marketed in 1978
silent super 8 cartridge
lens: Sankyo Zoom f: 1.2 \ F: 8.5-34 mm
zooming ratio: 4x
focusing: auto and manual, split image, 1.5 m to infinity
macro focusing: 0.05 to 1.5 m
zooming: auto and manual
filter size: ?
viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece: +/-3 diopters
viewfinder information: under and over-exposure marks, film transport indicator
exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, CdS cell
ASA notching: 1-pin
aperture range: f/1.2 to f/45
film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA (daylight/tungsten)
CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, coupled with movie light socket, with filter switch
filming speed: 9, 18, 36 fps, single frame
shutter opening angle: 220 degrees
fading: manual fade-in/fade-out
sound: no
remote control socket: yes (1)
cable release socket: no
movie light socket: screw type
accessory shoe: yes
flash synchronization socket: yes
film counter: yes
handle: retractable, chamber for penlight batteries
battery check button: yes
film drive motor: DC micromotor
power source: 4 x AA batteries only
weight: 1350 g
dimensions: 88 x 160 x 210 mm
tripod socket: 1/4"
made in Japan by Sankyo Seiki
It is same as Sankyo ES 44 XL, but with Auto Focusing. First super 8 camera with Auto Focusing.
(1) In this socket also it is possible to connect a self-timer, a universal timer or radio control unit.