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<p>Recently I was able to find a Canon FTBn in real clean condition. It was actually a trade among friends -- an Elan IIe for the FTBn. It's been recently serviced. I have a few FD lenses that will work well with this body. First impression? Boy, this body is built like a tank, I think even heavier than my T-90. After all the automation of digital and autofocus Canon bodies I am hoping to re-learn some basics. What might I expect with such a camera ? Does anyone else shoot with such a vintage (40 years old !) piece of photo history ? Thank you in advance for your help and commentary. I will be shooting a roll of Tri X this week to get the "feel" of things and get acclimated with the match needle technology.<br> Robb</p>

<p>I was hoping to get some feedback on how well the Canon FD Macrolite-1 works for close ups for bugs and flowers. I currently use a Sunpak 411 which has the the ability to shoot from 1/2 to 1/16 power of the full flash ... I use it on a bracket off the body of the camera (Canon A-1) and it works fine. The ML-1 I am currently looking at is relatively minty, with instructions, complete, boxed. Is it worth ? Are the images illuminated normally ? I am thinking with two flashes on either side of the lens the lighting would be rather harsh. I am partial to the Sunpak, but I have been told I am Canon FD camera and accessory junkie at times. I can remember lusting after this item over 30 years ago until I discovered the Sunpak, which is an amazing item, considering how it swivels in many directions.<br> <br /> Thanks in advance,<br /> Robb</p>