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Canon 814 AZ

canon 814 auto zoom
japan, 1967

this camera won’t let you down! it’s possibly our favourite combination of sharp, bright lens and simple features (which in super 8 means less to go wrong!). we use the canon 814 when we want sharp, well exposed shots that won’t require fancy long exposures or fades

lens: 7.5-60mm 8x zoom - f/1.4 - manual & auto exposure

shooting speeds: 12, 18, 24fps, single frame. 155º shutter

features: great image quality, great build quality

watch a straight 8 shot on this camera

hire fee: £175+VAT / day for weekdays | £275+VAT for weekends (collect fri pm, return mon am) - includes a main body and a backup in case of issues

check out a video overview of how to get the best out of this camera here

hire info:

  • we always rent a pair of cameras out in case of any issues: they’re all antiques after all.

  • once the package is collected, from camden, it needs to be insured or in your care at your risk.  replacement value of this package is £4000.

  • we can supply film at a 5% discount with any hire.

  • payment in advance. deposit taken if no insurance in place.

  • we will supply link to explanatory video, manual, and can trouble shoot / teach you on collection / by remote during your shoot, within reasonable limits!!!

  • although we send you a spare body, this should only be used in case of issue with the first body. you are not hiring two cameras for use in a two-camera shoot, and the price reflects that. we also can’t offer any guarantees, or be held liable, in case of an issue with one or both of the cameras.

  • package includes: 2 x canon 814 body with in-built lens, screw-in remote cable, lightmeter batteries, case

more techy camera info:

  • meters: 16 - 250 ISO, automatic. this includes kodak 50d, 100d, 200t, 250d. kodak 500t is fine in this camera, but auto-exposure will overexpose by one stop (we think this looks better anyway!!)

  • shutter speeds: 1/29s @ 12fps, 1/43s @ 18fps, 1/58s @ 24fps

  • lens: 8x zoom canon 7.5-60mm f/1.4 - 18 elements in 13 groups, multicoated. 58mm diameter. 1.2m close focus. this camera can not accept other lenses

  • batteries: the camera requires 2x PX625 cells to power the light meter. these are inserted in a small compartment above the film chamber. they are supplied with your hire but must be returned.

  • diopter: this camera features an eyepiece that can be adjusted for different eyesights, so you don’t need to wear glasses / contacts. just turn the metal diopter lock wheel next to the eyepiece, and turn the rubber eyepiece to adjust.


hire fee: £175+VAT / day for weekdays | £275+VAT for weekends (collect fri pm, return mon am) - includes a main body and a backup in case of issues
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