Canon F-1N "50th Anniversary"
The Canon F-1N "50th Anniversary" is a commemorative variant of Canon's professional 35mm SLR system, released to mark the company's 50 years in business. It uses the Canon FD manual-focus lens mount and was sold in limited numbers, which is the main driver of its collector value today.
Auction data for this commemorative variant is thin: a single UK saleroom result from 2019 saw an example sell for £1,300 at hammer (wholesale, before commission). With only one verified data point, today's value is best treated as indicative rather than a firm guide, and clean, boxed examples with original paperwork are what command this kind of price.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: November 2019
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2019 | EUR 1,300 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 35 (Lot AI_35_38003) Title: Canon F-1N '50th Anniversary'
Description:
uncommon special edition Canon F-1N, issued to commemorate 50 years of Canon, in mint, unused condition, with all papers, maker's special box Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon F-1N 50th Anniversary worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction data available, an example sold for £1,300 hammer in 2019; with only one verified sale, treat that figure as indicative of where a clean, complete example may sit rather than a firm market price.
How much does a Canon F-1N 50th Anniversary sell for at auction?
The one verified UK saleroom result on file is £1,300 at hammer, excluding buyer's and seller's commission. Final value depends heavily on condition and whether the original box and paperwork are included.
Why is the 50th Anniversary F-1N more valuable than a standard F-1N?
It was produced as a limited commemorative edition, so its price reflects collector demand for the specific variant rather than any change in the underlying camera's specifications.