When was the Bolex H16 made?
The Bolex H-16 was introduced in 1935. The design appears to have been loosely based on the Bolex Auto Cine B. However, apart from the shape and a few similar functions, it was a radically different camera. Among the most notable improvements was the addition of a three lens turret and variable speed dial.
How much is a Bolex camera worth?
Bolex-Paillard: B8
| Average | Very good | Mint |
|---|---|---|
| $220-240 | $300-320 | $520-540 |
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How heavy is a Bolex H16?
WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz.; Approximately 8 1/2 lbs with magazine.
What happened to Bolex?
Today Digital Bolex have announced that they are ceasing production and sales of their D16 camera. Perhaps the most distinctive digital cinema camera ever built, it was a labour of love for filmmakers Joe Rubinstein and Elle Schneider.
What is a Bolex camera?
Bolex is a Swiss manufacturer of motion picture cameras, the most notable products of which are in the 16mm and Super 16mm formats. Their cameras were (and still are) much used by adventurers and artists for nature films and documentaries, and are still favoured by many animators.
What is Bolex reflex?
A system of ten optical prisms was utilized in a new viewing system, allowing through-the-lens framing and focusing. Unlike other reflex cameras, the Bolex reflex used a semi-reflecting prism located behind the lens and in front of the shutter. The advantage was flicker-free viewing during filming.
What is the difference between C-mount and CS mount?
The difference between C mount and CS mount is flange focal length that from lens mount to image plate. 5 mm CS mount adapter ring is required when C mount lens attaching to CS mount lens camera. CS mount lens cannot use for C mount lens due to the focal length difference and cannot get focus image.
What is the Bolex H-16 reflex?
The H-16 Reflex incorporated several new designs to the Bolex H camera. A system of ten optical prisms was utilized in a new viewing system, allowing through-the-lens framing and focusing. Unlike other reflex cameras, the Bolex reflex used a semi-reflecting prism located behind the lens and in front of the shutter.
What is the serial number on a Paillard-Bolex H-16?
The earliest H-16 cameras, manufactured before serial number 9400 had the Paillard-Bolex logo embossed directly into the leather. Cameras manufactured after #9400 were constructed with a metal logo plate attached with two screws.
What kind of eyepieces did the Paillard Bolex cameras have?
A cupped eyepiece was available that magnified the image seen in the critical focuser. The earliest H-16 cameras, manufactured before serial number 9400 had the Paillard-Bolex logo embossed directly into the leather. Cameras manufactured after #9400 were constructed with a metal logo plate attached with two screws.
What is Paillard-Bolex?
Paillard-Bolex was formed as the cine division of Paillard. The Bolex H-16 was introduced in 1935. The design appears to have been loosely based on the Bolex Auto Cine B.