Fujica AX100 (1973–1978)
A compact Single-8 motion picture camera with interchangeable C-mount lenses, produced by Fujica for silent film capture.
Overview
The Fujica AX100 is a silent Single-8 motion picture camera introduced in 1973 and produced until 1978. Marketed in Japan and likely beyond, it was featured in a 1973 Japanese television presentation alongside Fujichrome RT200 film. The camera is noted for its small size and use of interchangeable C-mount lenses, including a 13mm Fujinon F1.1 lens. It cannot use Velvia film in a Single-8 cartridge. Described by users as "tiny," the AX100 was designed for simplicity and portability, and examples today are reported to still run fine. Some units were sold with a Marine-8 underwater housing as an accessory.
Specifications
| Lens | 13mm Fujinon F1.1 lens |
| Lens Mount | C-mount, interchangeable lens-type |
| Film format | Single-8 |
| Production years | 1973 – 1978 |
| Original retail price | Silver model: 22600 yen; Black model: 23600 yen |
| Current market price | $85.82 – $86.34 (Etsy listings, USD) |
Design
The Fujica AX100 is described as a tiny, compact camera with interchangeable C-mount lenses. It supports accessories like the Marine-8 underwater housing, indicating a design focused on portability and expandability for niche use cases.
Context
The Fujica AX100 was originally presented in a 1973 Japanese television broadcast promoting the camera alongside Fujichrome RT200 film,
Market
Current asking prices on Etsy range from $85.82 to $86.34. One user confirmed the camera “runs fine,” and another shared footage shot with the AX100 using modern telecine processing, indicating it remains functional and usable today.
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