Sankyo Sound XL-400S Super 8 Camera

Sankyo Sound XL-400S Super 8 Camera - Good Condition | Japanese Super 8 Sound Camera with Sankyo Zoom 8.5-34mm f/1.2 Macro

The Sankyo Sound XL-400S is a Super 8 sound cine camera fitted with the Sankyo Zoom 8.5-34mm f/1.2 Macro lens. The very fast f/1.2 aperture is exceptional for a cine camera, letting you film indoors and in dim light where slower lenses struggle. The 4x zoom runs from a wide view to a moderate telephoto, and the built-in macro allows close-up filming of small subjects. Sound recording on the film, automatic exposure and cartridge loading keep operation simple, so you can concentrate on your subject. A characterful piece of Japanese cine history. No serial numbers noted.

Key Features

• Sankyo Zoom 8.5-34mm f/1.2 Macro lens
• Very fast f/1.2 maximum aperture for low-light filming
• 4x zoom range
• Built-in macro capability for close-up filming
• Super 8 sound camera
• Automatic exposure
• Cartridge-loading film
• Solid Japanese construction

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition, light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage
• Optics: Lens clean and clear, no fungus, haze or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics/Electronics: Motor runs correctly; zoom and focus controls operate smoothly; metering and film transport functioning as expected

"The Sankyo Sound XL-400S is a capable and appealing Super 8 camera. The f/1.2 zoom lens is outstanding in low light, the macro function adds creative flexibility, and automatic exposure keeps things easy. A characterful piece of cine history that is ready to shoot."

What's Included

• Sankyo Sound XL-400S camera

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Sankyo
• Model: Sound XL-400S
• Serial Number: Not available
• Lens: Sankyo Zoom 8.5-34mm f/1.2 Macro (fixed zoom)
• Lens Focal Length: 8.5-34mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.2
• Macro: Yes
• Film Format: Super 8 (sound)
• Exposure: Automatic
• Type: Compact Film Cameras
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition