The Canon Sure Shot 105 Zoom was the top of the line model at the time, featuring one of the longest zoom lenses on any point and shoot film camera. If I could change anything about it, I’d ask for a wider variety of shutter speeds (especially for long exposures); an all-black body, which would be better for stealthy street photography, instead of the silver-faced one I bought (apparently all-black versions were made, but are rare); and AA battery support, instead of the decidedly less-available and more-expensive CR123A battery. Check out a comparison of each model’s key specifications to find out which Sure Shot is right for you.

The idea behind these dual-lens modes was that the wider lens was for snapshots and landscapes, the closer lens was for more flattering portraits.The small LCD readout on the top of the camera conveniently stays on, even with the camera off, to let you know how many shots you’ve taken on your current film roll, as well as how much power is left in your battery. One interesting thing to note is that the viewfinder also changes magnification to adjust for the switch between half and full-frame.

The original Canon Sure Shot was a great success, notably one of the first 35mm point and shoot cameras to feature autofocus.They all featured zoom lenses, lightweight bodies, and a wide range of film speeds and shutter speeds. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. Compact and lightweight, the Sure Shot 60 Zoom measures 121x68x44 mm and weighs just 245g, making it a convenient choice for on-the-go photography.

The max film speed of 400 ISO feels a bit restrictive in this day and age – we would prefer at least 800 ISO. I recommend this camera for first-timers to analog photography and those looking to get back into shooting on film. Be advised: the switch is right behind the film gate so you can not switch mid-roll, so you have to commit when you’re loading the film.

As a result, I find that they cater to more deliberate, artistic photography, particularly in a studio setting.

Aside from that, its elegant but no-frills nature makes it a fun camera that epitomizes the meaning of “point and shoot. I didn’t mean to get so bogged down in the “theory” of my images, but I feel that the mindset when shooting half frame is one of the most important things to convey.The wide angle/telephoto rocker switch to the right of the viewfinder felt intuitive and was springy without feeling cheap. While this is a decent difference, it’s worth remembering that the weight difference equals less than a quarter of a pound. You’ll have an even wider range of available film speeds with 25 – 3200 ISO, but the trade off is the reduced max shutter speed of just 1/250. For photographers, especially those keen on retro photography, the Sure Shot 60 Zoom allows a picture size of 24×36 mm and a panorama size of 13x36mm (again, exclusive to the Japanese version). Potentially the weirdest model of the bunch, the Canon Sure Shot Owl was manufactured for export only, and never released in Japan.