Canon 20mm f/2.8
The Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 is a manual-focus ultra-wide-angle prime for Canon's FD bayonet system, produced during the FD era (1971–1987). With its 20mm focal length and f/2.8 maximum aperture, it was designed for landscape, architectural and interior work on 35mm film SLRs.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the FD 20mm f/2.8 have sat in a tight £150–£170 band across the two recorded sales, giving a median around £160 — a useful guide to what the lens is worth at saleroom level today in 2026. Because these are wholesale auction results rather than retail, clean dealer-listed copies typically sell for more, and the price a user-grade example fetches depends heavily on glass and aperture condition.
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| EF USM | — | — | 9 | £90 – £159 |
| FD | — | — | 9 | £120 – £247 |
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: August 2026
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| Aug 2026 | £159 | £159 | 🇬🇧 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon 20mm Wide-Angle Lens F2.8 EF USM , Prime , Sharp, Full Frame, Good Cond.
Description:
For sale a Canon 20mm Wide-Angle Lens F2.8 EF USMin excellent working condition. Autofocus/Manual Focus: Smooth manual focus from close to infinity focus and fully working autofocus. Glass: Very clean optically with minimal amount of dust, no scratches or fungus. Location: GB, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £94 | £94 | 🇬🇧 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon EF 20mm F/2.8 USM Lens - Immaculate
Description:
Canon EF 20mm F/2.8 USM Lens. Immaculate condition. Comes with original front and rear lens caps and box. Location: Redditch, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £138 | £138 | 🇬🇧 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon EF 20mm F2.8 Prime Autofocus USM Lens Refurbished +12Month Guarantee.
Description:
Canon Front (few marks) & Rear Lens Cap. This item is part of the UPG24 Refurbished Program and has been professionally inspected, cleaned and fully tested by our in-house technicians. These do not affect performance or image quality. Location: Halesowen, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 120 | £90 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Lens Working & Tested
Description:
Up for sale is a Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Lens. Good used condition. Markings are crisp and clear. This is a good working example of this lens. Location: Tampa, Florida, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | £155 | £155 | 🇬🇧 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon EF AF 20mm f2.8 USM Wide Angle Prime Lens, VGC, UK, Warranty!
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Canon EF AF 20mm f2.8 USM Wide Angle Prime Lens, VGC, UK, Warranty! at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products! Location: Brentford, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £247 | £247 | 🇬🇧 eBay | FD | |
Title: Inch Nearly New Canon Fd Nfd 20mm f2.8 Mf Wide Angle Lens From Japan #695
Description:
Gesamtnote (Fast neuwertig) Aussehen Schön, minimale Gebrauchsspuren. *Bitte überprüfen Sie die Fotos. Einige leichte Kratzer durch normalen Gebrauch. Optik Kein Pilz Kein Nebel Keine Kratzer Keine Balsam-Trennung Sehr wenig Staub. (Es hat keinen Einfluss auf das Fotoshooting.) Funktional Richtig arbeiten Fokusring: Funktioniert reibungslos Blendenlamellen: Keine Ölflecken, funktionieren gut Seriell 40274 Gebündelte Artikel Alles, was Sie auf dem Bild sehen können, ist in einem Paket enthalten. Weitere Details entnehmen Sie bitte den Bildern. Bitte schauen Sie sich die Bilder an und zögern Sie nicht, Fragen zum Artikel zu stellen! Danke schön. Location: Hyogo, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 157 | £117 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: Canon EF 20mm F2.8 USM [Near Mint] Tested Working From Japan 998
Description:
■ Near Mint! Canon EF 20mm F2.8 USM From Japan 998. Grade Near Mint. Near Mint Minimal sings of use, Still very clean. Function Tested and working. Top Mint Rarely used, but pre-owned. Mint Almost no signs of use. Location: Tokyo, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 139 | £104 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: [Exc+5] Canon EF 20mm F2.8 USM Ultrasonic AF Wide Angle Lens From Japan
Description:
Front lens cap, Rear lens cap. There are no large dusts. Serial Number;. It works properly. Functional;. There are no scratches. Location: kodaira,Tokyo, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 150 | £112 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: [Near MINT+++/w hood] Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Wide Angle Lens w/ Caps From JAPAN
Description:
There is no large dusts. tiny scuffs from normal use. Beautiful condition. Weekends are not available because office is closed. It shows signs of use. Appearance;. Above condition is based on my own opinion. Location: kumamoto-si,nishi-ku, KUMAMOTO, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 139 | £104 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF USM | |
Title: [Near MINT] Canon EF 20mm F2.8 USM Wide Angle Lens from JAPAN
Description:
From Japan With Love. No surprises. No compromises. There is no large dusts. We are committed to resolving every concern promptly and fairly. From Misato, Saitama — Japan With Love. "Exactly as described. Location: MISATO , SAITAMA, Japan |
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| Mar 2026 | £162 | £130 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 463) Title: A Canon FD f/2.8 20mm Lens
Description:
black, barrel G, optics G, with caps. |
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| Mar 2025 | £238 | £190 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 444) Title: A Canon FD f/2.8 20mm Lens
Description:
black, serial number 28382, barrel VG-E, optics VG, with caps. |
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| Apr 2024 | £150 | £150 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | FD | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 310) Title: A Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 Lens
Description:
A Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 Lens, serial no 12591, barrel G, elements G-VG, with front and rear caps |
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| Apr 2024 | £150 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 253) Title: A Canon FDn f/2.8 20mm Lens
Description:
date code 1979, serial no.10789, body G-VG, optics F-G, mild fungus on rear element, with LH-C10 lens case, Canon 72mm skylight filter and caps |
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| Apr 2024 | £212 | £170 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 100) Title: A Canon Lens FD f/2.8 20mm Camera Lens
Description:
black, body G-VG, optics VG, some very light dust & haze present, with front & rear caps, (Qty: 1) |
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| Oct 2023 | £170 | £170 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | FD | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 349) Title: A Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 Lens
Description:
A Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 Lens, serial no 43473, barrel G, elements G-VG, with front & rear caps and Canon 72mm UV 1x filter |
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| Oct 2022 | £238 | £190 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 271) Title: A Canon FD f/2.8 20mm Lens
Description:
black, serial no. 21308, body, VG, elements, VG, compelte with maker's caps |
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| May 2022 | £225 | £180 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 350) Title: A Canon FD f/2.8 20mm Lens
Description:
black, serial no. 10374, body, VG, elements, VG-E |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 sell for at UK auction?
Recorded hammer prices sit between £150 and £170, with a median around £160 based on two UK saleroom results.
What is a Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 worth today?
As a wholesale auction value, expect roughly £150–£170 for a working copy; retail prices from dealers are generally higher to cover testing, warranty and margin.
Is the Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 a good buy on a budget?
At current price levels it remains one of the more affordable routes into a fast 20mm prime for FD-mount film SLRs, provided the glass is clean and the aperture blades are oil-free.