Paillard Bolex H16 Reflex Camera With Vario-Switar 86 EE Lens In Luxury Case

£1,900.00

Paillard Bolex H16 Reflex Camera With Vario-Switar 86 EE Lens In Luxury Case
 
Paillard Bolex H16 REX From 1957

Serial No. 140245
 
Specification:
  • Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.
  • Takes 100ft (30m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film.
  • 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 with folding lever; Accommodates three interchangeable C mount lenses.
  • Viewfinder 6x magnification; Reflex viewing with semi-reflecting prism system; Groundglass focusing; Adjustable to eyesight.
  • Built-in slot holds a gelatin filter behind the taking lens and in front of the shutter.
  • Speed 12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 48 and 64 frames per second
  • Provision 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.
  • 145 degree variable shutter; Operated manually to decrease exposure time, or with accessory Rexofader to accomplish fade-ins and fade-outs.
  • 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.
  • Twin dial counts frames individually and in total; Adds frames in forward motion and subtracts when film is wound backwards. Dial may be reset manually at any time.
  • 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.
  • Tripod socket 3/8″ thread
  • Dimensions 8.5″ x 6″ x 3″.
  • Weight 5.5 lbs.


 
Condition: Good working order. No damage.
 
Camera winds up and operates well. Shutter and motor working at all speeds.
 
Includes a Kern Paillard Vario-Switar 86 EE Lens. Lens is clear. Focus and aperture work well. The aperture and zoom are fully working. I couldn’t test the meter as appropriate battery not available, so assume it may not work. Because of its age it would be best to use an external exposure meter anyway.
 
Nice clean condition all round with only very minor marks from use.
 
Includes a beautiful travel case.
 
Tripod not included. Available separately.
Paillard Bolex H16 Reflex Camera With Vario-Switar 86 EE Lens In Luxury Case
 
Paillard Bolex H16 REX From 1957

Serial No. 140245
 
Specification:
  • Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.
  • Takes 100ft (30m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film.
  • 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 with folding lever; Accommodates three interchangeable C mount lenses.
  • Viewfinder 6x magnification; Reflex viewing with semi-reflecting prism system; Groundglass focusing; Adjustable to eyesight.
  • Built-in slot holds a gelatin filter behind the taking lens and in front of the shutter.
  • Speed 12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 48 and 64 frames per second
  • Provision 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.
  • 145 degree variable shutter; Operated manually to decrease exposure time, or with accessory Rexofader to accomplish fade-ins and fade-outs.
  • 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.
  • Twin dial counts frames individually and in total; Adds frames in forward motion and subtracts when film is wound backwards. Dial may be reset manually at any time.
  • 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.
  • Tripod socket 3/8″ thread
  • Dimensions 8.5″ x 6″ x 3″.
  • Weight 5.5 lbs.


 
Condition: Good working order. No damage.
 
Camera winds up and operates well. Shutter and motor working at all speeds.
 
Includes a Kern Paillard Vario-Switar 86 EE Lens. Lens is clear. Focus and aperture work well. The aperture and zoom are fully working. I couldn’t test the meter as appropriate battery not available, so assume it may not work. Because of its age it would be best to use an external exposure meter anyway.
 
Nice clean condition all round with only very minor marks from use.
 
Includes a beautiful travel case.
 
Tripod not included. Available separately.