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Bolex 160 MACROZOOM Super 8mm Camera 1970

Bolex 160 MACROZOOM

Super 8mm Camera

1970

 

The 160 featured an additional speed of 24 frames per second, a power zoom function and the ability to use a cable release without the need for an accessory attachment.

Speed could be switched between 18 and 24 frames per second while shooting, and a thumb-operated pushbutton could be depressed at any time for a slow motion speed of 36 frames per second (this was previously 32fps on the Bolex 155). A lever located on the outside rear of film chamber allowed for a power zooming; manual zooming was controlled by a milled knob on the left side.

 

WEIGHT: 2 lb, 6 oz. (1.08 kg)

TYPE: Super 8 cartridge load, battery operated.

POWER SUPPLY: Camera motor: four 1.5v AA batteries. Exposure control: two PX-13 1.35v mercury cells.

LENS: Paillard 8.5mm-30mm f/1.9 zoom lens. Focal length is controlled automatically by power zoom controls, or manually by turning a knob equipped with a folding lever. Focusing from 1" to infinity is controlled by milled thumb-knob. Lens hood folds down when not in use. Built-in mount accepts series VI filters.

AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE: Fully automatic exposure control; Diaphragm lock for manual exposure control.

VIEWFINDER: Reflex viewing with semi-reflecting prism system and coincident image rangefinder. Adjustable knob for image sharpness.

VARIABLE SPEED: 18, 24 and 36 frames per second

RELEASE BUTTON: Continuous exposures can be made by a trigger release on the front of the grip handle. Trigger can be flipped up to prevent accidental filming.

FOOTAGE COUNTER: A watch-dial footage indicator, divided into 24 sectors of 8 seconds at 18fps, shows how much film is left in the camera.

SINGLE FRAME: Built-in single frame mechanism allows the user to expose single frames for filming animation, titles, etc.

GRIP: Built-in grip with trigger release and 1/4" thread tripod socket.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Carrying case; Filter mount; Neck Strap; Multitrix with slide mount, grease pencil, acetate sheets for titling and special effects.

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Taken on May 5, 2010