Sankyo EM-20XL

marketed in 1981

silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Sankyo Zoom f: 1.2 \ F: 12-24 mm

zooming ratio: 2x

focusing: fixed

zooming: auto and manual

filter size: ?

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

viewfinder information: under-exposure warning signal, film transport signal

exposure: auto exposure control; not TTL EE, CdS cell

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

ASA notching 1-pin

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, with filter switch

filming speed: 18 fps

shutter opening angle: 220 degrees

sound: no

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: screw type

film cunter: yes

handle: retractable, chamber for penlight batteries

film drive motor: DC micromotor

battery check button: yes

power source: 3 x AA batteries only

weight: 500 g

dimensions: 53 x 101 x 185 mm

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Sankyo Seiki

  • similar to Sankyo EM 30 XL, but with different lens