don't be afraid to be more savage

[@GibsonTM]

As someone who uses the camera themselves, I don't understand the hype about the AE-1. It is a great camera, but try finding a Canon AV-1 or A-1 which have aperture priority instead of shutter priority. Also, there's no exposure comp which kinda sucks

[@grainydaysss]

Hmm good points, I guess it depend on preference. Yea there is no exposure compensation dial, but you could just change the iso setting on the camera I suppose

[@okaro6595]

AE-1 has a manual mode which allows you to expose as you like. AV-1 has only 1/60 s in manual mode. You were supposed to adjust the ISO for exposure compensation.

[@Lockiel]

Best photography video I’ve seen to date

[@csb65536]

I have no idea which FD lenses you didn’t like. There were a few of those that were mediocre at best, but for the most part, they are pretty sharp lenses. Especially when you get into the SSC, or the L series. I used the 85mm 1.2, super sharp, it even gives a pretty sharp image at wide open, actually sharper than my EF series 85 1.2II. I love your videos.

[@forgettheorder5526]

I randomly come across this video and the intro had me laughing.

[@RealBarber]

Love your humour lol. Thanks for the great video.

[@robdixon5016]

Always loved AE1 in black.

[@alogh]

I absolutely love that shot at 4:11 I'd buy a print and stick it in my living room

[@MichaelSeneschal]

Alonso Diaz Agreed. Me2

[@grupplenick]

2 minutes in and I already love this guy

[@brianrodas2956]

Alright I feel personally attacked. That water and salad had NO business messing my stomach up like it did after haphazardly driving to Taco Bell for a Crunchwrap supreme after having seven shots of tequila. You sir, have no idea how rough it was. Appreciate the laughs. Stellar work.

[@fabiobs98]

I don’t usually leave a comment like this but you’re really good at explaining stuff and make it fun to watch! Please do more vids like this! +sub :)))

[@grainydaysss]

Welcome to the party!

[@AydenIsenbergPhoto]

I think it's funny how, 4 years after this video is uploaded and 2 years of owning a Digital SLR, this video helped me discover that the tiny button by my lens on my camera is a field of view preview button

[@bohemproduction]

I just love your style of talking and humour :) Great channel

[@caldera878]

I can't go anywhere in YT without an sponsor or ad jabbing into a video!

[@grainydaysss]

they're out to get ya

[@andi]

You’re so harsh on yourself mate 😂 great vid though, I really enjoyed it 👏

[@samwilkes-green4835]

I think you definitely got unlucky with your FD lenses. Ive got a few of them, and they're able to resolve to levels where i'm limited by the pixels of my Fujifilm, which as its a cropped sensor with 26mp.

[@chetprice]

Watch out for the mirror spring. That camera is notorious for that going out. You’ll be able to tell almost immediately because it will sound weird. And when you get the pics back you will notice there is a portion at the top of the negative that is unexposed.

[@skunklungz]

7:21 my heart dropped lol

[@stayfit097]

I knew in the first 10 seconds id love this and sure enough I did

[@jaguarguitar]

Get a Spotmatic and use those M42 lenses the way God intended to. Apart from automatic aperture closing, you also get open aperture metering if you have the Spotmatic F and SMC Takumar lenses. Not to mention that your lenses will have proper orientation when fully screwed too.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Midnight taco bell and disappoint, a man after my own heart. Really dig your stuff dude.

[@rafaelrivera4912]

This is probably the best review of any film camera out there hahaha

[@mellowbenji]

cool review , funny. this canon series is stamped for sure

[@geekylucas]

One of the better film photog channels. 👍

[@SatanSupimpa]

Gimme more of that sweet swirly bokeh. I love the Helios 44.

[@kylekrulikowski2588]

those sunset shots are killer

[@Standbackforscience]

Came for the film, stayed for the humor.

[@Ian-qh7le]

That is the most appealing Thumbnail and idk why

[@TeodorNastase]

you should get some actual Canon glass, the 50mm 1.4 is a pleasure to use, very sharp and like $60

[@grainydaysss]

Haha i actually have the 50mm, but I think there's something wrong with it because there is ghosting everywhere on it

[@davidjohansson4315]

grainydays I have the Frankly Disappointing lens as well, for a Canon A-1 though. Disappointed about 65% of the time, but that might be because my shitty skills or just lazy (impatient) scanning. It should be fucking awesome.

[@tubecorr]

I have the 50mm 1.4 too and I always get amazing quality from it. The newer plastic version is the best I think. The 28mm 2.8 on the other hand... I've owned 2 of them and they were both soft mid frame.

[@DougHall65]

Solid review, (though I find it odd that you crap on Canon FD lenses, despite not owning or using Canon FD lenses).

[@grainydaysss]

Thanks! I actually have 2 fd lenses that I've used quite a bit, and I've tried a third one.

[@thepirateshoots]

the black version and the autowinder kill it :) ... I've got the silver version (only) .... The cam is very reliable and easy to use.

[@dustysprockets1505]

Came back amd watched the video that started it all with choosing my first film camera Feels good

[@bySBMedia]

The photos from the sunset are great!

[@stephenalkire590]

love your humor and videos man!

[@MrHaydnSir]

thanks to your years of influence, today the first film camera i bought myself arrived - no prizes for guessing my big reveal, it's an AE-1 (Programme) and shoutout to the New Zealand Rugby Team, because it too is all black

[@comfortablyblind6853]

I have an A-1 and an AE-1 Program. Would love an AE-1. Great video. subbed.

[@frederiklund7693]

Dude this video is fucking awesome! And you're an awesome photography - love your sarcasm!

[@tracylynnw]

My granny owned a Toyota Corolla, it was a reliable automobile.

[@trueblack6760]

Aperture, shutter speed and disappointment... Every comment of your's are so fun to hear. BTW I want see your large format camera as well.

[@sectorz8171]

Found a AE-1 Program at a flea market last weekend with a 50mm lens, and Tamron 80-210mm lens (with case) for $40... Couldn't believe my luck. Shutter works, getting film in soon to test it all out.

[@kimfucku8074]

Still have my Canon A-1 with a lot of lenses, film winder and flash. Bought it in the 80's.

[@royaltykidstv]

Dead during the funny parts bro 😂

[@roywales4444]

Good video mate and cracked up over your sense of humour. Plan on getting out with the AE-1 after the makeover 👍

[@lemo_manda6076]

5:56 this is one of the coolest photographs I've ever seen.

[@lowfatedes]

Idk, 4:11 is pretty good

[@panoramablack]

Thanks for shouting out Yogurt. The internet needs more Yogurt Mentions. Yogurt boys up early, eating their #probiotics.

[@skinnybreakfast]

you're the friend I wish I had. great humour.

[@will.isnull]

Holy shit your humor sends me every time, and your photos are so insanely, just, wow. Like you seriously are a fantastic photographer. Love the channel!!

[@jsdhesmith2011]

Subbed for the humor. Oh, and I want to see more videos about camera shit.

[@brendanwho]

i wish the disappointment part wasnt so accurate... 😂

[@RevanPS]

to anyone looking to buy this camera I'd suggest to consider A1 instead, much better value. Don't take Jason's comment on FD lenses too serious, there're many great lenses at a bargain price. Great video though 👍

[@adrianarmenta3572]

What film did you use at 5:57? I love the colors - especially the reds from your photos of that trip!

[@grainydaysss]

Thanks dawg! It's portra 400!

[@andyash2120]

Sarcasm = level British. Well done.

[@ryans_life]

big time mate, I said the same on another video. Love that wit. Great channel

[@thatguitarist9340]

Hey from Scotland :) So I just bought an AV-1 for £35 from a charity shop, and it came with a 50mm canon FD lens. It was an absolute steal. As far as I can tell it looks brand new. The shutter fires and the film winds so that's all I know for now. On the AV-1 I can't even adjust my shutter speed. I get a 1 60th of a second option or auto and that's it. It's as basic as a shooting experience as I think money can buy. But I absolutely love it. Later this week I'm going to shoot my first roll of kodak gold 200. I cannot wait. After getting my first few rolls of film developed I plan on getting another film camera which I can get more hands on with like shutter speed etc. Any advice on what my next camera should be? My budget would be about 100 pounds :)

[@painovoimaton]

Shutter priority is useful only for something like sports photography and an aperture priority camera will be a much better teacher

[@Being_Joe]

Got to agree about the FD disappointment. I have a 50mm 1.8FD with this camera and I only really like black and white images. Not to crazy of the color images I get with this camera/lens combo. I never considered a m42 adapter. That would actually make this camera a lot better to use.

[@shirtstealer86]

You’re good at making videos but in this one I thought it was a bit odd that you didn’t talk at all about the shutter prio aspect, and what you think about that way of shooting.

[@gloomy5665]

I have an older canon 35mm camera. The canon EF, which is pretty unknown actually. It looks pretty similar to the AE.

[@savsroom5195]

the moose shot reminds me of the album cover for albatross by foxing for some reason

[@parranoic]

Hands down the best video about this camera

[@tomfitzgerald4760]

This is like the Henry's Kitchen of camera reviews

[@roiloubia4483]

Very nice shots. Bravo

[@TheVirginianRambler]

Ive been using a minolta xg-m and it took this video to show me how to change my iso. Like wow. thank you so much