marketed in 1974-75
sound and silent super 8 cartridge
lens: Reflex f: 1.7 \ F: 9-22.5 mm
zooming ratio: 2.5x
focusing: manual
rangefinder: microprism
zooming: auto and manual
filter size: 58 mm
viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece
viewfinder information: aperture value, over and under-exposure warning signal
exposure: auto exposure control; TTL EE, CdS cell
exposure range: f/1.7 to f/22
backlight control button: yes
film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA only (daylight/tungsten)
CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, removable with movie light
filming speed: 18 fps with sound cartridge, 20 fps with silent cartridge
shutter opening angle: 220 degrees, eXisting Light system
sound: single-system, magnetic recording on super 8 film
recording level control: auto (High, Low) and manual
sound sockets: Microphone, Monitor
cue light: no
remote control socket: yes
cable release socket: no
movie light socket: screw type
film counter: yes
handle: fixed, chamber for penlight batteries
film drive motor: DC micromotor
battery check button: yes
power source: 6 x AA \ 1 x PX28 (6V) for light meter and amplifier
battery charge jack: 9 V DC
weight: circa 1700 g
dimensions: ?
tripod socket: 1/4"
made in Japan by Chinon
It is same as Chinon 255 XL Direct Sound.