Cameras
35mm Cameras
Twentieth Century-Fox Cine Simplex Camera
This Twentieth Century-Fox Cine Simplex camera, serial number 109, comes out the collection of my friend, noted cinematographer and collector John Hora. Over the course of the last six months, this camera has been carefully cleaned, repaired, and restored to working condition.
Pan ARRI 35 II C
This Pan ARRI 35 II C camera is offered as shown, with Panavision iris rods, a Panavision follow focus, and a Panavision matte box, as well as a bigger, brighter magnifying eyepiece, and an Arriflex constant speed motor. It also comes with a recreation of the original Pan-ARRI logo, as well as the wonderfully convenient and brilliantly designed Ted Rae top carry handle.
Original Slate from "How The West Was Won" (1962)
Shown here is an original 3-panel slate from the epic western adventure “How the West Was Won” (1962) shot in Cinerama out of the collection of veteran cinematographer John Hora. Cinerama was a widescreen format that made use of an amazing piece of engineering that incorporated 3 separate film transports and lens assemblies to shoot 3 synchronized film panels at the same time. These were later projected simultaneously to make up the widescreen image. “How the West Was Won”, produced by MGM, was directed by John Ford, Henry Hathaway, and George Marshall (who appears on this slate) and starred James Stewart, John Wayne, Gregory Peck, Henry Fonda, and Debbie Reynolds, among many others. A very cool piece of movie history!
Wilart Professional Camera
I am delighted to share with you all this fascinating, extremely rare, ca. 1921 Wilart Camera restored by my good friend Michael Madden. This camera features durable, all-metal construction, an automatic shutter, and behind-the-lens slots for split screen, spyglass, keyhole, and other effects masks. The camera also features an ingenious critical focusing tube that allows the cinematographer to view and compose through a single frame of film without fogging any of the adjacent frames. Additional features include footage and frame counters, a micrometer-based focus control that synced focus between the finder lens and the taking lens, automatic light traps on the magazine, along with a variety of other forward thinking features unique to the Wilart camera.
Vinten model H
This Vinten Model H camera has been meticulously cleaned, serviced, and returned to working condition. Comes complete with two 400' magazines, a motor, and three lenses (1ea. - Cooke Speed Panchro 1in [25mm] f2; 1ea. - Cooke Speed Panchro 35mm f2; 1ea. - Cooke Speed Panchro 50mm f2).
Mitchell VistaVision Butterfly
Mitchell VistaVision Butterfly 35mm 8-perf pull across camera with Fries spinning mirror reflex viewfinding system, crystal motor, video tap, swaing-away matte box, Nikon lens mount, four 400' magazines, and four 1000' magazines. Features the always-reliable Mitchell compensating link movement with 3 registration pins and a dual 4-pin pull-down claw.
Arriflex BL 4S
The final entry in the venerable Arriflex 35 BL series of cameras, the ARRI 35 BL 4S is a remarkable production tool, and one of my personal favortie cameras. The BL 4S is easily hand-holdable, or can be mounted on a geared head or a fluid head. It has a variety of operator-friendly features, including interchngeable ARRI Glow ground glasses, long and short orientable viewfinders, heated eye cup, pistol grip with remote on/off, PL lens mount, and variable pitch control.
Arriflex BL 2 camera with Cooke Speed Panchro lenses
Following up on the successful introduction of the Arriflex 35mm BL camera, the ARRI BL 2 improved on the original design by adding a brighter viewfinder, video tap optics, digital footage/frame counter and tachometer, and making the operation of the camera quieter while keeping the form factor small and light. The ARRI BL 2 was a smash success for ARRI, as it was one of the earliest sound silent, hand-held, pin registered cameras on the market. The BL series of cameras embraced a versatile design philosophy, with the camera being easily used hand-held or mounted on a geared head. Package includes 3 Cooke Speed Panchro lenses.
Arriflex 2C with Nikon hard front
Arriflex 35 II C spinning mirror reflex 35mm camera with a custom Nikon hard front conversion and a flatbase with a variable speed motor. The camera comes complete with a 400’ magazine. This camera has been fully cleaned and serviced and is ready to shoot your next project.
Arriflex 2C
Arriflex 35 II C spinning mirror reflex 35mm camera with a JAR hard front conversion with interchangeable Nikon and Panavision lens mounts and an ARRI high hat. The camera also features a JAR follow focus, swing-away matte box support, and video tap optics, and eyepiece heater. Sadly, no matte box or video tap camera are included. To complete the package, the camera also includes a 400’ magazine and a variable speed motor.
Arriflex 2B
Arriflex 35 II B spinning mirror reflex 35mm camera with standard three position turret featuring ARRI standard lens mounts and sitting on a Cine 60 flatbase with a variable speed motor. The camera comes complete with a matte box and a 400’ magazine. This camera has been fully cleaned and serviced and is ready to shoot your next project.
Arriflex 2B
Arriflex 35 II B spinning mirror reflex 35mm camera with standard three position turret featuring ARRI standard lens mounts and sitting on a Birns & Sawyer flatbase with a variable speed motor. The camera comes complete with a matte box and a non-reversible 400’ magazine. This camera has been fully cleaned and serviced and is ready to shoot your next project.
Arriflex 35 #1255
Original World War II Arriflex 35 #1255. In 1937, the Arriflex 35 hand-held motion picture camera was introduced. It features a revolutionary spinning mirrored shutter and a parallax-free erect image viewfinder. This example, serial # 1255 was originally manufactured ca. 1943.
Arriflex 35 II B
Arriflex II B 35mm Spinning Mirror Reflex camera with an Arriflex variable speed motor. This camera comes complete with one 400' reversible magazine, an Arriflex matte box, and a power cable, and a Kadisch High Hat. This camera has been recently serviced and is in very clean used condition.
Arriflex 35 II B with PL mt
Arriflex 35 II B spinning mirror reflex camera with PL lens mount, custom fit IIC camera door and viewfinder optics, and custom tape hook. This camera comes complete with a 400' reversible magazine, MCC Logical Designs Flat Base, and a variable speed motor.
Bell & Howell 2709 #586
Bell & Howell 2709 # 586 was originally sold to Seminole Films, Inc. of Eustis, FL on April 2, 1923. Seminole Films was established by Dr. Edgar J. Banks in 1922. Dr. Banks (1866-1945) was an archaeologist turned filmmaker, often called an inspiration for the character Indiana Jones.
Bell & Howell 2709 #707
Bell & Howell 2709 # 707, was originally purchased on November 2, 1925 by First National Productions, a subsidiary of First National Pictures. First National was one of the 5 major Hollywood studios in the 1920s and was later acquired by Warner Brothers.
Bell & Howell 2709 #1015
Bell & Howell 2709 #1015 was originally sold to the United States Department of the Interior on June 13, 1936. Sometime in its career it was converted to a rackover L base by Camera Equipment Company. Research into this camera's history is ongoing. The Bell & Howell Standard camera, model 2709, was introduced in 1912 and produced through the 1950's.
Bell & Howell Eyemo
35mm Bell & Howell Eyemo camera with original case and accessories. The 35mm Bell & Howell Eyemo was introduced in 1925 as a successor to the popular 16mm Filmo that was launched in 1923.
Bell & Howell Spider Eyemo
35mm Bell & Howell Spider Eyemo with original case and accessories. The 35mm Bell & Howell Eyemo was introduced in 1925 as a successor to the popular 16mm Filmo that was launched in 1923.
Bell & Howell Spider Eyemo
35mm Bell & Howell Spider Eyemo with original case and accessories. The 35mm Bell & Howell Eyemo was introduced in 1925 as a successor to the popular 16mm Filmo that was launched in 1923.
DeVry Standard "Lunch Box" Camera
The DeVry Standard Portable Camera, nicknamed the Lunch Box for its rectangular metal box design, was introduced in 1926. Advertisements touted the camera’s ease of use, durable construction, and low cost. This particular camera, serial # 765, was once owned by actress Marion Davies.
Eclair Cameflex CM3
The Eclair Cameflex was introduced to the US market in 1949. This Éclair Cameflex CM3 16/35mm motion picture camera features: spinning mirror reflex viewfinding, a bright orientable viewfinder, a 3 lens turret, and includes two 400' 35mm displacement magazines, and an original Eclair aluminum tripod and friction head. The 3-lens turret features one Nikon lens mount and two Eclair lens mounts. (The Nikon lens is shown for demonstration purposes and is sold separately.)
Fries Mitchell 35R3 #452
Fries 35R3 camera with PL, Nikon, Panavision, and BNCR lens mounts. Comes complete with one 400' magazine, two 1000' magazines, a Lynx Robotics Crystal motor, Lynx Robotics C-50 Battery Eliminator, video tap, cables, and cases. This is the perfect second unit MOS, VFX, or animation production camera, ready to use on your next project!
Moviecam SuperAmerica
This Moviecam SuperAmerica has been serviced, and the electronics repaired by my friend Arnold Peterson so everything is back in proper working order. The SuperAmerica series offers a number of terrific features, as it is sync sound quiet, is reasonably lightweight so it can be used handheld or on a pan tilt head, and it has a nice bright orientable viewfinder.
Mitchell GC #763
Mitchell GC #763 was originally sold to Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico in 1948. The Mitchell GC ("Government Camera") was adapted from the original Mitchell Standard in the 1930's or 40's as a more economical version for the U.S. military.
Mitchell GC #779
Mitchell GC #779 was originally sold to the United States Navy in 1949. The Mitchell GC ("Government Camera") was adapted from the original Mitchell Standard in the 1930's or 40's as a more economical version for the U.S. military.
Mitchell GC #1032
Mitchell GC #1032 was originally sold to the United States Army Aberdeen Proving Ground in 1953. Located just outside of Aberdeen, Maryland, the Aberdeen Proving Ground was established in 1917 as the US prepared to enter World War I. This is a Type A chronograph GC camera that records an image of a clock face (or other instrumentation) along with the main subject on each film frame. The military employed these chronograph cameras to document aircraft and weapons tests.
Mitchell GC #1452
Mitchell GC #1452 was originally sold to the Raytheon Manufacturing Company in 1968. Raytheon was founded in 1922 and remains a leading developer of defense electronics, including radar systems, satellite sensors, and cybersecurity. Key early Raytheon developments include the S Gas Rectifier Tube that revolutionized household radios, and the invention of the microwave oven.
Mitchell MK II #182
The Mitchell Mark II 35mm Studio Reflex Camera was introduced in 1962 and was a major departure from the Mitchell Standard, NC, and BNC cameras that had brought Mitchell such success over the previous five decades. This camera was a lighter-weight, hand-holdable 35mm pin-registered, high speed camera with a spinning mirror reflex viewfinding system. This camera, #182, was manufactured in June 1963 and comes out of the collection of cinematographer John Hora.
Mitchell NC #239
Mitchell NC #239 was originally sold to the United States Army Air Corps in 1942 and used by the First Motion Picture Unit. The FMPU was the first military unit made up entirely of movie industry professionals. During the Second World War, the FMPU produced recruitment, training, and propaganda films for the U.S. military, and also trained combat camera units for deployment overseas.
Mitchell NCR #345
Mitchell NCR #345 was originally sold to Associated Filmakers Inc. in 1946. Associated Filmakers Inc. was a New York-based producer of commercial, industrial, and educational films. This NCR is an early reflex conversion that utilizes the Mitchell Standard lens mount.
Mitchell NC #669
Mitchell NC #669 was originally sold to the Lookout Mountain Air Force Station in California in 1959. Lookout Mountain was a fully equipped movie studio within the U.S. military whose main mission was to record bomb detonations and weapons tests.
Mitchell NC #701
Mitchell NC #701 was originally purchased by the 1352nd Photo Squadron in 1961. The 1352nd was headquartered at the Lookout Mountain Air Force Station in California from 1947-1969, and was tasked with recording nuclear and ballistic missile tests on film.
Mitchell KF8
The Mitchell KF8 is a 35mm aircraft reconnaissance camera built for the United States Air Force (or possibly the Navy, records are unclear) in 1958. Based on the design of the Mitchell GC, the KF8 does not include the rackover mechanism or the focus tube that are regular features of that model. It is designed to be mounted in the nosecone of a jet aircraft and the pilot could remotely control focus, F-stop, and camera on/off.
Stein 2-Color Camera
In the 1920's, William Fox commissioned the New York-based firm Wm. P. Stein & Co. to build cameras for a new color process called "Natural Color". The Fox Natural Color, or Nature Color, process made use of one strip of black and white film shot through a custom designed Bausch & Lomb Raytar binocular lens to which red and green filters were affixed.
Acme Model 6 Rackover
The Acme Model 6 was the mainstay of the optical printing and SPFX industries, as well as animation, and matte painting composite photography for decades. This camera is unique as it features a rackover view-finding system and a 4-hole lens turret, features not common on Model 6 cameras.
Panavision Super R 200
A rare example of the venerable Panavision Super R 200 (SPSR), this camera is one of only a handful that have ever been available for private ownership.
Large Format Cameras
Mitchell FC #8
Mitchell FC #8 was originally sold to the Fox Film Corporation in 1930. The FC ("Fox Camera") is a 70mm 4-perf pull-down camera designed for the Fox Grandeur wide film system. This camera was most likely used to film Raoul Walsh's 1930 Oregon Trail epic "The Big Trail", starring a very young John Wayne in his first leading role.
Mitchell VistaVision Butterfly
Mitchell VistaVision Butterfly 35mm 8-perf pull across camera with Fries spinning mirror reflex viewfinding system, crystal motor, video tap, swaing-away matte box, Nikon lens mount, four 400' magazines, and four 1000' magazines. Features the always-reliable Mitchell compensating link movement with 3 registration pins and a dual 4-pin pull-down claw.
16mm Cameras
Arriflex 16SR
Late last year, I acquired a hoard of 16mm cameras, and this ARRI SR was a part of that group. At the time, I sold the camera, unrestored, to a friend. Now it has come back to me as part of a trade, having been fully serviced, the belts replaced, and the rear footage indicator on the magazine replaced. The camera comes complete with a Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 10-100mm zoom lens that is in good used condition. I have compared the built-in light meter to my Spectra light meter, and the two meters agree. The camera runs at speed and the flange focal depth is correct. The only thing I don’t have to offer with the camera is an on-board battery and charger, but the camera comes with an industry standard 4-pin XLR power cable so it is ready to shoot.
Arriflex 16M
The Arriflex 16M "Magazine" camera was introduced in 1962 as a successor to the venerable ARRI 16 ST. After a lot of cleaning, I was able to inch the ARRI M camera and magazine by hand using the motor coupling. The movement (the pull-down claw and the registration pin) and the shutter all worked smoothly. The spinning mirror shutter is clean, without any major scratches or gauges in it. The viewfinder optics are very dirty, but I managed to clean them up enough the evaluate the camera. Other than needing a deep cleaning and a general service, this camera is in pretty good condition. I found a variable speed motor in my collection of parts and was able to power the camera up. Everything ran very smoothly. The camera comes as pictured, with a 400' magazine, an Angenieux 10-150mm zoom lens, and a variable speed motor. This camera is offered in as-is, unrestored condition.
ARRI 16 ST
Arriflex 16 ST 16mm motion picture camera with a 400' magazine, a variable spped motor, matte box, and three lenses: Schneider Cinegon 10mm f1.8, 16mm f1.2, and 25mm f1.4.
ARRI 16 ST
Arriflex 16 ST 16mm motion picture camera with a 400' magazine, constant speed motor, and Angenieux 12-120 f2.8 zoom lens with zoom lens support bracket.
Bolex H16
Bolex H16 16mm motion picture camera with a Schneider Cine-Tele-Xenar 75mm T2.8 lens. Includes one empty daylight spool. This camera is sold as is, has not been fully serviced, but I have successfully run 50 feet of film through it. Baseplate shown in picture is not included.
Bolex H16
Bolex H16 16mm motion picture camera with a Wollensak 25mm f1.9 lens. Includes one empty daylight spool. This camera is sold as is, has not been fully serviced, but I have successfully run 50 feet of film through it. This camera features a Mitchell-style magazine mount, but I don't have magazines or a motor that has a magazine take-up belt. Baseplate shown in picture is not included.
Krasnogorsk-3
Krasnogorsk-3 16mm wind-up motion picture camera with 17-69mm zoom lens. This is a great camera for a beginner that wants to experiment with film.
Maurer Model 05
The Maurer 16mm Professional Camera, model 05, has a reputation for being extremely well made and providing outstanding registration on 16mm film. This camera is surprisingly heavy for its size and has just the coolest set of features. The anastigmatically corrected sidefinder, which slides onto a dovetail on the camera door, has a control to adjust the format in the sidefinder, and ingeniously uses a single knob to synchronously focus the sidefinder and adjust it for parallax correction. This camera has not yet been restored.
Auricon CM-72A
The Auricon line of 16mm cameras, audio recording devices, and accessories was launched in the 1940's with the introduction of a sound-on-film recorder. They introduced the Auricon Cine-Voice camera in the 1950's, and it gained wide popularity for news-gathering work due to its compact and portable design. This camera is offered in as-is, unrestored condition.
Auricon CM-72A
The Auricon line of 16mm cameras, audio recording devices, and accessories was launched in the 1940's with the introduction of a sound-on-film recorder. They introduced the Auricon Cine-Voice camera in the 1950's, and it gained wide popularity for news-gathering work due to its compact and portable design. This camera is offered in as-is, unrestored condition.
Auricon CM-72A
The Auricon line of 16mm cameras, audio recording devices, and accessories was launched in the 1940's with the introduction of a sound-on-film recorder. They introduced the Auricon Cine-Voice camera in the 1950's, and it gained wide popularity for news-gathering work due to its compact and portable design. This camera is offered in as-is, unrestored condition.
Victor Cine Camera Model 3
The Victor Cine Camera Model 3 is a 16mm spring-motor driven motion picture camera manufactured by the Victor Animatograph Corporation and introduced in 1927. Alexander Victor was a huge proponent of amateur and non-theatrical filmmaking, he even developed his own safety film standard in 1918. When Kodak introduced their 16mm safety film in 1923, Victor was finally able to see the amateur and non-theatrical educational, industrial, and religious film markets bloom. His Victor Cine Camera Model 3 was released just after Kodak launched their Cine-Kodak Model A as one of the very first 16mm cameras on the market.
Bell & Howell Filmo Model KRM
The Bell & Howell Filmo Automatic Cine Camera was introduced to the market in 1923. It was the first spring motor driven 16mm camera on the market and was an immediate hit. The Filmo was produced in numerous variations from 1923 through the 1970's.
Bell & Howell Filmo Model KM
The Bell & Howell Filmo Automatic Cine Camera was introduced to the market in 1923. It was the first spring motor driven 16mm camera on the market and was an immediate hit. The Filmo was produced in numerous variations through the 1970's.
Bell & Howell Filmo
The Bell & Howell Filmo Automatic Cine Camera was introduced to the market in 1923. It was the first spring motor driven 16mm camera on the market and was an immediate hit. The Filmo was produced in numerous variations through the 1970's.
Bell & Howell Filmo Model DA
The Bell & Howell Filmo Automatic Cine Camera was introduced to the market in 1923. It was the first spring motor driven 16mm camera on the market and was an immediate hit. The Filmo was produced in numerous variations through the 1970's.
Cine Kodak Model B
The Cine-Kodak Model B was the second generation 16mm film camera from the Eastman Kodak Company, launched in 1925. It is a spring motor driven camera and was designed to be lightweight, portable, and easy to use.
Cine Kodak Model B
The Cine-Kodak Model B was the second generation 16mm film camera from the Eastman Kodak Company, launched in 1925. It is spring motor driven and was designed to be lightweight, portable, and easy to use.
Cine Kodak Model B
The Cine-Kodak Model B was the second generation 16mm film camera from the Eastman Kodak Company, launched in 1925. It is spring motor driven and was designed to be lightweight, portable, and easy to use.
Cine Kodak Special II with Cine Kodak Tripod
Immaculate Cine-Kodak Special II 16mm camera (ca. 1948) with its original case, a 200’ magazine, and an amazing collection of original lenses and accessories. To complete this camera package, I have added an original Cine-Kodak tripod with pan tilt head that I acquired a couple of years back with a giant crate of other tripods. This is an amazing, museum quality collection of equipment that deserves a really good home. Hopefully one of my followers has a place in your heart and home for this wonderful piece of cinema history.
Cinklox Model 3-S
The Cinklox Model 3-S 16mm spring motor driven camera was introduced in 1947 by the Cincinnati Clock and Instrument Company. The camera is designed to take 100' daylight loads and comes with a Wollensak Cine Velostigmat 1" f2.7 coated lens. The Cinklox 3-S camera operates at "normal, fast, and slow-motion" speeds. The Cincinnati Clock and Instrument Company was incorporated in 1916 in Cincinnati, OH. Interestingly, during the 2nd World War, the company made components for gun cameras for the U.S. military. They used this experience to design and manufacture their Cinklox cameras.
Mitchell 16 Pro #831
The Mitchell 16mm Professional Camera was introduced in 1946, and is a 16mm version of the 35mm Mitchell Standard. The 16 Pro includes the legendary Mitchell rackover viewing system, and was available with the full compliment of accessories needed for professional photography. This camera, Mitchell 16 Pro #831, was manufactured in 1964.
Mitchell SS-R16
The Mitchell SS-R16 is a 16mm single system sound camera that was introduced in 1964. It was originally designed for the CBS television network for use in news-gathering work. This particular camera, serial #120, was manufactured in September 1964.
Keystone Model A-7
The Keystone Manufacturing Company was incorporated in Boston, Massachusetts in 1919 by Edward M. Swartz, Isidore Marks, Benjamin Marks, and J.M. Weisman. They manufactured 16mm and 8mm cameras and projectors, as well as metal and wooden toys. In 1936, they launched the Keystone Model A-7, a 16mm spring-motor driven camera that operated at seven speeds including 8 fps, 16 fps, and slow motion. This unit comes complete with a Cooke Anastigmat 1" f2.7 lens.