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Explore the world of vintage lenses through repair notes, real test shots, and detailed forum threads packed with images.

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Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7

Though probably the best selling fast lensed compact 35 RF, today the G-III 17 mostly goes un-noticed and unwanted at camera shows. Yet, the G-III 17 has many features which current production cameras in its price range don't have: a sharp fast 40/1.7 lens, user selectable rangefinder focusing, and flash sync at all speeds. It is one of the nicest of the '70s compact Rangefinder genre.Read more...
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8173 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8173
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8167 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8167
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8166 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8166
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8171 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8171
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8165 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8165
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8172 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8172
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8169 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8169
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8168 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8168
Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8170 Canon QL17-III black 40mm f1.7-8170