The Camera That Defied the Cold

Canon F-1 the official camera of the 1980 Olympic Winter games

The Canon F-1 was selected as the official camera of the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid due to its exceptional durability, modularity, and reliability—all crucial for professional sports photography, especially in extreme winter conditions. Why Was the Canon F-1 Chosen? At the time, the F-1 was one of the most rugged and versatile 35mm […]