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General| Type | Super 8 Movie Camera |
|---|---|
| Film Format | Super 8 |
| Zoom Range | 9.5-47.5mm |
| Zoom Ratio | 5x |
| Focus | Manual |
| Motorized Film Drive | Yes |
| Power Source | 4x AA batteries |
| Exposure Control | Automatic exposure control |
| Film Loading | Cartridge |
| Lens | Canon Zoom Lens |
Load two mercury batteries for the electric eye function.
Load four penlight batteries for film drive and power zoom.
Adjust the viewfinder eyepiece for clear vision of the f/stop scale.
Check mercury and penlight battery levels using the tester window.
Insert Super 8 film cartridge, setting film speed automatically.
Set filming speed to 18 fps or SLOW MOTION (approx. 36 fps).
Focus using the rangefinder and zoom the lens for desired magnification.
Check exposure meter, set shutter to 'R', and pull trigger to shoot.
Use the dial for safety lock or running lock for continuous filming.
Guide to moving the camera horizontally for smooth panoramic shots.
Utilize a remote switch to operate the camera from a distance.
Manually set aperture for creative effects like fade-ins and fade-outs.
Execute fade-ins and fade-outs using aperture control and ND filter.
Use the built-in CCA filter for tungsten film under daylight conditions.
Information on using screw-in filters and close-up lenses for various effects.
Learn how to attach the 1.6x tele-converter for super-telephoto shooting.
Procedures for unloading exposed film and sending it for development.
Guidelines for proper long-term storage and battery removal.
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