Bolex Super 8 Cine Film Cameras

Discover the timeless world of Bolex Super 8 film cameras, where classic Swiss engineering meets the golden age of home cinema. At Camera Crate, we stock and source some of the most sought-after vintage Bolex Super 8 cameras for filmmakers, collectors, students, and creatives around the world.

Whether you’re shooting your first roll of film or rediscovering analogue filmmaking, Bolex Super 8 cameras deliver a unique cinematic look that digital simply can’t replicate.

From film schools and university projects to weddings, travel films, music videos, documentaries, and nostalgic home movies, Bolex cameras remain a favourite choice for authentic Super 8 cinematography.

Popular Bolex Super 8 Camera Models

Bolex produced a wide range of Super 8 cameras throughout the 1960s and 1970s, known for their reliability, distinctive design, and beautiful lens rendering.

Some of the most popular and collectible models include:

• Bolex 150 Super – One of the earliest Super 8 models with a distinctive futuristic design and solid manual control.
• Bolex 155 Macrozoom – An upgraded version of the 150, featuring macro focusing and improved shooting flexibility.
• Bolex 160 Macrozoom – A refined later model offering enhanced frame rate options and improved usability for creative filmmaking.
• Bolex 233 Compact – Lightweight, portable, and ideal for run-and-gun filmmaking, travel, and home movies.
• Bolex 660 – A rarer model often sought after by collectors for its build quality and advanced features.
• Bolex Jubilee – A special edition model produced to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

These cameras are widely used today by film students, analogue filmmakers, experimental artists, and Super 8 enthusiasts who want a true vintage cinematic aesthetic.

Why Choose a Bolex Super 8 Camera?

Bolex Super 8 cameras are loved for their:

• Beautiful vintage cinematic image quality
• Mechanical reliability and Swiss engineering heritage
• Manual and semi-automatic exposure controls
• Macro and zoom lens capabilities (on select models)
• Lightweight, portable design for handheld shooting
• Distinctive analogue “film look” that digital cameras cannot replicate

They are ideal for:

• 🎬 Film school and university assignments
• 💍 Weddings and alternative wedding videography
• ✈️ Travel and holiday filmmaking
• 🏡 Home movies and family archives
• 🎥 Music videos, fashion films, and creative projects
• 🎞️ Experimental and arthouse cinema

A Classic Format Loved Worldwide

Super 8 filmmaking continues to grow in popularity across the world, especially among creators looking for a nostalgic, organic, and emotional film texture.

Bolex cameras are frequently searched by people looking for:

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• “Bolex Macrozoom Super 8 review”
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This makes Bolex one of the most recognisable names in analogue Super 8 filmmaking.

Buy Bolex Super 8 Cameras from Camera Crate

At Camera Crate, we carefully source and curate vintage Bolex Super 8 cameras suitable for collectors, students, and working filmmakers.

All orders include:

• 🚚 Free tracked UK shipping
• 🌍 Free international shipping on orders over £200
• 🔁 30-day returns policy
• 🛠️ 60-day warranty for peace of mind

Whether you’re starting your journey into analogue film or expanding your collection, we help you find the right Bolex camera for your creative vision.

Start Filming on Real Super 8 Film

Nothing compares to the look, texture, and emotion of real Super 8 film. A Bolex camera lets you capture life in a way that feels timeless, imperfect, and cinematic.

Explore our collection today and bring your stories to life on authentic film stock.