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H-16 S-4

Format
16mm
Introduced
1965
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Paillard Bolex H-16 S-4 camera for 16mm film

Specifications

Overall Dimensions
8 1/2" x 6" x 3"
Weight
Approximately 6 lbs
Outer Case
Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.
Film Capacity
100ft (30m) and 50ft (15m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film.
Threading
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.
Motor
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 and 1:1 external drive shaft permits the attachment of an electric motor.
Turret
Rotating turret with folding lever; Accommodates three interchangeable C mount lenses; Built-in turret lock.
Viewfinder
A cupped eyepiece or eye-level focuser allows for critical focusing through a groundglass screen. Parallax correcting 'PC-12' preview finder gives an exact viewing field for lenses of four focal lengths: 16mm, 25mm, 50mm and 75mm.
Variable Speed
12, 16, 18, 24, 32 and 64 frames per second
Release Button
provides 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.
Shutter
144 degree aperture shutter
Footage Counter
adds and subtracts accurately in forward or reverse motion and automatically returns to zero when film is reloaded into the camera.
Audible Footage Indicator
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.
Frame Counter
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.
Single Frame
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.
Manual Rewind
Clutch disengages spring motor and permits forward movement and backwind without running down the spring; allows for dissolves and superimposition.
Flat Base
Contains three tripod sockets: Two 3/8" thread and one 1/4" thread. Front of the base is removable for easy mounting of the Bolex Matte Box.

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