{"product_id":"vintage-1988-canon-sure-shot-ace-35mm-film-camera","title":"Vintage 1988 Canon Sure Shot Ace 35mm Film Camera","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage 1988 Canon Sure Shot Ace 35mm autofocus point-and-shoot film camera featuring one of Canon’s more unusual late-1980s designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in October 1988, the Sure Shot Ace was sold as the \u003cstrong\u003eAutoboy Prisma\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japan and the \u003cstrong\u003ePrima Shot\u003c\/strong\u003e in other markets. Canon designed it as a fully automatic compact, but gave it two features that make it stand out from most point-and-shoot cameras of the period: a \u003cstrong\u003esecond low-angle viewfinder on top of the camera\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003edetachable infrared wireless remote control built into the side of the body\u003c\/strong\u003e. Canon identifies it as the \u003cstrong\u003eworld’s first camera with built-in wireless remote control\u003c\/strong\u003e. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/global.canon\/en\/c-museum\/product\/film128.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"SURE SHOT ACE - Canon Camera Museum\"\u003eCanon Global\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe normal front-facing eye-level viewfinder works like a conventional compact camera, while the separate top-mounted prism finder allows you to compose while holding the camera at waist level or low to the ground. It can also be useful for shooting over crowds or from unusual angles without having to bring the camera directly to your eye. Canon’s Japanese name, “Prisma,” specifically referenced this roof-prism low-angle finder. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/global.canon\/en\/c-museum\/product\/film128.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"SURE SHOT ACE - Canon Camera Museum\"\u003eCanon Global\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other major feature is the \u003cstrong\u003edetachable remote module housed in the camera’s right side\u003c\/strong\u003e. Remove the module and it becomes an infrared shutter remote, allowing the camera to be triggered wirelessly for self-portraits, group photos, or tripod shooting. Period sources advertised an effective distance of roughly 16–17 feet. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/global.canon\/en\/c-museum\/product\/film128.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"SURE SHOT ACE - Canon Camera Museum\"\u003eCanon Global\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a fixed \u003cstrong\u003eCanon 35mm f\/3.5 lens\u003c\/strong\u003e with three elements in three groups. Autofocus uses Canon’s active near-infrared triangulation system with prefocus capability, while exposure is handled automatically through electronically controlled programmed AE. The built-in flash fires automatically when needed. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/global.canon\/en\/c-museum\/product\/film128.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"SURE SHOT ACE - Canon Camera Museum\"\u003eCanon Global\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilm handling is also fully automatic. Load a roll of DX-coded 35mm film, align the leader, close the back, and the camera automatically loads and advances the film. Rewind is motorized as well. The camera reads DX-coded film from ISO 50–1600. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/global.canon\/en\/c-museum\/product\/film128.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"SURE SHOT ACE - Canon Camera Museum\"\u003eCanon Global\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTested and working.\u003c\/strong\u003e Camera powers on, shutter fires, autofocus responds, built-in flash fires, film transport operates, and electronic functions are working during testing. Detachable remote is present. Battery is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses standard 35mm film\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanon 35mm f\/3.5 prime lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive near-infrared autofocus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefocus capability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully automatic programmed exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in automatic flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard eye-level optical viewfinder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique top-mounted low-angle \/ waist-level prism viewfinder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetachable infrared wireless shutter remote\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic film loading and advance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic rewind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDX film-speed reading from ISO 50–1600\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic self-timer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires one 2CR5 lithium battery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage condition with cosmetic wear from previous use, including surface scratches, scuffs, finish wear, dust, and general handling marks throughout, as pictured. Wrist strap shows wear. Please review all photos closely for exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Sale Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage film camera and is sold as-is and final sale. While the camera has been tested and is working at the time of listing, vintage electronic and mechanical components can be unpredictable and future performance cannot be guaranteed. Film was not developed as part of testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional measurements or questions, please shoot us a message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEO Search Terms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canon Sure Shot Ace, Canon Autoboy Prisma, Canon Prima Shot, vintage Canon camera, 1988 Canon camera, Canon 35mm point and shoot, wireless remote film camera, waist level viewfinder camera, low angle viewfinder camera, Canon 35mm f3.5, vintage autofocus camera, 80s film camera, tested working film camera, Richmond film cameras, 35mm film Richmond, buy film Richmond\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CobbleStore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51711351095529,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/7904\/3305\/files\/Vintage_1988_Canon_Sure_Shot_Ace_35mm_Film_Camera.jpg?v=1787515021","url":"https:\/\/cobblestore.com\/products\/vintage-1988-canon-sure-shot-ace-35mm-film-camera","provider":"CobbleStore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}