H-16 M-3

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  Bolex H16 M3

Specifications

Overall Dimensions

8 1/2" x 6" x 3"

Weight

Approximately 6 lbs

Outer Case

Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.

Film Capacity

100ft (30m) and 50ft (15m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film.

Threading

Automatic threading and loop forming. The end of the film is simply placed in a channel leading to the feed sprocket. The release is pressed and the film is then automatically threaded throughout the entire mechanism.

Motor

Constant speed, spring motor mechanism; governor controlled. Large winding handle folds downward and attaches to camera when not in use. Spring cannot be over-wound. 8:1 external drive shaft permits the attachment of an electric motor.

Lens Mount

Accommodates a single interchangeable C mount lens.

Viewfinder

Parallax correcting 'PC-12' preview finder gives an exact viewing field for lenses of four focal lengths: 16mm, 25mm, 50mm and 75mm.

Variable Speed

12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 48 and 64 frames per second

Release Button

provides for the making of continuous exposures by a finger-tip release on the front of the camera. A side release allows for locked, hands-free running or single frame exposures.

Shutter

144 degree aperture shutter

Footage Counter

adds and subtracts accurately in forward or reverse motion and automatically returns to zero when film is reloaded into the camera.

Audible Footage Indicator

A distinct click announces the passing of each 10 inches of film through the gate. This mechanism may be disengaged, if desired, by simply moving a lever.

Frame Counter

Twin dial counts frames individually and in total; Adds frames in forward motion and subtracts when film is wound backwards. Dial may be reset manually at any time.

Single Frame

Time lapse and animation is possible by using the side release button or an accessory cable release and adapter; I-T lever allows for timed or instantaneous single exposures.

Manual Rewind

Clutch disengages spring motor and permits forward movement and backwind without running down the spring; allows for dissolves and superimposition.

Flat Base

Contains three tripod sockets: Two 3/8" thread and one 1/4" thread. Front of the base is removable for easy mounting of the Bolex Matte Box.

Serial numbers & production years

As documented on this model’s archived page. Look up any serial on the serial lookup page.