Porst Sound FM 120 S

marketed in 1978

sound and silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Porst Zoom Macro f: 1.8 \ F: 6-72 mm

zooming ratio: 12x

focusing: manual

macro focusing: yes

zooming: auto with variable speed and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single lens reflex-type with adjustable eyepiece

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

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

backlight control: yes

exposure compensation: +/- correction for auto

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter

filming speed: 9, 18, 24, 36 fps, single frame

shutter opening angle: 150 degrees

fading: auto fade-in/fade-out

lap dissolve: yes

interval timer: 1 to 60 second intervals

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

recording level control: auto (Normal, High) and manual

VU meter: recording level meter

sound sockets: Microphone, Monitor

microphone bracket socket: yes

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: yes

synchronized flash contact: yes

film counter: yes

handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries

battery check button: yes

power source: 6 x AA batteries only

external power jack: 9 V DC, for recharge

weight: 2100 g

dimensions: 80 x 230 x 250 g

tripod socket: 3/4"

made in Japan by Chinon

  • this model is the Chinon Pacific 12 SMR