Canon F-1 olive (ODF-1, military)
The Canon F-1 olive (ODF-1) is a military-finish variant of Canon's professional 35mm SLR, finished in olive drab rather than the standard black. It uses the Canon FD manual-focus lens mount and was positioned as a specialist version of the F-1 line aimed at institutional and military buyers.
Hammer prices for this olive ODF-1 variant at UK auction have ranged from £900 to £1,100, with both recorded sales clustered in that band — a level well above what a standard black F-1 typically sells for today. Because only two saleroom results are on file, those auction figures should be treated as indicative rather than a settled market value, and condition plus completeness of military markings can swing what an example is worth.
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: June 2026
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| Jun 2026 | £750 | £750 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Canon F-1 Olive Drab 35mm SLR Film Camera Body limited production. Excellent+++
Description:
The Canon F-1 Olive Drab 35mm SLR Film Camera Body is a limited production camera from the 1970s, known for its high-quality performance and durability. The item would be near mint but for some wear on the leading edge by the film winder and some almost imperceptible marks and the slightest of dints on the apex. A beautiful collectors piece at a competive price. But message me if you have any queries and I will do my best to assist. Location: Harpenden, United Kingdom |
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| Oct 2015 | £380 | £380 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive) | |
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Auction: Camera & Photographica Equipment Auction Thursday 29th October 2015 at 11:00 (Lot 66) Title: A Canon F-1 Olive SLR Body
Description:
A Canon F-1 Olive SLR Body, 'ODF-1' Olive drab, serial no. 577061, body, VG, with maker's case and olive drab strap Estimate: £200 - £300 |
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| Nov 2014 | EUR 550 | £435 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 26 (Lot AI_26_30867) Title: Canon F-1 olive
Description:
rare olive painted body in good working order with papers and maker's box, clean Canon FD 1.8/50mm no.164162 Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 800 |
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| Nov 2013 | EUR 1,100 | £922 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 24 (Lot AI_24_29243) Title: Canon F-1 olive
Description:
rare olive painted body in mint condition with strap, papers and maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| May 2009 | EUR 900 | £796 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 15 (Lot AI_15_19027) Title: Canon F-1 olive
Description:
rare olive painted body in good working order with papers and maker's box, Canon FD 1.8/50mm no.164162, filter, cap, hood Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 800 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon F-1 olive (ODF-1) worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, an ODF-1 has sold in the £900–£1,100 range, though with only two recorded sales the value of any given example depends heavily on paint originality and military markings.
How much does a Canon ODF-1 sell for compared to a standard F-1?
The olive military F-1 sells for a clear premium over standard black F-1 bodies at auction, with recorded prices around £900 to £1,100 reflecting its scarcity rather than any difference in specification.
Why is the olive F-1 more valuable than the regular F-1?
The price reflects the rarity of the olive-drab military finish and collector demand for issued variants, not improved performance — mechanically it is the same FD-mount F-1 platform.