Bolex H 16 Standard
A 16mm cine camera produced by Bolex, used in news-gathering and commercial production.
Overview
The Bolex H 16 Standard is a 16mm movie film camera manufactured by Bolex. It features a 3-lens turret with C mount and was used for professional applications including news-gathering and commercial production, such as in St. Joseph, Missouri. Individual units have been documented with serial numbers from 1947 and 1952, and one source dates the model to 1949–1950.
Specifications
| Film Format | 16mm |
| Lens Mount | 3-Lens turret with C mount |
| Ground glass | 16 x 9 / 4:3 |
| Size | 8 1/2 (L) x 6 (W) x 3 (H) inches |
| Weight | 5.5 Lbs |
| Lens mount to film plane | 17.52 mm |
Context
The Bolex H 16 Standard was used in news-gathering and commercial production settings. One documented unit was in use in St. Joseph, Missouri. Production span is indicated by individual units from 1947 and 1952, with one source specifying the model as being produced between 1949 and 1950.
Market
A current listing on eBay UK shows the Bolex H 16 Standard priced at S$ 428.65. A 1952 Sears Camera Catalog listed a "Bolex H-16 Leader Camera" for sale, indicating commercial availability during that period.
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