The Chinon 505XL Super 8 Camera, available today at Camera Crate, is a stellar mid-level option that combines versatility with precision. Crafted with care and equipped with outstanding features, this Chinon super 8 camera is a must-have for filmmakers and enthusiasts looking to elevate their Super 8 filmmaking experience.

Featuring a Chinon Reflex Zoom lens with a bright f/1.2 aperture and a zooming ratio of 5x, this camera ensures your shots are crisp, clear, and vibrant. With a focal range from 8mm to 40mm and manual focusing capabilities, you have the creative freedom to frame your scenes with precision. The lens also boasts an under and over-exposure warning signal in the viewfinder, helping you achieve the perfect exposure.

The Chinon 505XL offers both auto (variable speed) and manual zooming options, providing flexibility in capturing your vision. Its auto exposure control, powered by a TTL EE system with a CdS cell, guarantees consistent and accurate exposure, even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera’s built-in 85A filter for color correction ensures your footage retains its natural colors.

This camera is designed with user-friendly features in mind, including a built-in Neutral Density filter with a dial, perfect for managing different lighting scenarios. The eXisting Light system, with a 220-degree shutter opening angle, allows for smooth and cinematic motion capture. You can also enjoy creative transitions with the auto fade-in/fade-out function.

The Chinon 505XL Super 8 Camera is powered by 6 x AA batteries, ensuring you’re always ready to capture the moment. The battery check button and the option for a 9V DC battery charge jack (not included) provide added convenience and peace of mind during your shoots. With a sturdy build and a tripod socket for stability, this camera is your gateway to Super 8 filmmaking excellence. Upgrade your filmmaking gear with the Chinon 505XL, available now at Camera Crate.

• Lens: Chinon Reflex Zoom f: 1.2 \ F: 8-40 mm
• Zooming ratio: 5x
• Focusing: manual, 1.5 m to infinity
• Zooming: auto (variable speed) and manual
• Viewfinder information: under and over-exposure warning signal
• Exposure: auto exposure control; TTL EE, CdS cell
• Backlight control button: yes
• Film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA only (daylight/tungsten)
• CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, removable with movie light
• ND filter: built-in Neutral Density filter, with dial
• Filming speed: 18fps
• Shutter opening angle: 220 degrees eXisting Light system
• Fading: auto fade-in/fade-out
• Remote control socket: yes
• Film drive motor: DC micromotor
• Battery check button: yes
• Power source: 6 x AA batteries only
• Battery charge jack: 9 V DC
• Weight: 1970 g
• Dimensions: 82.8 x 220 x 224 mm
• Tripod socket: 1/4″