Bolex 500 XL Sound

marketed in 1975

sound and silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Bolex Vario f: 1.2 \ F: 8-40 mm

zooming ratio: 5x

focusing: manual, microprism, 1.2 m to infinity

zooming: auto with variable speed and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

viewfinder information: exposure meter

exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, CdS photocell

exposure compensation: +/- correction for auto

backlight control button: yes

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

ASA notching: 1-pin

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter

shutter opening angle: 220 degrees

fading: auto fade-in/fade-out

filming speed: 18 fps

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

recording level control: auto

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: ?

movie light socket: screw type

accessory socket: yes

film counter: yes

handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries

battery check button: yes

film drive motor: DC micromotor

power source: 6 x AA

weight: ?

dimensions: ?

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Chinon