Chinon 407 XL Direct Sound

marketed in 1977

sound and silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Chinon Reflex Zoom f: 1.7 \ F: 8-32 mm

zooming ratio: 4x

focusing: manual, microprism

zooming: auto and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

viewfinder information: ?

exposure: auto exposure control; TTL EE, CdS cell

backlight control button: yes

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

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, removable with movie light

filming speed: 18 fps

shutter opening angle: 220 degrees, eXisting Light system

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

recording level control: auto (High and Low)

sound sockets: Microphone, Monitor

cue light: yes

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: screw type

microphone bracket socket: yes

handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries

battery check button: yes

film drive motor: DC micromotor

power source: 6 x AA batteries only

weight: 1400 g

dimensions: ?

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Chinon