Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C.
The Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. is a fast standard prime manual-focus lens for Canon's FD mount, produced during the 1970s FD era. Designed for 35mm SLR bodies, its f/1.2 maximum aperture made it a low-light and shallow-depth-of-field workhorse for full-frame film photography.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. have ranged from £90 to £164, with a median around £140 — wholesale saleroom results rather than retail asking prices. As of 2026, clean, fungus-free copies sit at the upper end of that range, while examples with cosmetic or optical issues sell for less. What a FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. is worth today depends heavily on glass condition and aperture smoothness.
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.
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| Nov 2025 | £90 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 263) Title: A Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. Lens
Description:
A Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. Lens, serial no 127279, barrel G, elements G-VG, with front and unbranded rear cap |
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| Oct 2025 | £164 | Chiswick Auctions | |
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Auction: Photographica (Lot 349) Title: A Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. Lens
Description:
A Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. Lens Serial No: 115129 Body: VG Optics: VG Notes: with maker's caps (Qty: 1) |
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| Oct 2024 | £140 | David Duggleby | |
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Auction: Cameras, Maritime & Scientific Instruments (Lot 3017) Title: Canon FD 55mm 1:1.2 lens serial no. 20539, in carry pouch
Description:
Canon FD 55mm 1:1.2 lens serial no. 20539, in carry pouch |
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