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A complete Super-8 ready to get you started ! This kit includes: A Canon 318M Super-8 camera: film tested and in full working order Carry bag The Classic Cameras guide to Super-8 (packed with useful information to learn about your camera and Super-8 movie making) Reprint of original camera user guide 1 roll of Super-8 film Batteries The Canon 318M Super-8 cine camera is a lovely compact camera that regular Super-8 film (widely available) and takes awesome retro-style videos. For more info see https://global.canon/en/c-museum/product/cine283.html. Takes 3x AA batteries, and the battery chamber is nice and clean with no corrosion. Camera has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly.  Has a folding hand grip (that holds the batteries) that folds up when not in use for easier portability. Controls are very clear and simple and the specifications include: Power zoom (10 - 30mm)  f1.8 lens Automatic exposure 18 frames per second  Macro setting for close-ups Film remaining indicator on the side of the camera Takes ASA 25-100 daylight film, and 40-160 tungsten Manual daylight / tungsten filter control Takes 3 x AA batteries. Condition  Body in good condition with a few scratches / scuffs from use In full working order. Clear lens and viewfinder.

A top-of-the range Super-8 camera with some advanced features. Comes with original carry case. See the gallery for a short test video taken with this camera - excellent colour reproduction and image quality.  Available with optional original Elmo carry case. Has a removable trigger handle and aluminium body which makes it very portable, with a neat carry handle on the top of the camera. Simple controls mean that you can focus on movie-making with the minimum of fuss. Specifications include: Power zoom (7 - 70mm). Huge 10x zoom range. Fast f1.8 lens Automatic exposure control plus manual override   18 or 24 frames per second  Film speeds from 25-160 (daylight) and 40-250 (tungsten) Battery check button Manual daylight / tungsten filter control switch Takes 4 x AA batteries. Condition Overall good condition with a few scuffs from usage Lens is lovely and clear Fully tested and in perfect working order. Case is in good condition. Comes with lens cap

Super-8 cameras are experiencing a major resurgence however there are virtually no books on the subject aimed at the 'digital camera' generation. This book has all of the information you need to get started and grow into this fantastic medium, in an easy-to-digest presentation style.  It includes information on: How Super-8 cameras work Camera controls Basic and Advanced camera functions Film types and film selection Flm colour balance Movie making techniques FIlm processing and scanning Troubleshooting your camera, and your movies Camera selection See the gallery for the full table of contents.This purchase is for the electronic download (you will receive a link to download the PDF file).

Originally on sale from 1967 this top quality camera has a full die-cast metal body. It takes 4x AA batteries in the handle which folds away when not in use.  See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera. This camera has a number of very useful features that not all Super-8s have, as you might expect from Nikon: The viewfinder has a Split Image focusing screen - much more accurate than most Super-8s Manual exposure control, which also enables you fade in / out of scenes Meter works with a very wide range of film speeds The left side of the camera has a footage counter, remote socket and frame rate selector. The zoom lens can be operated manually or motorised via the top Tele/Wide switch. This camera normally also needs 2 x SR44 batteries to operate the light meter. We offer an option to upgrade the camera to power the meter from the main batteries using a precise voltage regulator. This removes the need for additional batteries in addition to providing a very stable supply for greater meter accuracy. Has an adjustable eyepiece and battery check button on the top. Key specifications Lens: Cine Nikkor 1,8 / 7,5 - 60 mm Split Image Focusing Auto / Manual Zoom Frame rates: 12, 18, 24 + single frame (via cable release socket) Takes film speeds:  10/16, 16/25, 25/40, 40/64, 64/100, 100/160, 250/400 (daylight/tungsten) Shutter degree: 170 Manual / Auto Exposure Fade in /out via manual exposure control Remote control socket Tripod socket Made in Japan Condition In perfect working order - all functions operating correctly. Viewfinder is generally clean, with a few specs of dust Lens in very good condition Clean film chamber

A very simple to use Super-8 camera from Minolta. Has a folding hand grip (that holds the batteries) that folds up when not in use for easier portability. See the gallery for a short test video we shot with this camera. Controls are very clear and simple and the specifications include: Power zoom (8.4 - 50mm) with variable speed f1.8 lens Automatic exposure 18 / 32 frames per second and single frame Battery check button Fast / slow zooming speed Screw-in movie light socket Continuous running or single frame control Aperture value displayed in viewfinder Microprism focusing Film remaining indicator in viewfinder Takes ASA 25-100 daylight film, and 40-160 tungsten With it's small size and clear controls this camera is one of the easiest Super-8's out there. Takes 4 x AA batteries. Condition Tested and in full working order Nice clean lens

A very simple to use Super-8 camera from Minolta, on sale from 1974-78. The camera is nice and compact and comes with a wrist strap so is great for travelling. See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera. Controls are very clear and simple and the camera has a very clever and unusual feature that sets this camera apart from others: a built-in interval timer. This automatically takes single-frame shots at intervals of 1/2 to 60 seconds (you can set the timing). A great feature for shots of nature (flowers opening), sunrises etc.  Specifications 4x Power zoom (8.5 - 34mm)  Fast f1.2 lens for good low-light performance Automatic exposure control 18 frames per second and single frame Battery check button Macro focusing for close-ups Takes ASA 25-100 daylight film, and 40-160 tungsten Daylight / tungsten filter With it's small size and clear controls this camera is one of the easiest Super-8's out there. Takes 2 x AA batteries. Condition Tested and in full working order  Some scuffs / scratching to the side panels of the camera Clean battery chamber with no battery leakage. Lovely clear lens Comes with original strap.  

With styling like a 1950s Cadillac, this is a lovely Japanese-made movie camera that will really stand out in the crowd. Has a removable trigger handle and aluminium body which makes it very portable, with a neat carry handle on the top of the camera. This camera has been film tested - see the gallery for a short test movie. Simple controls mean that you can focus on movie making with the minimum of fuss. Specifications include: Power zoom (8.5 - 34mm). 4x zoom range. Fast f1.8 lens Automatic exposure control plus manual override   18 or 24 frames per second  Battery check button Takes 4 x AA batteries and 1 x SR44 battery for the meter. Condition Overall very condition. Lens is very clear Fully tested and in perfect working order.    

One of the smallest and lightest Super-8 cameras we have seen, this is a great introduction to movie making. Serial No 511144. See the gallery for a short test video taken with this camera Has a very neat folding handle that folds flush against the body to make this camera extremely small and light. Simple controls mean that you can focus on movie making with the minimum of fuss. Specifications include: Power zoom (8.5 - 34mm)  Fast f1.2 lens Automatic exposure with backlight correction control 18 frames per second  Battery check Manual daylight / tungsten filter control switch Takes 4 x AA batteries. Condition Body in very good condition with just some light signs of use Nice clear lens. In full working order

A striking camera with the largest lens we have seen on a Super-8 This is a lovely example of a unique-looking Super-8, with a massive 12x zoom. Note that the built-in tungsten filter on this camera has been disabled. Use an external filter if shooting in daylight with tungsten film (no filter needed for daylight film).  The Canon Museum has full details of the specifications at Auto Zoom1218 Super 8 - Canon Camera Museum (global.canon) See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera.  This camera is relatively easy to use, and is not cluttered by complex features. It has: Variable-speed power zoom Automatic exposure Manual exposure (can be used to fade-out, fade-in). Shooting speeds of 18, 24 frames-per-second and slow-motion In full working order. The same model was taken by David Bowie on a trip to Russia in 1973. An iconic combination ! Takes 5x AA batteries, plus 2 x SR44 batteries for the light meter. Note that we can modify this camera to supply the light meter circuits with a regulated 2.7v source powered by the main batteries (can be selected as an option when purchasing).  This has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly. Has a removable hand grip, and comes with the original case, lens-cap and rubber lens hood. Condition  Body in good condition with minor tarnishing / scuffs from use In full working order.

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

A lovely example of the compact Canon Auto Zoom 518SV Super-8 cine camera. Takes regular Super-8 film (widely available) and takes awesome retro-style videos. For more info see Auto Zoom 518 SV - Canon Camera Museum (global.canon) Takes 3x AA batteries - simple.This has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly. See the gallery for a short test film taken with this camera. Controls are very clear and simple and the specifications include: 5x zoom lens (both automatic and manual) f1.8 lens Automatic exposure Manual exposure override 18 or 24 frames per second, plus slow-motion mode.  Film remaining indicator on the side of the camera Takes a wide range of film types: Daylight film: ISO 16-250 Tungsten film: ISO 25-400. Condition  Body in good condition with some minor scratches from use In full working order.    

A nice and easy-to-use Super-8 camera originally on sale from 1969, working perfectly. See the gallery for a short test video we shot with this camera. It comes with a folding hand-grip and has very few controls so anyone can use to take great videos: Power zoom lens (gets you 4x closer to the action) Fully automatic exposure Manual exposure control Remote control socket Film counter Battery check button Tungsten / Daylight switch Hand strap  Takes film speeds ISO 25-100 (Daylight) and 40-160 (Tungsten) Condition Camera in excellent condition The leatherette covering is excellent, and the camera lens and viewfinder are very good. Takes 4 x AA batteries.

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 !

The easiest-to-use Super-8 camera ever made ! No focusing or zoom controls to worry about - just press the button to make a movie. Agfa designed a camera that absolutely anyone can use, and it has uniquely cool 1980 retro styling too. This camera's light meter has been calibrated (they generally need it), and has been film tested so you know it works. See the gallery for a short test film shot with this actual camera. Takes Kodak 50D or 200T film. 

One of the smallest Super-8 cameras ever sold, this fits into a coat pocket. This camera also comes with a removable zoom lens, so you can expand it's capabilities. See the gallery for a short test video we took with this camera. Takes 2x AA batteries, and the battery chamber is nice and clean with no corrosion.This has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly.  Controls are very clear and simple and the specifications include: Fixed lens, with attachable zoom lens (4x zoom power) Automatic exposure with manual override 18 / 36 frames per second  Film remaining indicator on the side of the camera Takes 25/40 and 100/160 ASA (daylight/tungsten) film Takes 2 x AA batteries. Condition  Body in reasonable condition with some scratches / scuffs from use In full working order. Clear lens and viewfinder. Comes with original case for zoom lens and camera body.

A lovely Super-8 camera from the 1970s in very good condition. See the gallery for a short test video we shot with this camera. It comes with a folding hand-grip and has some neat features: Slow-motion mode Power zoom lens (gets you 4x closer to the action) Macro focus - you can focus the lens really close up Fully automatic exposure Manual exposure control Remote control socket Film counter Battery check button Takes film speeds ISO 25-100 (Daylight) and 40-160 (Tungsten) Condition Camera in lovely condition The leatherette covering is excellent, and the camera lens and viewfinder are very good. Takes 4 x AA batteries.