Chinon 1206 SM - Direct Sound

marketed in 1976

sound and silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Chinon Reflex Zoom f: 1.8 \ F: 6-72 mm

zooming ratio: 12x

focusing: manual, microprism

macro focusing: yes

zooming: auto with variable speed and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, Cds cell

backlight control button: yes

film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA only (daylight/tungsten)

exposure compensation: +/- 1 f/stop

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter

filming speed: 18, 24, 36 fps, single frame

interval timer: 1 to 60 second intervals

shutter opening angle: 150 degrees

fading: auto fade-in/fade-out

sound: single-system, magnetic recording on super 8 film

recording level control: auto (High, Low) and manual

VU meter: recording level meter

sound sockets: Microphone, Monitor

cue light: yes

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: screw type

synchronized flash contact: yes

microphone bracket socket: yes

film counter: yes

handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries

film drive motor: DC micromotor

battery checker: yes

power source: 6 x AA batteries only

battery charge jack: 9 V DC

weight: 2450 g

dimensions: 83 x 224 x 248 mm

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Chinon