Chinon 612XL Macro Super 8 Camera Professionally Serviced and Fully Tested

Chinon 612XL Macro Super 8 Camera Professionally Serviced and Fully TestedExtremely underrated camera! More functions, bigger and sharper lens than that of a Canon 310XL, or Canon 514XL. This camera has been THOROUGHLY TESTED; its functioning, as described in full on this item's description, is GUARANTEED. Do not waste your time and money with Garage Sale finds from other websites; if you are serious about getting a good super 8 camera then look no further! This is a fully functional Chinon 612XL Macro IDEAL for normal and

Extremely underrated camera! More functions, bigger and sharper lens than that of a Canon 310XL, or Canon 514XL. 

This camera has been THOROUGHLY TESTED; its functioning, as described in full on this item's description, is GUARANTEED. Do not waste your time and money with Garage Sale finds from other websites; if you are serious about getting a good super 8 camera then look no further!

This is a fully functional Chinon 612XL Macro IDEAL for normal and low light conditions. 
Great for a low cost entry into the rediscovered world of Super 8 film photography with its amazing vintage look, or for anyone starting off on Film School.

Motor runs smooth, in all speeds. Smooth and perfect manual zoom! Powered Zoom in/out works but is sometimes finicky, nothing too bad at all.

Camera details:
Lens: Chinon Zoom 1,2 / 7 - 42 mm (equivalent to 43mm - 266mm for 35mm "Full Frame" using crop factor of 6.19)
Macro focusing
Split Image Focusing
Auto / Manual Zoom
Frame rates: 18, 30 + single frame
- Pressing the 30 f/s button during filming increases the frame rate so when played back at the normal 18 f/s frame rate creates a slow-motion effect.
Shutter degree: 220
Auto Exposure
Backlight Control
- Holding the BLC button in then activating the shutter adjusts the exposure so while this camera does not have any exposure compensation, the use of the BLC button can be used to over expose the film
Compatible Films types: Daylight ASA 25 and 100 Artificial Light (Tungsten) ASA 40 and 160
- Has feelers for both the film speed notch and the filter notch found in Super 8 Film Cartridges.

STORE-WIDE DISCLAIMER: all super 8 cameras are about 50 years old, please understand that no lens will be perfect, having said that, due to the low resolution aspect of Super 8 format, most imperfections will not be seen once film is developed.

Important Note on Condition: We specialize in professional mechanical servicing and full functional testing of these vintage Super 8 cameras. We do not restore or refinish cosmetic aspects such as scuffs, paint wear, loose leather panels, eyepiece wear, or any exterior aesthetics. Some signs of age are normal on 50+ year-old cameras. We stand behind the smooth mechanical performance only — please review our return policy before purchasing: https://monsterflipsusa.com/pages/returns