Chinon 255XL Direct Sound Cine Camera

Made:
1980-1989 in Japan
maker:
Chinon Industries Incorporated

Chinon 255XL direct sound cine camera with case and instruction booklet, 1980-1989. Serial No 881234. Chinon Reflex Zoom lens F: 1.1, f/9-22mm; film speed 18 fps; built-in straylight prevention shutter; electric eye exposure control; wriststrap attached to base of handle; plastic lens cap; black plastic microphone stand (no microphone).

Details

Category:
Cinematography
Object Number:
2000-5049
Materials:
plastic (unidentified), white metal (unknown), glass and rubber (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 230 mm x 85 mm x 225 mm,
type:
8mm cine camera
credit:
The National Media Museum, Bradford

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