FILM TESTED Nikon 8x Super Zoom – Super-8 Movie Camera

Originally on sale from 1967 this top quality camera has a full die-cast metal body. It takes 4x AA batteries in the handle which folds away when not in use. 

See the gallery for a test film shot with this camera.

This camera has a number of very useful features that not all Super-8s have, as you might expect from Nikon:

• The viewfinder has a Split Image focusing screen – much more accurate than most Super-8s
• Manual exposure control, which also enables you fade in / out of scenes
• Meter works with a very wide range of film speeds

The left side of the camera has a footage counter, remote socket and frame rate selector.

The zoom lens can be operated manually or motorised via the top Tele/Wide switch.

This camera normally also needs 2 x SR44 batteries to operate the light meter. We offer an option to upgrade the camera to power the meter from the main batteries using a precise voltage regulator. This removes the need for additional batteries in addition to providing a very stable supply for greater meter accuracy.

Has an adjustable eyepiece and battery check button on the top.

Key specifications

• Lens: Cine Nikkor 1,8 / 7,5 – 60 mm
• Split Image Focusing
• Auto / Manual Zoom
• Frame rates: 12, 18, 24 + single frame (via cable release socket)
• Takes film speeds:  10/16, 16/25, 25/40, 40/64, 64/100, 100/160, 250/400 (daylight/tungsten)
• Shutter degree: 170
• Manual / Auto Exposure
• Fade in /out via manual exposure control
• Remote control socket
• Tripod socket
• Made in Japan

Condition

• In perfect working order – all functions operating correctly.
• Viewfinder is generally clean, with a few specs of dust
• Lens in very good condition
• Clean film chamber