FILM TESTED Chinon 506 SM XL Super-8 cine camera bronica Takes 2 x CR123A lithium

Takes 2 x CR123A lithium batteries for long life

Sliding "clam shell" cover design to protect the lens when the camera is not in use

The Pentax ME-Super is a great quality camera and an excellent choice for learning about film photography

Feels really great to hold - far better build quality than later (more plastic) cameras

The Minolta D10 is a top quality Super-8 cine camera with advanced features for serious movie making

FILM TESTED Chinon 506 SM XL Super-8 cine camera bronica Takes 2 x CR123A lithiumA highly capable camera with some very useful extra features. See the gallery for a (very short !) test film shot with this camera. This cine camera has an impressive list of specs, including: Very wide aperture lens (f 1. 2) great for low lighting conditions 5 x power zoom with variable speed Viewfinder information: f stop, film end signal, shooting signal Macro setting for close ups Microprism focusing screen Exposure lock Backlight correction Slow