Canon 28mm f/2
The Canon FD 28mm f/2 is a fast manual-focus wide-angle prime for the Canon FD mount system, produced during the FD era (1971–1987) for 35mm SLR bodies. Designed for general reportage, landscape, and low-light wide work, its f/2 maximum aperture made it one of the brighter 28mm options in the FD line-up.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the FD 28mm f/2 have ranged from £138 to £380, with a median around £188 based on the sales on record. A clean October 2023 result of £380 sits well above the two 2025 hammers of £188 and £138, suggesting condition and completeness drive most of the variance in what this lens is worth today. As of 2026, typical saleroom value is in the mid-hundreds for tidy copies, while rough examples sell for under £150.
Variants
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| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| FD | — | — | 11 | £70 – £606 |
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 | USD 810 | £606 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: Box Rare!!! [MINT] Canon FD 28mm F2 S.S.C. SSC Wide Angle MF Lens JAPAN #284
Description:
Box Rare! [MINT] Canon FD 28mm F2 S.S.C. SSC Wide Angle MF Lens JAPAN #284. Total Condition MINT. Functional It works properly. Serial Number 19195. No problem in the shooting. Optics Very beautiful condition. Location: Machida.Tokyo, Japan |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 750 | £561 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: [Top MINT] Canon FD 28mm F2 S.S.C. SSC Wide Angle MF Lens From JAPAN
Description:
There are no large dusts. No problem in the shooting. Appearance is beautiful. Weekends are not available because office is closed. There is no balsam separation. I send a product byDHL. Beautiful condition. Location: Tokyo, TOKYO, Japan |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 800 | £598 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: Tested [Top MINT w/ Case] Canon FD 28mm f2 S.S.C. SSC Wide Angle Lens From JAPAN
Description:
Front lens cap, Rear lens cap, Lens filter. By weight and shape of each product, I use 13 kind of cushioning materials and pursue safety and weight reduction. Appearance;. Appearance is beautiful. Location: HAMAMATSU, SHIZUOKA, Japan |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 700 | £524 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: **MINT w/ Case** Canon FD 28mm f/2 S.S.C. SSC Manual Focus Wide Angle From Japan
Description:
MINT w/ Case Canon FD 28mm f/2 S.S.C. SSC. Manual Focus Wide Angle From Japan. By weight and shape of each product, we use 13 kind of cushioning materials and pursue safety and weight reduction. ■ Appearance. Location: Aichi, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 545 | £408 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: Canon 28mm F2 S.S.C Wide Angle FD Lens Japan 28/2 SSC metal O-ring USA SHIPPING
Description:
It features a maximum aperture of f/2 and a focal length of 28mm, making it ideal for capturing wide-angle shots with excellent image quality. Light scratches and cleaning marks on the body can be repainted, the glass is great little bit of dust but shoots perfect. Location: Paramount, California, United States |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 160 | £120 | 🇺🇸 eBay | FD | |
Title: [Exc+5] Canon New FD NFD 28mm f2 MF Wide Angle Lens From JAPAN
Description:
The lens filter area is slightly bent, so a filter cannot be attached. However, the front lens cap can be attached. There is no large dusts. tiny scuffs from normal use. All other functions works. Location: SHIKI-CITY, SAITAMA, Japan |
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| Mar 2026 | £70 | £70 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | FD | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 100) Title: A Canon FD 28mm f/2 Lens and Canon Accessories
Description:
A Canon FD 28mm f/2 Lens and Canon Accessories, barrel G, elements F, on Canon macro lens converter FD-EOS, a set of Canon auto bellows, 580EX, two |
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| May 2025 | £188 | £150 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 130) Title: A Canon FD f/2 28mm Lens
Description:
black, serial no. 30298, body, VG, elements, G-VG, some light internal haze, complete with lens hood SKA0159B |
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| Apr 2025 | £138 | £110 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 208) Title: A Canon FD f/2 28mm lens
Description:
black, barrel VG, optics VG, with caps and case. |
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| Feb 2025 | £162 | £130 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | FD | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 198) Title: A Canon FD f/2 28mm Lens
Description:
black, barrel VG, optics G, with caps and hood. |
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| Oct 2023 | £380 | £380 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | FD | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 352) Title: A Canon FD 28mm f/2 S.S.C. Lens
Description:
A Canon FD 28mm f/2 S.S.C. Lens, serial no 20685, barrel G-VG, elements G-VG, with front & rear caps, in Canon lens case |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon FD 28mm f/2 worth at UK auction?
Recorded hammer prices range from £138 to £380, with a median near £188 — so a clean, working copy is typically worth somewhere in the mid-hundreds at saleroom level.
How much does a Canon FD 28mm f/2 sell for today?
In the current UK auction market the lens sells for roughly £140 at the low end for tired examples up to around £380 for a clean one, based on verified sales on file.
Why do prices for this lens vary so much?
Condition is the main driver of price: fungus, haze, oily aperture blades or stiff focus will pull hammer values toward the lower end of the range, while clean optics and smooth mechanics push towards the top.
Will a Canon FD 28mm f/2 fit modern Canon cameras?
It is a manual-focus FD-mount lens from the 1971–1987 era and does not natively fit Canon EF or RF bodies; use on modern cameras requires an adapter, and results vary depending on the adapter type.