Bolex 233 Compact

marketed in 1970

silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Bolex Vario f: 1.9 \ F: 9-30 mm

zooming ratio: 3.3x

focusing: manual, aerial, 1.2 m to infinity

zooming: manual

filter size: 35 mm

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

viewfinder information: exposure meter, film transport signal

exposure: auto exposure control; not TTL EE

exposure compensation: +/- corection for auto

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

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

shutter opening angle: <180 degrees

filming speed: 18 fps

sound: no

remote control socket: ?

2 cable release sockets: single frame, continuous running

movie light socket: kodak type, with filter key

film counter: yes

handle: detachable

battery check button: ?

film drive motor: DC mircromotor

power source: 2 x AA batteries only

weight: 490 g

dimensions: 40 x 75 x 140 mm

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Austria by Eumig

  • this movie camera is similar to Eumig Mini 3