>>3724037EOS look is still 'modern' rather than classic. But every EF lens will work on them which is dead handy if you have digital collection (Or vice-versa). All features of the lens like IS will work too. I paid 25 euro for one that worked. Add 110 bucks for a New 50mm F1.8 and you're set.
I can't recommend an AE-1. It's not that it's bad. It's just overpriced for what it is. A1, I think might be better - more features for a start.
I know there's better out there for cheaper but I don't know what it is.
I also own a Canon T70 - which is very electronic and very 80's in design, but is still manual focus. It's also remarkably small.
Actually. If you want classic, without automation and 'simple'.
Either Pentax Spotmatic SP - compact and functional. Not overpriced. Light meter works well too.
Or - Canon P. Compact, Rangefinder is 'different'. And you can get some very fancy glass for it. It's robust - but the clutch in mine has gone. They haven't gone stratospheric yet.
