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Canon Auto Zoom 814 Electronic Super 8 Movie Camera Case Cap Tested Working

Name: Canon Auto Zoom 814 Electronic Super 8 Movie Camera Case Cap Tested Working
Brand: Canon
Price: 175.00 GBP
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Description

The Canon Auto Zoom 814 Electronic is a high-end, professional Super 8 cine camera featuring an outstanding 8x zoom Canon Zoom Lens C-8 (7.5-60mm f/1.4 Macro). Built with solid metal construction, variable shutter speeds (18, 24 fps, plus instant slow motion), single-frame recording, macro focus capability down to the front lens surface, automatic/manual exposure control, and powered motor zoom. Serial number 132923. Made in Japan. Complete with soft carrying case and front lens cap.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good

Cosmetically in very good pre-owned vintage condition showing light handling marks, subtle surface rubbing, and minor edge scuffs across the silver trim and black leatherette finish. Lens glass is bright with clear optical pathways, showing only light surface dust particles consistent with age. Power zoom (Tele/Wide) operates smoothly, motor runs cleanly through all frame rates, light meter responds appropriately to light level changes, and film transport mechanism functions correctly. Clean battery compartments. Serial number 132923. Fully tested and working.

Included

Canon Auto Zoom 814 Electronic Super 8 Camera (Serial No. 132923)
Canon Front Lens Cap
Soft Zipped Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap

Key Features

Fast f/1.4 Canon Zoom Lens C-8 7.5-60mm (8x optical zoom ratio)
Macro focusing capabilities up to the front glass element
Power zoom buttons (T/W) and manual zoom lever controls
Shooting speeds of 18 fps, 24 fps, slow motion, and single-frame exposure
Variable shutter degree control for manual fades and exposure adjustments
Through-the-lens (TTL) automatic exposure with full manual override option
Single-lens reflex (SLR) viewfinder with split-image rangefinder focusing screen

Collector's Notes

Introduced in 1972, the Canon Auto Zoom 814 Electronic is widely considered one of the finest Super 8 cameras ever produced. Celebrated by indie filmmakers and analog film enthusiasts for its ultra-sharp f/1.4 optics, dependable electronics, and robust mechanical construction, fully operational units with working power zoom and light meters are highly sought after in today's film revival market.