155 Macrozoom

Improved on the 150 Super. The Macrozoom lens focuses as close as one inch; the viewing system features a coincident-image rangefinder.

Specifications

Weight: 2 lb, 6 oz. (1.08 kg)
Type: Super 8 cartridge load, battery operated.
Power Supply: Camera motor: four 1.5v AA batteries. Exposure control: two PX-13 1.35v mercury cells.
Lens: Paillard 8.5mm-30mm f/1.9 zoom lens. Focal length is controlled by turning a milled knob, equipped with a folding lever. Focusing from 1" to infinity is controlled by milled thumb-knob. Lens hood folds down when not in use. Built-in mount accepts series VI filters.
Automatic Exposure: Fully automatic exposure control; Diaphragm lock for manual exposure control.
Viewfinder: Reflex viewing with semi-reflecting prism system and coincident image rangefinder. Adjustable knob for image sharpness.
Variable Speed: 18 and 32 frames per second
Release Button: Continuous exposures can be made by a trigger release on the front of the grip handle. Trigger can be flipped up to prevent accidental filming.
Footage Counter: A watch-dial footage indicator, divided into 24 sectors of 8 seconds at 18fps, shows how much film is left in the camera.
Single Frame: A specially designed accessory, positioned in front of the ordinary release, allows the user to expose single frames for filming animation, titles, etc.
Grip: Built-in grip with trigger release and 1/4" thread tripod socket.
Included Accessories: Carrying case; Filter mount; Neck Strap; Multitrix with slide mount, grease pencil, acetate sheets for titling and special effects.

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