This accessory is designed for the Minolta Autopak-8 range of Super-8 cameras, and enables the camera to shoot at very high frame rates (32fps, 54 fps).
Compatible with Minolta D12, D10 cameras.
High-speed power pack for Minolta Super-8 cameras
$40.00
This accessory is designed for the Minolta Autopak-8 range of Super-8 cameras, and enables the camera to automatically take a single frame at intervals of between 0.5 and 60 seconds. Designed for time-lapse movies.
Compatible with Minolta D12, D10, D6, D4 cameras.
Intervalometer-P for Minolta Super-8 cameras
$100.00
Ever ruined a Super-8 film by having dust / hair around the edges of the frame, or mould in the lens ?
We know how disappointing it can be when you get your Super-8 film processed and it is ruined by hair, dirt or debris around the edge of the image. Worse still if the image is fuzzy due to hidden mould inside the lenses, or the camera aperture isn’t working.
This is always a challenge with Super-8 cameras, as the light path for the film is different to the light path for the viewfinder meaning that you can’t spot these problems just by looking through the viewfinder.
We have the ultimate tool for viewing both:
A magnified view of the film gate
A through-the-lens image
Our mirror test cartridge is the same size as a Super-8 cartridge and it simply slots into your camera to give you a clear view of the film gate. By pulling the trigger to start the camera, you get a great view of the film gate and also through the lens. Note that it is only for use with cameras that load film via a side door.
A unique feature of our tester is the screw-in magnifying lens that gives a really clear view of the film gate. Simply clean the dirt and debris carefully using a cotton bud and gently blow out, then check again. We recommend using this tester before every film, as dirt can easily creep into the film compartment at any time.
In addition the magnifier what makes our tester truly unique is that it can be set to match the film cartridges of all current Super-8 film types.
Super-8 cartridges have two notches in the side which tell the camera:
The film speed (ISO)
The film type (Daylight or Tungsten)
The film speed slot (the upper one) normally operates a lever in the camera, and its position tells the camera what film speed you are using so that the camera meter settings are correct.
The film type slot operates another lever which swings a little orange filter in or out of the film path, to ensure that the color balance is correct.
Our tester comes with a set of plastic inserts which slot into the test cartridge, and enable the cartridge to appear to the camera like any of the current Super-8 film types:
Kodak Vision 3 50D: ISO 50 (speed), Daylight colour balance
Kodak Vision 3 200T: ISO 200 (speed), Tungsten colour balance
Kodak Vision 3 500T: ISO 500 (speed), Tungsten colour balance
Kodak Tri-X: ISO 200 (speed), Daylight color balance
Ektachrome 100D: ISO 100 (speed), Daylight color balance
Any questions at all - please don't hesitate to ask !
Super-8 camera tester with magnifier
$75.00
The Minolta D10 is a top quality Super-8 cine camera with advanced features for serious movie making.
See the gallery for a short test film taken with this camera.
Built to compete with the legendary Nikon R10/R8 range it has superb build quality and a stunning 10x zoom lens (f/1.8).
The D10 has a range of manual controls for advanced creativity and the ability to deal with a variety of shooting conditions including:
5-stage variable zoom speed (from 2 to 12 seconds for full zoom range)
Full viewfinder information: f/stop, exposure warning signal, shutter open / close degree, safe-run signal, film-end signal
Exposure override control (+/- 2 stops in automatic exposure mode)
Manual exposure control
Manual control of shutter opening degree
Automatic shutter opening / closing (for fade-out and fade-in)
Extremely wide range of film speeds: ISO 16, 25, 40, 64, 100, 160, 150, 400 and 640
Shooting speeds 8, 12, 18, 24, 32, 50 fps (32 and 50 require an additional battery pack)
Takes 5x AA batteries
Beautiful chrome metal body, with a weight of 1990g.
Condition
In overall excellent condition
Leatherette in good condition with no damage
Lovely clean lens
All functions working well including the light meter, exposure override, variable shutter, fade-in / fade-out
Clean battery compartments
Minolta Super-8 movie camera: Autopak-8 D10.
$625.00
This is a beautiful example of the Canon DS-8, which is an example of a camera that takes double Super-8.
This film format is an interesting hybrid - it is the same size as 16mm film, however the camera shoots on one side of the film. After the spool ends the film is flipped around so that you shoot on the other side.
Note that this camera does not take regular Super-8 cartridges, so it is more of a specialist format.
Here is a company that sells the film (and processes / scans them): DS8 Films – On8mil.com
Canon provides more information on the camera here: Zoom DS-8 - Canon Camera Museum (global.canon)
The camera is actually very similar in form to the 16mm Canon Scoopic 16, but it has some additional capabilities, notably a variable shutter and the ability to fade out / fade in and also reverse the film. This means that you can do lap-dissolves (not possible on the Scoopic 16). It shares the same motorised automatic aperture system as the Scoopic.
Advantages of double Super-8 (over Super-8) include:
Superior film transport system (based on a 16mm camera) for greater image stability compared to a plastic Super-8 cartridge
Longer film runs - a DS-8 spool is 100 feet, so you can film 6 minutes continuously before having to flip the spool (compared to around 3 minutes for a Super-8 cartridge). One full DS-8 film therefore lasts for 12 minutes in total.
Condition
Cosmetically in excellent condition
In full working order. Motorised aperture fully operational, and all film speeds working well.
Clean battery compartment and with original battery holder (designed to take 8 x alkaline AA batteries)
Very clear lens with no scratches or mould
Clear viewfinder. A few blotches on the focusing screen, but generally very good.
Canon DS-8 Double Super-8 camera
$895.00
The 814XL-S and 1014XL-S are generally recognised as the finest Super-8 cameras that Canon made.
The Canon Museum has full details of the specifications at 814XL-S - Canon Camera Museum (global.canon)
See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera.
In full working order, this camera has a very nice fader function and a beautiful f/1.4 8x zoom lens.
Takes 6x AA batteries.
This has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly.
Has a folding hand grip (holding the batteries) that folds up when not in use for easier portability.
Condition
Body in good condition with some minor scuffs and dents from use
Lens in very good condition.
Extremely clear viewfinder.
In full working order.
FILM TESTED Canon Auto Zoom 814XL-S Super-8 movie camera
$1,395.00
Top of the range of the 'modern' Elmo Super-8s. This has great low-light capability, and a massive zoom lens.
See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera (including the fade-out function).
This cine camera has an impressive list of specs, including:
Very wide aperture lens (f/1.2) - great for low lighting conditions
10 x power zoom with variable speed
Viewfinder information: f/stop, film-end signal, shooting signal
Macro setting for close-ups
Split-prism for accurate focusing
Exposure lock
Fade-out function for smooth transitions
Manual exposure control
Self-timer (10 and 20 seconds)
Folding handle
Standard remote socket
Takes film speeds: Daylight (ISO 25, 100) and Tungsten (40, 160)
Shooting speeds: single-frame, 18, 24 fps + single frames
Takes 6x AA batteries
Black body, with a weight of 1800g
Condition
In overall very good condition with just a few scuffs but nothing major
All functions working well
Clean battery compartment
FILM TESTED Elmo 1012S-XL Super-8 cine camera
$545.00
The Minolta D10 is a top quality Super-8 cine camera with advanced features for serious movie making.
See the gallery for a short test film taken with this camera.
Built to compete with the legendary Nikon R10/R8 range it has superb build quality and a stunning 10x zoom lens (f/1.8).
This camera comes as a complete set in original D10 hard carry case. Set includes:
Minolta D10 camera
Battery holder for camera
Extension cable
Intervalometer accessory (automatically takes a frame at intervals - ranging from 0.5 seconds to 60 seconds). Designed for time-lapse films.
Battery holder for intervalometer
Extension release cable.
Forehead rest (fits on the top of the camera and improves stability and ease of yse when shooting)
The D10 has a range of manual controls for advanced creativity and the ability to deal with a variety of shooting conditions including:
5-stage variable zoom speed (from 2 to 12 seconds for full zoom range)
Full viewfinder information: f/stop, exposure warning signal, shutter open / close degree, safe-run signal, film-end signal
Exposure override control (+/- 2 stops in automatic exposure mode)
Manual exposure control
Manual control of shutter opening degree
Automatic shutter opening / closing (for fade-out and fade-in)
Extremely wide range of film speeds: ISO 16, 25, 40, 64, 100, 160, 150, 400 and 640
Shooting speeds 8, 12, 18, 24, 32, 50 fps (32 and 50 require an additional battery pack)
Takes 5x AA batteries
Beautiful chrome metal body, with a weight of 1990g.
Condition
In overall excellent condition
Leatherette in good condition with no damage
Lovely clean lens
All functions working well including the light meter, exposure override, variable shutter, fade-in / fade-out, intervalometer
Clean battery compartments
FULL SET IN ORIGINAL CASE - FILM TESTED Minolta Super-8 movie camera: Autopak-8 D10
$725.00
One of the finest Super-8 cameras ever made.
The Nikon R10 (and smaller R8) are highly sought-after cine cameras. With excellent build quality from the die-cast metal body to the super lens, they are capable of delivering exceptional quality.
See the gallery for a short test video.
The user manual is available for download here.
The R10 has a 10x zoom lens, with a very fast aperture of f1.4 giving excellent low light capabilities.
The R10 has some built-in advanced features that enable great creativity when shooting, including:
Full manual exposure control (in addition to automatic)
Fade-in and fade-out
Overlap / rewind - to fade from one scene to another. This was a groundbreaking achievement that set the R10 apart from all other Super-8 cameras
Variable shutter angle
54 / 24 / 18 frames per second
This camera is a legend among Super-8 enthusiasts.
Externally (and functionally) the R10 is almost identical to the Nikon R8, however internally the R10 has some additional capabilities, specifically the aperture. While most Super-8s have a 2-blade aperture, the R10 has a 5-blade aperture controlled by a dedicated servo. This gives better out-of-focus artifacts, and also greater exposure stability since the aperture will not 'swing' as the camera moves.
The camera takes 5 x AA batteries in the sturdy grip.
Condition
In overall excellent condition
Leatherette in very good condition
Lovely clean lens
All functions working perfectly
Clean battery compartment
FILM TESTED Nikon R10 Super: Super-8 movie camera.
$895.00