Porst Sound 850 XL Macro

marketed in 1979-80

sound and silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Neovaron Macro f: 1.2 \ F: 6-51 mm

zooming ratio: 8.5x

focusing: manual, split image

macro focusing: yes

zooming: auto and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single lens reflex-type with adjustable eyepiece

viewfiner information: ?

exposure: automatic exposure control; Through The Lens EE, CdS photocell

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

ASA notching: 1-pin

backlight control: yes

CCA filter: built-in 85A, with filter cancellation slide

filming speed: 18, 24, 40 fps, single frame

interval timer: from 1 to 6 frames per minute

shutter opening angle: 225 degrees, eXisting Light system

fading: auto fade-in/fade-out

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

recording level control: auto (Low and High)

sound sockets: Microphone, Monitor

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: screw type, 1/4"

film counter: yes

handle: retractable, chamber for penlight batteries

film drive motor: DC micromotor

battery check button: yes

power source: 6 x AA batteries only

weight: ?

dimensions: ?

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Malaysia by Bauer Bosch

  • identical to Bauer 409 XL