Canon Sure Shot Ace 35mm camera w/ manual (serial 2527750)

The Canon Sure Shot Ace (also called the Prisma Shot or Autoboy Prisma) is an interesting and easy-to-use auto-focus 35mm camera from the 1988. It features a sharp 35mm f3.5 lens (3 elements in 3 groups). This camera is similar to the later, more commonly encountered Sure Shot Joy except it offers a faster maximum aperture (f3.5 vs f4.5) and adds a very handy roof prism low-angle viewfinder (a feature later found in the coveted Yashica T4 Super/T5). 

This camera original came with a remote control that can attach to the side but this example doesn't include it. 

Battery information

The Sure Shot Ace requires a 2CR5 6V lithium battery (optional).

Condition notes

All camera features were tested with a battery and film installed (the film was not developed) and is working great. We verified its focus and autoexposure are working with good accuracy. As mentioned above, the remote control is not included. The original user manual is included, it shows considerable wear.

Example photos 

Here are some photos taken by other people with the Sure Shot Ace/Prisma
https://www.lomography.com/cameras/3359424-cannon-snappy-af/photos
https://www.lomography.com/cameras/3361252-canon-autoboy-prisma-date/photos
https://www.lomography.com/cameras/3360386-canon-prima-shot/photos

Canon museum entry

https://global.canon/en/c-museum/product/film128.html

Manual

https://www.cameramanuals.org/canon_pdf/canon_sureshot_ace_prima_shot.pdf

Specifications

• Type: Fully automatic, 35mm AF lens-shutter camera with remote control function
• Format: 24mm x 36mm
• Lens: Canon Lens 35mm f/3.5, Construction; 3 elements in 3 groups
• Focusing: Canon ACTIVE auto-focus system
• Shooting Distance Range: 3.1ft / 0.96m to infinity
• Shutter: Programmed electronic shutter; also serves as aperture blades
• Viewfinder: (1) Albada-type reverse Galilean finder. Magnification: 0.45x. (2) Easy viewer. Magnification: 0.08x at a distance of 12" / 250mm from the eye.
• Viewfinder Information: In viewfinder: Autofocus frame and picture frame. Next to viewfinder: In-focus/too close warning lamp (green LED).
• Film Loading: Automatic
• Film Winding: Automatic
• Film Rewinding: Automatic rewind starts at the end of the film and stops automatically upon completion. Approx. 20 sec. for 24-exp. film. Mid-roll rewind not possible.
• Film Speed: Sensor sets film speed for DX-coded film of ISO 50-1600. For non DX-coded film, ISO 100.
• Self-Timer: Built-in electronic self-timer; starts by pressing the self-timer button. Provides a 10-sec. delay.
• Remote Control Function: Dedicated remote control system using infrared light; operates by pressing the control button. Provides a 2-sec. delay. Operating range: 16.4ft / 5m directly in front, 11.4ft / 3.5m at 30°. Power source: Two lithium batteries (CR1220, 3V). Battery life: About 20,000 transmissions. Battery change is at owner's expense at an authorized Canon Service Facility.
• Automatic Exposure Coupling Range At ISO 100: EV9-17 (f/3.5, 1/40 sec to f/32, 1/125 sec)
• Built-in Flash: Automatic. Flash operates automatically at low light levels.
• Auto Flash Shooting Distance Range: 3.1ft / 0.96m-13.1ft / 4m with ISO 100 color negative film.
• Flash Recycling Time: About 1.5 sec with new battery.
• Power Source: One lithium battery (2CR5, 6V)
• Shooting Capacity: About 70 rolls with 24-exp. film (with 30% flash operation)
• Battery Check: The battery is OK if the red lamp lights up for 0.2 secs when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
• Dimensions: Sure Shot Ace/Prima Shot: 5-1/2" (W) × 3" (H) × 1-13/16" (D) 139.3 x 76.2 x 46.4mm. With Date Back: 5-1/2" (W) x 3" (H) x 1-15/16" (D) 139.3 x 76.2 x 49.9mm
• Weight: 11-3/8oz / 325gr with battery. With Date Back: 11-3/4oz / 335gr with battery