A very clever camera from Sankyo, with an extremely large set of features. One of the most impressive we have seen on a Super-8.
See the gallery for a test film we shot with this camera (includes a test of the lap dissolve feature).
This camera amazingly has all of the following:
Automatic zoom
Manual exposure control
Shooting speeds of 18 / 24 / 36 frames per second
Fader function
Lap dissolve function (to merge from one scene to another)
Interval timer: automatically takes a single frame at a preset interval
Animation timer: shoots either single or four-frame animation shots
Preset timer: stops the camera after 4 or 15 seconds
Self timer: filming after a 10 second delay, and then stops after 5 or 10 seconds
Animation timer: shoots either single or four-frame animation shots
It comes with a folding hand-grip and is fairly compact.
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
Takes film speeds ISO 25-100 (Daylight) and 40-160 (Tungsten)
Condition
Camera in very good condition
The camera lens and viewfinder are very good.
Takes 4 x AA batteries.
FILM TESTED Sankyo XL-620 Supertronic Super-8 movie camera.
$425.00
See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera.
This cine camera has good list of specs, including:
Very wide aperture lens (f/1.4)
6 x power zoom
Viewfinder information: f/stop, film-end signal, shooting signal
Macro setting for close-ups
Split-prism for focusing
Auto / Manual exposure control
Folding handle
Standard remote socket
Takes film speeds: Daylight (ISO 25, 100) and Tungsten (40, 160)
Shooting speed: 18 fps
Takes 6x AA batteries
Condition
In overall very good condition with just a few scuffs but nothing major
All functions working well
Clean battery compartment
FILM TESTED Elmo 260S-XL Super-8 cine camera. Rewind Pickup.
$375.00
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
A very easy to use Super-8 with no complicated controls. Just point and shoot !
This camera has been film tested - see the gallery for a short test film shot with this camera.
Specifications
11 - 22mm f/1.3 fixed-focus zoom lens
Takes 4 x regular AA batteries
18 frames-per-second shooting speed
Automatic exposure
Battery check button
Backlight compensation button
Power zoom
FILM TESTED Super-8 camera: Chinon 20P XL.
$295.00
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.
FILM TESTED Canon 1218 Super-8 movie camera in original case. Battery conversion available.
$795.00
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.
FILM TESTED Chinon Pocket-8 Super-8 movie camera.
$345.00
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.
FILM TESTED Elmo Super 104 Super-8 movie camera.
$325.00
This camera is available for purchase at Rewind Photo Lab, Alexandria NSW.
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.
FILM TESTED Sankyo Super CM-400 Super-8 movie camera. Rewind Pickup.
$325.00
This is a lovely compact Super-8 camera with very simple-to-use controls and superb image quality.
See the gallery for a short test video taken with this camera.
It features:
4x power zoom lens
Folding handle
Battery check button
18 frames per second speed, plus single frame and slow-motion modes
Automatic exposure control with manual override
Takes 4x AA batteries
In excellent condition with a nice clear lens.
FILM TESTED Sankyo ES-44 Super-8 cine camera
$395.00