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Canon Auto Zoom 814 User Manual

Canon Auto Zoom 814
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Canon Auto Zoom 814 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Film FormatSuper 8
Zoom8x
FocusManual
Backlight ControlYes
Film CounterYes
SoundNo
Lensf/1.4, 7.5-60mm
Exposure ControlAutomatic
ViewfinderOptical
Frame Rates18, 24 fps
Power SourceBattery
Weight1500g
Aperturef/1.4
Film SpeedASA 25

Summary

TECHNICAL DATA

Camera Type

Specifies the camera type as an 8mm Super 8 movie camera with a frame size of 4 x 5.4mm.

Lens Specifications

Details the lens specifications, including aperture, zoom range, and construction.

EE Mechanism

Explains the automatic exposure (EE) mechanism, linking aperture to film and filming speed.

Exposure Meter

Details the through-the-lens CdS exposure meter that measures light via the taking lens.

MAIN FEATURES OF CANON AUTO ZOOM 814

8x Zooming Capability

Highlights the camera's 8x zoom capability and its suitability for Super 8 film.

Easy Film Loading

Explains the simple process of loading Super 8 film cartridges without threading.

Built-in CCA Filter

Details the integrated CCA filter for converting tungsten film to daylight, with auto-cancellation.

Power Zooming and Film Drive

Describes the battery-powered micromotors for power zooming and film drive.

LOADING OF BATTERIES

Mercury Batteries for Electric Eye

Instructions for loading two mercury batteries required for the electric eye to function.

Penlight Batteries for Film Drive

Guide for inserting four penlight batteries that power the film drive and power zoom.

Checking Battery Power Level

How to check battery levels using the built-in tester buttons.

EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT

LOADING OF FILM CARTRIDGE

SETTING OF FILMING SPEED

LOOK INTO THE VIEWFINDER

Holding the Camera

Guidance on how to hold the camera steady for optimal shooting and viewfinder use.

FOCUSING

DECIDE THE COMPOSITION

CHECK THE EXPOSURE METER NEEDLE

PRESS THE SHUTTER LEVER

ZOOMING

Power Zooming

Instructions on using the power zooming switch for smooth telephoto and wide-angle effects.

Manual Zooming

How to use the manual zoom lever to adjust subject size and zooming speed.

UNLOADING OF FILM CARTRIDGE

Film Ending Indicator

Explains how the viewfinder's aperture scale indicates the remaining film.

APERTURE ADJUSTING MECHANISM

FADING TECHNIQUES

CONTROLLING THE WORKING RANGE OF ELECTRIC EYE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MANUAL APERTURE OPERATION

SHOOTING WITH ARTIFICIAL LIGHT

THREE-WAY SWITCH

Running Lock

Describes how to lock the shutter lever for continuous camera running.

Remote Control

Details the procedure for operating the camera using a remote control cord.

SINGLE FRAME PHOTOGRAPHY AND CONTINUOUS RUNNING

Release Socket for Single Frame

Explains the use of the socket for single frame photography with a cable release.

Release Socket for Continuous Running

Describes the socket for continuous running, copy work, and tripod use.

Eyepiece Shutter

Importance of closing the eyepiece shutter to prevent light leaks and ghost images.

PANNING

PROPER CARE OF THE CAMERA

ACCESSORIES

58mm Close-Up Lenses

Information on close-up lenses for titling, copying, and macro photography.

Filters

Overview of available screw-in filters and their characteristics for the camera.

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