The Canon Sure Shot Supreme is the North American variant of the Autoboy 3 compact camera introduced in 1986. In the US and Canadian market, this model established itself as a reliable option for uncomplicated everyday photography. In Japan, it was sold as the Autoboy 3.
The camera body is characterized by rounded shapes, which differed from the angular designs of previous years. For this design, the camera received the award as European Camera of the Year in 1986.
The built-in lens has a focal length of 38 mm and an aperture of f/2.8, enabling solid image quality. The autofocus system uses an infrared light beam that allows precise distance measurement even in difficult lighting conditions.
The viewfinder is an inverted Galilean viewfinder with a magnification of 0.45. In the viewfinder image, frame lines for the image section and light signals for focusing and flash readiness are visible.
Exposure metering is done via a silicon photodiode, covering a measuring range from EV 6 to EV 17 at ISO 100. The camera is also equipped with a built-in flash and a self-timer.
The dimensions of the Canon Sure Shot Supreme are, according to the instruction manual, 13.2 x 7.1 x 5 cm. It weighs 315 grams. Power is supplied by a 2CR5 battery (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Canon Sure Shot Supreme
The Canon Sure Shot Supreme uses 35mm films. For this film format, there is still a good selection of material for color and black-and-white images. There are a number of 35mm films for black-and-white images, but one of the most famous is the Kodak T-Max 400*.
If you want a color film for your camera, the Fujifilm Superia 400* could be an option. According to test reports, both films deliver solid results and are suitable for a wide range of applications.
The Sure Shot Supreme transports the film automatically to the first frame after loading and rewinds it automatically after reaching the end of the film. This automation makes handling easier for beginners.
