The Bolex Rex 5, Super 16 (serial 226213), features a powerful spring motor, selectable filming speeds from 12 to 64 fps, and a reflex viewfinder with 10x magnification.
The camera operates on 16mm film, with a 100 ft spool capacity and dual frame counters.
Now available in Super 16 format, this camera is optimized for filmmakers seeking maximum image area and exceptional cinematic quality.
CHF 3'360.00 – CHF 3'500.00
Bolex Rex 5, super 16, serial 226213
Mechanical system
– powerful spring motor with high-precision governor; drives up to 5 meters (16.4 feet) of film on a single wind
– can be fitted with an auxiliary electric motor
– shutter with variable opening angle, adjustable during operation or when stopped; maximum opening 135°; shutter closes automatically when the camera stops
– operation modes: normal forward motion, continuous filming, single-frame, and full rewinding via hand crank
– features automatic threading, spool ejection, and a loop former
– selectable filming speeds: 12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 48, 64 fps, plus single-frame capability
Optical system
– reflex viewfinder: brilliant, flicker-free viewing through a rugged, swivel-mounted prism system
– eyepiece: 10x magnification, ±5 diopter adjustment, foldable rubber eyecup with light trap
– framing: standard 16mm projection field view with tv frame (8.40 x 6.30 mm; r = 1.7 mm)
– lens mount: three-lens c-mount turret, 1″ thread diameter, 17.52 mm (.690″) flange depth
– filter slot: built-in holder for gelatin filters
Light meter
– supports vario-switar 100 ptl or 100 poe-4 lenses with built-in auto exposure
Synchronous sound recording
– camera equipped with esm auxiliary motor: possibility of synchronization by crystal control or sync pulse equipment with automatic clapper, at 24 or 25 fps
– other motors and crystal speeds available
General specs
– film type: 16mm, single or double perforation
– film capacity: 100 ft internal spool; accepts optional 400 ft magazine
– frame counters: dual counter (feet or meters)
– controls: front and side release (supports cable release); suitable for continuous and single-frame filming
Now available in Super 16 format
This camera has been fully serviced and is now exclusively offered in Super 16 format, designed for filmmakers looking to capture the maximum image area and achieve exceptional cinematic quality.
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