Bolex B8 L Movie camera
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Bolex Paillard B8L 8mm Double 8 mechanical cine camera with manual wind and a twin turret, included SOM Berthiot Cinor B 1:1.9 f=12.5mm and Cinor P 1:1.8 f=36mm lenses; tested and working.
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ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE
Bolex Paillard B8L (8mm) – Unique Custom Edition "Opera Lirica" / SOM Berthiot – Perfectly Working
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
General Description and Artistic Concept
Up for auction is a splendid and exclusive specimen of the Bolex Paillard B8L cine camera in Double 8mm (Standard 8) format, manufactured in Switzerland in the 1950s/60s, renowned for its precision mechatronic engineering.
This particular unit has been given a unique and personalized aesthetic redesign: the original black leather/leatherette has been replaced with a high-resistance technical material, decorated with vintage motifs inspired by posters and scores of the most famous Italian and French Opera titles (La Traviata, Aïda, Don Carlo, Rigoletto, Il Trovatore, Otello by Giuseppe Verdi). A perfect blend of vintage Swiss mechanical engineering and the allure of great classical dramatic music.
The item presents itself as a true one-of-a-kind collectible, ideal for amateur/vintage cinema use or as a refined design or display piece.
Technical Features and Specifications
Brand/Model: Bolex Paillard B8L (Made in Switzerland)
Film Format: 8mm (Double 8 / Standard 8)
Operation: Manual-wind mechanical (spring fully functional, motor smooth with steady action).
Twin Turret: Allows rapid lens changes by rotation.
Included Optical Assembly:
SOM Berthiot Cinor B 1:1.9 f=12.5mm (Standard lens of very high optical quality, French serial number Q24281).
SOM Berthiot Cinor P 1:1.8 f=36mm (Telephoto for detail/close-ups, serial number N82426).
Notes on optics: Glasses clean, diaphragms and focus rings smooth and responsive. Includes original metal cap with SOM Berthiot logo.
Exposure Meter/Exposure: Integrated system with adjustable selector (DIN/ASA) on the side and viewfinder for confirmation.
Frame Rate: Variable speeds (up to 64 fps for slow motion) in addition to single frame shooting.
Mechanical Condition: Dry head test, motor runs at all speeds, selectors and rings fully functional. Not tested with film, but estimated to be working.
ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE
Bolex Paillard B8L (8mm) – Unique Custom Edition "Opera Lirica" / SOM Berthiot – Perfectly Working
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
General Description and Artistic Concept
Up for auction is a splendid and exclusive specimen of the Bolex Paillard B8L cine camera in Double 8mm (Standard 8) format, manufactured in Switzerland in the 1950s/60s, renowned for its precision mechatronic engineering.
This particular unit has been given a unique and personalized aesthetic redesign: the original black leather/leatherette has been replaced with a high-resistance technical material, decorated with vintage motifs inspired by posters and scores of the most famous Italian and French Opera titles (La Traviata, Aïda, Don Carlo, Rigoletto, Il Trovatore, Otello by Giuseppe Verdi). A perfect blend of vintage Swiss mechanical engineering and the allure of great classical dramatic music.
The item presents itself as a true one-of-a-kind collectible, ideal for amateur/vintage cinema use or as a refined design or display piece.
Technical Features and Specifications
Brand/Model: Bolex Paillard B8L (Made in Switzerland)
Film Format: 8mm (Double 8 / Standard 8)
Operation: Manual-wind mechanical (spring fully functional, motor smooth with steady action).
Twin Turret: Allows rapid lens changes by rotation.
Included Optical Assembly:
SOM Berthiot Cinor B 1:1.9 f=12.5mm (Standard lens of very high optical quality, French serial number Q24281).
SOM Berthiot Cinor P 1:1.8 f=36mm (Telephoto for detail/close-ups, serial number N82426).
Notes on optics: Glasses clean, diaphragms and focus rings smooth and responsive. Includes original metal cap with SOM Berthiot logo.
Exposure Meter/Exposure: Integrated system with adjustable selector (DIN/ASA) on the side and viewfinder for confirmation.
Frame Rate: Variable speeds (up to 64 fps for slow motion) in addition to single frame shooting.
Mechanical Condition: Dry head test, motor runs at all speeds, selectors and rings fully functional. Not tested with film, but estimated to be working.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Bolex
Model/type nr
B8 L
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
D-mount
Film type
8 mm
Serial number
D61020 (numéro de l'objectif)
Estimated period
1950-1960
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