Canon 514XL-S Movie camera

A very complete, iconic and fully working Canon Canosound 514XL-S Super 8 film camera set from the heyday of analog cinematography (introduced in September 1976). This advanced camera is known for its extremely bright lens (f/1.4) and the ability to record direct synchronous sound on Super 8 film. This item carries the unique serial number 306501 and is in a beautiful, ready-to-use condition. Technical condition (Tested): • Motor: Runs smoothly and powerfully at all speeds. • Electronics / Battery compartment: Completely clean and free of corrosion or battery leakage. The camera starts up immediately. • Lens & Viewfinder: Clear and clean, the zoom function works as intended. The lot includes: • Canon Canosound 514XL-S Super 8 camera (Serial number: 306501) • Canon BM 50 directional boom microphone with windscreen • Original vintage Canon carrying case for the microphone/accessories • External film lamp with mounting bracket and power cable for extra illumination • Luxury black leather storage bag with shoulder strap for the camera and lamp Cosmetic condition: The camera and accessories are visually in nice, used vintage condition with normal signs of aging (see the close-up photos for an accurate impression of the cosmetic condition). A beautiful object for both the active analog filmmaker and the serious Canon collector!

Estimate:£189.46

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