Paillard Bolex H16 Original 16mm Movie Camera Non-Reflex With 16mm Lens
Manufactured in Switzerland by skilled craftsmen, the Bolex camera was known for its precision and versatility.
Paillard Bolex H-16 16mm Camera from 1943
Specification:
- Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.
- Film Capacity 100ft (30m) and 50ft (15m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film. Either single perforation or double perforation film can be used.
- Automatic threading and loop forming. The end of the film is simply placed in a channel leading to the feed sprocket. The release is pressed and the film is then automatically threaded throughout the entire mechanism.
- Constant speed, spring motor mechanism; governor controlled. Large winding handle folds downward and attaches to camera when not in use. Spring cannot be over-wound. 8:1 external drive shaft permits the attachment of an electric motor.
- Rotating turret accommodates three interchangeable C mount lenses. The top position allows for critical focusing through a groundglass screen.
- Built-in critical focus viewer with cupped eyepiece.
- 8, 16, 24, 32 and 64 frames per second with the ability to change speeds while the camera is running.
- Release Button provides for the making of continuous exposures by a finger-tip release on the front of the camera. A side release allows for locked, hands-free running or single frame exposures.
- 190 degree disc shutter, operates at 118/1000 of an inch from emulsion side of film with an exposure rate of 1/30 second at 16 fps.
- A collapsible-style crank is supplied for the external frame counter, it is attached to an extended crank shaft that provided clearance of the counter during winding.
- Footage Counter adds and subtracts accurately in forward or reverse motion and automatically returns to zero when film is reloaded into the camera.
- A distinct click announces the passing of each 10 inches of film through the gate. This mechanism may be disengaged, if desired, by simply moving a lever.
- Time lapse and animation is possible by using the side release button or an accessory cable release and adapter; I-T lever allows for timed or instantaneous single exposures.
- Clutch disengages spring motor and permits forward movement and backwind without running down the spring; allows for dissolves and superimposition.
- 3/8″ thread Tripod socket.
- Dimensions 8 1/2″ x 6″ x 3″
- Weight Approximately 5 1/2 lbs (without lenses).
This early camera with added external footage counter is in very good condition for its age.
Fully working and complete with its original Yvar 16mm f/2.8 lens.
It is a vintage used item so please remember it is not in mint condition.
Please look at all the photos to assess the condition for yourself. Only items present in the pictures are included.
Good condition for its age and in working order with minor external marks from use.
A collectors piece in unrestored condition and still very usable.
