Bell & Howell 2123 XL

marketed in 1978

design: 2123-F

silent super 8 cartridge

lens: B&H Zoom f: 1.2 \ F: 8.5-24 mm

zooming ratio: 3x

focusing: manual, dual beam focusing

zooming: auto and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

viewfinder information:?

exposure: auto exposure control; TTL Electric Eye, CdS cell

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

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, with filter control switch

backlight control button: yes

filming speed: 18 fps, single frame

shutter opening angle: 225 degrees, eXisting Light system

sound: no

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: yes

movie light socket: no

film counter: yes

handle: retractable, chamber for penlight batteries

battery check button: yes

film drive motor: DC micromotor

power source: 4 x AA batteries only

weight: 800 g

dimensions: ?

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Bell & Howell

  • there are 2 versions of Bell & Howell 2123 XL: with retractable handle and with fixed handle