*READ* Canon IV-Sb with Canon Lens 50mm F1.8

Canon IV-Sb

• Camera Type: 35mm Rangefinder Film Camera
• Film Format: 35mm Film
• Lens Mount: Leica Thread Mount (LTM / M39)
• Focus Type: Manual Focus (Rangefinder Coupled)
• Viewfinder: Separate Viewfinder and Rangefinder Windows
• Shutter Type: Horizontal-Travel Cloth Focal Plane Shutter
• Shutter Speed Range: 1 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb
• Exposure Modes: Manual Exposure
• Weight: Approx. 620g
• Dimensions: Approx. 136 × 73 × 32 mm

• Lens Type: Standard Prime Lens
• Focal Length: 50mm
• Maximum Aperture: F1.8
• Lens Mount: Leica Thread Mount (LTM / M39)
• Format Coverage: 35mm Full Frame
• Minimum Focus Distance: 1.0m
• Filter Size: 40mm
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Weight: Approx. 185g

Description

The Canon IV-Sb is a beautifully engineered Japanese rangefinder from the early post-war period, representing an important chapter in Canon’s rise as a camera manufacturer. Built around the Leica Thread Mount system, it offers a fully mechanical shooting experience with precision controls and the classic handling characteristics that define mid-century rangefinder photography.

Paired with the Canon 50mm F1.8, this setup delivers a compact and highly capable combination for everyday film shooting. The lens is known for its balanced rendering, pleasing contrast, and smooth tonal character, making it well suited for street photography, travel, and general-purpose use. For collectors and photographers alike, the IV-Sb provides a rewarding mechanical shooting experience while showcasing the craftsmanship of Canon's early rangefinder era.