A capable and practical vintage Canon EOS Elan, first introduced in 1991 and one of the first autofocus SLR cameras. Known for its rugged build and reliable performance, the Elan was a favourite with enthusiast photographers in the 1990s and remains a great entry point into 35mm film photography today.

Condition

• Cosmetic: Good condition with some minor surface marks, hardly noticeable.
• Mechanical: Fully working. Autofocus and all camera functions operate correctly.
• Battery: New battery fitted and included.
• Mirror: Mirror needs a clean — noted for transparency, does not affect shooting but worth addressing before use.
• Lens: Comes with a generic Sigma lens. Lens optics are good.

Provenance

• Maker: Canon, Japan.
• Model: EOS Elan [EOS 100 in Europe] — introduced in 1991 as part of Canon's EOS autofocus system.
• Significance: One of the first consumer autofocus SLRs, the Elan helped bring professional-level autofocus to enthusiast photographers. A landmark camera in the transition from manual to autofocus film photography.
• Format: 35mm film.
• Lens mount: Canon EF — compatible with a wide range of Canon and third-party lenses.