razorbacksrule
Newbie
I just purchased two Canon AF35ML cameras does anyone have any experience with them?
cbass
Nutmegger
Razor -
I have an AF35ML. Is there anything in particular that you'd like to know? In general, the AF35ML is a good carry-around camera with just one serious drawback: it has possibly the loudest motor wind that I have ever heard. Discretion is impossible with this camera. If you're looking for a camera to use in churches, zoos or museums look elsewhere. The low-light warning beeper is also very loud.
With that warning out of the way, I like the AF35ML. The lens could be sharper, IMO, but it produces fine small prints, especially with human subjects. The camera is rugged and I feel comfortable taking it on those dangerous missions where I would worry about my "better" gear being damaged or stolen. Mine uses the CCD-triangulation AF system which can be easily baffled if you're not careful. I understand that some AF35MLs used a different AF system so this comment may not apply to your units. On a few occasions I accidentally kicked in the continuous shooting feature by leaving my finger on the shutter relase too long. I also like the 40mm focal length; it's useful in urban situations.
Two months ago I offered my AF35ML for sale but I had no takers. In retrospect I am glad that no one bought it because it's really a nice camera. Aisde from the noisy operation it's a solid user; a fine example of the Golden Age of P&S cameras
I have an AF35ML. Is there anything in particular that you'd like to know? In general, the AF35ML is a good carry-around camera with just one serious drawback: it has possibly the loudest motor wind that I have ever heard. Discretion is impossible with this camera. If you're looking for a camera to use in churches, zoos or museums look elsewhere. The low-light warning beeper is also very loud.
With that warning out of the way, I like the AF35ML. The lens could be sharper, IMO, but it produces fine small prints, especially with human subjects. The camera is rugged and I feel comfortable taking it on those dangerous missions where I would worry about my "better" gear being damaged or stolen. Mine uses the CCD-triangulation AF system which can be easily baffled if you're not careful. I understand that some AF35MLs used a different AF system so this comment may not apply to your units. On a few occasions I accidentally kicked in the continuous shooting feature by leaving my finger on the shutter relase too long. I also like the 40mm focal length; it's useful in urban situations.
Two months ago I offered my AF35ML for sale but I had no takers. In retrospect I am glad that no one bought it because it's really a nice camera. Aisde from the noisy operation it's a solid user; a fine example of the Golden Age of P&S cameras
razorbacksrule
Newbie
Canon AF35ML
Thanks for the reply iwas wondering about the general sharpness of the lens.I have'nt used them yet and was'nt for sure i was going to keep them.
Thanks for the reply iwas wondering about the general sharpness of the lens.I have'nt used them yet and was'nt for sure i was going to keep them.
phototone
Well-known
razorbacksrule said:
A somewhat sideways comment in regards lens sharpness in general. I am amazed at the sharpness these days of disposable camera lenses, when used within their range of focus. Really far better than the old "box" cameras with their single element glass lenses.
scottgee1
RF renegade
So, razorback, now that you've used 'em, what do you think?
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