FILM TESTED / SERVICED Beaulieu 4008ZM Super-8 camera

This is a beautiful example of the lovely Beaulieu 4008ZM, Serial Number 881299.  In superb condition and just serviced. See the gallery for a short test film shot with this camera.

This camera is operating in 100% original condition, and comes with the Angenieux 8x (8-64mm) lens, and a newly-celled battery and USB-powered charger.

Condition

• Film drive cleaned and lubricated - running smoothly at all speeds
• Very clear viewfinder with just a very little dust on the ground glass
• Meter adjusted and working well at all film speeds
• New rubber eyecup
• Internal filters (UV, 85A) very clear with no fungus
• No dents to the external body - paint in excellent condition
• Film counter operating correctly
• Variable shutter operating correctly
• Battery check working
• Lens is very clear with no scratches / mould / fungus / fog, and just a little dust
• Lens correctly adjusted for infinity focus
• Comes with original metal filter key
• Motorized zoom on the lens operating well
• Motorized aperture on the lens operating well
• Meter needle operating smoothly

Battery and charger

Comes with a 450mAH NiMH battery pack and USB-powered smart charger which can be used both from a mains-powered USB adaptor at home, or with a USB power pack for mobile use.

The charger charges at a current of 500mA which is optimal for NiMH cells, and also won't overload the cameras' circuitry.

The charger has an LED that indicates charging status:

• Solid Red: charging
• Solid Green: fully charged
• Flashing Red: error