Vtg Bell & Howell Filmosonic XL Model 1234 Director Series Focus-Matic Super 8 M

Description

Vtg Bell & Howell Filmosonic XL Model 1234 Director Series Focus-Matic Super 8 Movie Camera w/Bag and Microphone
This vintage Bell & Howell Filmosonic XL model 1234 movie camera is in excellent cosmetic condition; clean, with minimal signs of use. It has been owned by the seller’s family since its purchase in the late 70s and has been in storage for over 30 years. It currently functions as expected (the motor runs, buttons operate) but has otherwise not been tested professionally and is being sold as-is. The camera requires 6 AA batteries (not included).
The leather bag is in fair vintage condition, with some scratches, wear marks, and a few small paint spatters.
Will be shipped USPS Priority with insurance.
From a smoke- and pet-free home.
Auction includes:
Bell & Howell Filmosonic XL model 1234 movie camera
Lens cap
Microphone
Camera bag
(Auction does not include the tripod supporting the camera in the description photos)
Specifications from Bell & Howell:
Marketed in 1977-78
Sound and silent super 8mm cartridge
Lens: B&H Zoom f: 1.3 \ F: 8.5-24 mm
Zooming ratio: 2.8x
Focusing: manual, 1.5 ft to infinity, Focus Matic (trigonometric distance scale calculator)
Zooming: auto and manual
Viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece
Viewfinder information: aperture scale, under and over-exposure warning signal
Exposure: automatic exposure control; TTL Electric Eye
Aperture range: f/1.3 to f/45
Exposure compensation: +/- for auto
Film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA only (daylight/tungsten)
ASA notching: 1-pin
CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, with filter control switch
Filming speed: 18 fps, single frame
Shutter opening angle: 220 degrees
Picture fading: auto fade-in/fade-out
Sound: single-system, magnetic recording on super 8 film
Recording level control: auto
Sound level selector: Low, Normal
Sound sockets: Microphone
Remote control socket: yes
Cable release socket: yes
Movie light mounting slot: yes
Film counter: yes
Handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries
Film drive motor: DC micromotor
Battery button check: yes
Power source: 6 x AA batteries (not included)
External power jack: 9 V DC
Weight: 2lbs 10oz
Dimensions: L 9.5” x W 3” x H 8.75”
Tripod socket: 1/4"
Made in Japan by Bell & Howell