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IMPORTANT: These AF lenses with the FD mount are NOT compatible with the
introduced in 1987. The T80 has all the features available in the mulltimode T70
of 5 programmed modes for different shooting situations.
The modes are represented by instantly recognizable LCD "pictographs" (Icons) on the top panel.
Film transport, from loading to rewind, is fully automatic.
The LCD provides selection of the five programmed modes in Icon as well as selection of number to represent
1) preference to greater depth of field to the scene. Near to far, appears in sharp focus.
2) Shallow Focus Mode. Give emphasize to portraiture kind of photography. The programmed
preference is open up the lens' maximum aperture to provide shallow depth of field - a blur effect
behind the sharp focused subject to stand out. An ideal programmed setting for portraiture.
3) Stop action Mode. It freezes action with a permissible higher speed with the lens use
or action preferred priority mode.
4) Deep focus (great Depth of Field) Mode
5) Flowing Mode. Slow shutter speed, when combined with panning technique can g
sense of movement. It blurs either the subject or the background. It limits to 4 selectab
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combinations: 1/15 sec, 1/30 sec. 1/60 sec and 1/125 sec. These are sufficient to cater
needs.
Warning: The T-80 featured here (For that matter, all A and T series models ap
FD mount and thus is not compatible with the many current autofocus EOS
accessories. If you have already owned a SLR system, I don't actually recomme
some specific reasons like troubled eyesight or if it comes in really cheap or may b
built-up a FD system over the years and you don't want to abandon them (Beca
sense, an entry EOS model will be more logical if the price is the same). I don't li
who comes into my site, please make note of that before any decision
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Canon T80 Camera - Main Features Part II
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Liquid crystal display panel The Canon T80's liquid crystal display panel is maintained on
"active" status in all camera states. The pictographs for the five programmed AE modes remain in
the display at all times in a semi-darkened condition, with only the pictograph for the selected
mode being completely dark.
Numerical information includes film speed, the four shutter speeds of the Flowing
counter number and self-timer countdown, while a beeper indicator appears to re-c
focus has been achieved.Note: all of the indicators are shown, but normally only
needed at a particular time is displayed.
The display system employed is easy to use for one simple rea
communicates information in visual terms, in a way that is re
understood. Using LCD pictographs to symbolize the most w
employed photographic techniques, the system gives the photo
all the options for any photo situation.
More pictures...
The respective camera manufacturers were thinking of a more simple ways to illustrate the
sophistication of exposure control methods and growing complicated camera handlings. The T
series models, in a way it was very popular and not short of new SLR users. The T-80 was first in
a series to use such LCD display to lead and help a user to understand easily how to handle the
embedded exposure methods in visual form. You simply choose the most resembles the subject,
and the way you visualise the image, and leave the T80 to look after all the technical details.
Light metering For measuring light, the Canon T80 utilizes the centerweighted average metering
system. What this means is that sensitivity is concentrated on the central picture area - the normal
subject position - and diminishes toward the edges. However, the partial metering system
commonly found on other more advance T series models was not provided in the T-80.
The metering system was a through-the-lens (TTL) full aperture (for BOTH AC and
silicon photocell (SPC) to provide center-weighted average metering
Autofocus system Light from the subject passes through the lens, with a portion of it split off at
the main mirror and passed down to the ranging sensor unit in the bottom of the mirror box. Three
CCD line sensors - the nucleus of the autofocus system employed in the T-80 measures subject
contrast to calculate the subject distance, and then adjusts the focus of any of the three specially
designed, dedicated autofocus lenses. There are two modes. "One-shot" autofocus stops the
system as soon as focus has been found: "servo" alters the focus if the subject distance changes,
like when the subject starts to move. To activate the system you simply press the shutter button
down halfway - the T80 does the rest.
"...Think what it would be like to hold a camera that would help you form a mental picture of the image you want to capture. Now take a close look at the Canon T80. A f
System, plus lenses which focus automatically, make the camera one of the most advanced SLR cameras you can buy. But the first thing you'll notice is the clean, unc
designed the camera to let you concentrate on what you want done - not on how to do it. The T80's full range of automatic functions - makes 35 mm SLR photography a
Critics had derided the T80 as ancient, even when it was first available in late 1985, comparing it to Minolta's Mxxum/Dynax 7000 AF 35mm SLR camera that was launc
The Minolta 7000 offered body-integral autofocus with a wide selection of AF lenses employing a new mount that was virtually incompatible with the older MD lenses for
cameras. Canon's T80, however, utilised the lens-integral autofocus system - a concept which was improved upon for the later EOS System
Lens-integral AF system is not new. Earlier AF zoom lenses with built-in motors made to provide autofocus fea
cameras were available from Canon, Nikon and Pentax. Before the T80, Canon's first entry into autofocus was th
based on the New FD 35-70mm f/4. It was basically the same zoom lens with AF motors built-in and utilized the
system was based on the active autofocus system used on Canon's AF 35mm compacts of th
The autofocus operation is enabled with a button on the lens itself. Its AF speed is nothing compared to those em
the T80 but nevertheless, it worked for most subjects except fast moving ones! Canon has always bank on its
motors is the right way to create a full-fledged AF 35mm SLR camera system despite the earlier disadvantag
compared to the body-integral version pioneered by Minolta.
The success of the EOS System proved that Canon was right all along on its insistence of employing lens-integral AF motors system for 35mm SLR camera. Both Mi
"adopted" this method a few years back - Minolta's Vectis AF SLR for the Advanced Photo System (APS) uses lens-integral AF motors while Nikon's earlier AF-I Nikkor
Wave Nikkors are also using the lens-integral AF motors. Sigma, the independent lens maker, has also adopted the lens-integral AF motors for its range of Hyperwave
Canons but Nikon's cameras as well.
-Kai Pin-
New finder The Canon T80 employs a laser matte focusing screen to provide you with a bright
and clear view of your subject. For extra convenience, an information display is provided to the
right and outside of the viewing field.
When film rewinding is complete, the cartridge symbol in the LCD display will begin
AC 35-70mm f3.5-4.5
AC 75-200mm f4.5
Format
24 x 36mm
Maximum
Aperture
f1.8
f4.5
Lens
Constructions
6 elements in 4
groups
9 elements in 8 groups
11 elements in 8 groups
Coating
Spectra Coating
(S.C.)
Angle of View
Horizontal
Vertical
Diagonal
40
27
46
54- 29
38- 19 30'
63- 34
Focusing
Mechanism
Automatic or manual
Straight helicoid type
Automatic or manual
Rotation of front group elements
AUTO focusing
range
0.6 - OO (m)
1.8 - OO (m)
Zooming
Zooming Scale
35, 50, 70
(All dark Yellow)
Macro Mechanism
35mm 0.11X
(218 x 327 mm)
70mm 0.2X
(120 x 180mm)
Macro
Magnification
Mount
27- 10
18 11'- 7
32 11'- 12
Automatic or manual
Rotation of front group elemen
Filter Diameter
52mm
58mm
Lens Hood
BW-66
BT-58
Dimensions
74.2(W) x 66(H) x
47.5(D) mm
(2-15/16" x 2-5/8" x
1 -7/8")
Weight
210g
(7-7/16 Oz)
But the T-80 is not just an AF SLR to take only these lenses mentioned. With any FD lenses, the
camera reacts and behaves like an electronic rangefinder camera.
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More importantly, like the T-70 and the later T-90, these models can take in
even FL lenses ! Note: the first T series model, T-50 can only accept FD lenses or new
cannot be used.
Command Back 80 This slimline, optional command center offers a complete range of quartzcontrolled data imprinting and timer functions, including time/date recording, alphanumeric coding,
frame counter, self-timed shutter release, fixed interval shooting, and programmable number of
exposures. An LCD readout and pushbuttons located behind a flip-down panel are used to input
instructions.
External Link: Canon Command Back for T-series Models Instruction Manua
for Canon T-70, T80 and even T-90 Command Back. An excellent Canon FD res
you by Christian Rollinger from Luxembourg.
Self-timed shutter release You can program the Command Back 80 to automatically release the shutter at the end of any t
one second to 23 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds.
Fixed interval shooting The T80 can be set to take pictures at predetermined intervals for a specific numb
Programmable number of exposures The frame counter function can be used to program the T80 to take a specified num
Data Recording Time/date recording A built-in calendar is programmed up to the year 2029, keeping track of both leap years and different month lengths. Th
recorded on the film in any order, while for an up-to-the-minute record, the day/hour/minute can be imprinted.
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To turn the T80 on, move the main switch from the "L" position (where the shutter release
"A" position. Move it to the "SELF" position to use the self-timer function
Mode/lSO/BC buttons Conveniently located on the top of the T80 on the left side are thre
mode selector is used for selecting any one of the five AE program modes, the ISO button
the film speed on the camera (from ISO 12 - 1600), and the BC button is used for chec
energy level.
Comfortable grip The T80's large, non-slip contoured grip is right in line with Canon's design
concept of ensuring easy operation and handling: you can maintain a stable, secure hold on the
camera in all kinds of shooting situations.
Exposure compensation button If you want to maintain your camera position (because
landmark behind your subject, for example) but find the background somewhat bright, y
button to ensure better exposure for the subject area.
Battery chamber The battery chamber on the bottom of the T80 holds four A
which drive all circuits within the camera body and also the lens
Alkaline batteries are standard but carbon-zinc may also he used. Other than the standard
batteries for camera function, there is a separate battery for memory backup - a built-in lithium
battery (BR-1225 or CR-1220); battery life is approx. five years.
Remote control terminal By plugging Canon's Remote Switch 60T3 cable into the re
terminal, you can control the T80's shutter release from a remote location. You can sh
accessories with other T models like the T50 and T70 and even those designed for th
Various C
Speeedlite
Before we part: Granted the Canon T80 was a good camera despite its relatively short time
frame of availability in the market - it disappeared quietly shortly before the T90 make its debut in
mid-1986. What are the pros and cons of buying a used Canon T80 should you come across one
which is still in excellent condition?
What should be the appropriate price for it? By right, it should cost not more than US$150-180
(Those dealers will probably kill me for this remark...) inclusive with the AC 35-70mm zoom lens.
Anything more than this amount is too much for anyone to consider since you are better off
spending the money on a brand new Canon EOS 88 (Rebel G) or EOS 300 (Rebel 2000) models.
This is fair, because you have support issue for an obsolete camera model. If you hardly take 5080 rolls of film a year or has been developing some eye-sight problem but you have already
established a good collection of FD system accessories or lenses - the T80 at an resonably good
entry price can be a good consideration. A kind reminder: Although the pictographs on the LCD
panel look and function great, but since LCD has limited effective life span of around 10 years and
in most cases (and areas) T-80 has lapsed Canon commitment on parts and services, unless you
are sure what you will be facing in the future, please bear in mind to double check the LCD display
(See if it starts to dim and usually low contrast is the indication the LCD may be 'weak' and due for
replacement).
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Technical Specification:
Type: 35mm focal-plane shutter AF SLR camera with built-in winder and multi-mode AE control
Picture Size: 24 x 36 mm
Lens Mount: FD mount (with AC signal transmission capability)
Shutter: Canon EMAS-II shutter.Vertical-travel, focal-plane electronic shutter. With multiprogram AE and preset aperture AE: 2, 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
1/1000 sec. For manual: B and 1/60 sec. X-sync at 1/90 sec. (hot shoe).
Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism. Cross-split prism rangefinder; LED display with manual
indicator, AE program indicator, camera-shake and over/underexposure indicator, mode warning,
flash charge completion. 0.83x magnification, 92% vertical coverage, 93% horizontal coverage.
Laser Matte with cross split prism rangefinder.
Finder information: Four-point LED; displayed to the right of viewing area.
M (red) - Manual indicator (stopped-down, bulb, manual flash); flashes at 4Hz.
P (green) - AE (program) indicator when steadily illuminated. Flashes for camera-shake and
over/underexposure warnings (at 1 Hz for 1/90-1/30sec., at 2Hz for 1/30 - 2s ec, and at 8Hz for
over/underexposure).
O (red) - Mode warning indicator; illuminates steadily.
(green) - Flash charge completion indicator; illuminates steadily. Light metering system: Throughthe-lens (TTL) full aperture (for AC and FD lenses) using silicon photocell (SPC), center-weighted
average metering.
Metering System: Through-the-lens. Centerweighted average metering by silicon photocell.
Metering and Exposure Control: SPC for TTL full-aperture metering (centerweighted averaging)
with multi-program AE and TTL preset aperture
AE. Picture-taking mode selected with pictograph on external LCD. Exposure compensation range
of 1.5 EV.
AE control system: A) Multi-program AE with Picture Selector System (1) Deep focus (deep field
of focus) (2) Shallow focus (shallow field of focus) (3) Stop action (stop subject motion) (4) Flowing
(shutter speeds of 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125 sec.) (5) Standard program B) Stopped-down AE (only
for lenses without FD signal pins - e.g. FL or bellow lens)
Metering range at ISO 100 and f/1.4: EV 1 - EV 19 with ISO 100 film and FD 50mm f/1.4 lens.
(AF detection range: see below)
Film speed range: ISO 12-lS0 1600 (in 1/3 steps). Displayed in the LCD panel when pressing the
film speed setting button.
Exposure compensation: Correction of + 1.5 step by pressing exposure compensation hutton.
External LCD: Program display, pictographs, film speed, film transport, battery check, frame
counter, and other indications.
Aperture Control: Full-aperture (AC and FD lenses) and stopped-down (FL lens) metering.
Power Source: Four AAA size (1.5V) alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries are standard but
carbon-zinc may also he used. Memory backup - Built-in lithium battery (BR-1225 or CR-1220);
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