Minolta Autopak-8 D12
marketed in 1973
production: 1973-1977
since super 8 cartridge
lens: Minolta Zoom Rokkor f: 1.8 \ F: 6.5-78 mm
zooming ratio: 12x
focusing: manual, split image
macro focusing: yes
zooming: auto with 5 speeds (2-12 seconds) and manual
filter size: 67 mm
viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece
viewfinder information: f/stop, exposure warning signal, shutter opening, safe-run signal, film-end signal
exposure: auto and manual exposure control; Through The Lens EE, CdS photocell
film speed: automatic for16, 25, 40, 64, 100, 160, 150, 400 and 640 ASA
ASA notching: no pin = slide
exposure compensations: +/- 2 f/stop, correction for auto
backlight control: yes
CCA filter: built-in, filter 85A, coupled with movie light, filter control screw
shutter opening: 165 degrees, rotary variable type; 4 positions: fully open, 1/2 open, 1/4 open and closed
fading: auto and manual
lap dissolve: yes
filming speed: 8, 12, 18, 24, 32, 54 fps, single frame (32 and 54 fps with high-speed power pack)
interval timer: with intervalometer-P or intervalometer-S
sound: no
remote control socket: yes
cable release socket: no
movie light socket: yes
synchronized flash socket: yes
film counter: yes
handle: fixed, compartment for batteries
battery check button: yes
film drive motor: DC micromotor
power source: 5 x AA dry batteries only
weight: 2010 g
dimensions: 70 x 208 x 238 mm
tripod socket: 1/4"
made in Japan by Minolta
Minolta had 2 intervalometers: intervalometer-P (from 0.5 to 60 seconds) intervalometer-S (from 0.2 second to 10 minutes)
high-speed power pack takes 7 AA batteries