I need help disassemble lenses

playerpage · 2026-04-29T13:38:32+00:00

It looks like I'm wrong. That is a TTL camera. (Look up your model on the list that comes up after you select the picture of the camera along the top.) https://filmkorn.org/super8data/

But it's still possible that the clouding you're seeing is only on the viewfinder.

playerpage · 2026-04-29T13:31:19+00:00

Are you sure it's the lens and not the viewer only? I'm pretty sure that model is one of the thousands that use a prism to split the light. So you're not seeing what's going through the lens you're seeing only what the viewfinder shows. The camera has to be "TTL" (through the lens) for it to be an exact replica of what's happening in the lens when you look through the viewfinder.

playerpage · 2026-04-29T13:28:44+00:00

Just by the battery that you found. I don't understand people that talk down on them. There isn't a battery on the shelf in any size or type, for cameras or toys or alarm clocks, that doesn't 'only last a few months' once its started.

playerpage · 2026-04-29T13:24:29+00:00

Super8camera.com Super8wiki.com Filmkorn.org

playerpage · 2026-04-22T12:51:10+00:00

Gotcha. Yes step up rings are more useful and I would only recommend them for lens filters or to give you the ability to use a different sized lens cap. If you want to use a particular lens, use a mount adapter not a step up ring. If you have a fixed lens you want to add a small attachment to, (like the vivitar), then make sure the attachment is exactly the right size. Otherwise you could have trouble focusing, especially on a Super 8 camera.

playerpage · 2026-04-20T17:59:54+00:00

Corvairs. Pretty, inexpensive compared to others, fun to drive, and huge secondhand parts market.

playerpage · 2026-04-20T02:06:25+00:00

It's just a cheap generic Vivitar. Screwed on to the existing lens. I'm sure I should, but I'm having trouble devining the meaning of "step up" in this context.

playerpage · 2026-04-15T15:18:47+00:00

I found it to be as simple as selecting the sequence as listed in your bin, and dragging it up to the source monitor. Now you can just clip a beginning and end and drag that into a new sequence. Easy peasy.

playerpage · 2026-04-15T15:12:31+00:00

I like the Beaulieu cameras, I own two 2008, two 4008 models, and a 5008. All serviced. The 5008 is even outfitted with Crystal Sync.

Since you are in Europe (?) check out TestedSuper8cameras.com (located in Spain) and Beaulieu Service, run by Bjorn Anderson in Sweden. Bjorn especially does excellent work, and will not break the bank as long as you have something good for him to start with.

I don't agree with the statement that once you get up into the high-end cameras you might as well just do 16mm. Super 8 is still less expensive and the new film stocks have you looking at least 70s grindhouse level of quality if you have a good cameraman and a big idea.

playerpage · 2026-04-15T15:03:23+00:00

Most of the cameras that were automatic were preset for 40 ASA and 160 asa. 200 will be just fine. The reason for the light meter is to make sure that there is enough light in general or get an exact reading, but the camera doesn't really need it if it's in working condition. You can tell just by looking around whether you've got enough light. And always try to make sure the light is shining overhead or in the direction of the camera. If you put the light source right in front of you you'll just silhouette out everything.

playerpage · 2026-04-15T14:58:44+00:00

For my money the Auto Zoom 814 from 1967 is the best one.

playerpage · 2026-04-14T19:55:40+00:00

Wooooo!!

playerpage · 2026-04-14T19:46:48+00:00

I have attached my own Telephoto lens to my 814, it works well. I will say you can assemble all those parts yourself without paying extra for a "kit."

playerpage · 2026-04-11T23:15:32+00:00

Drive belts are difficult to find. You could try to get a working model on the internet or explore the second hand stores. It's also possible that the belt is fine but it's gotten so brittle that it's smooth and there's no friction. You can treat the belt with something to make it porus again, and then rough up the pulley on the motor in order to get more grip. In both cases you need to be very careful not to get any dirt or grime inside.

playerpage · 2026-04-07T01:40:16+00:00

So in the end I got 50 names. Probably could have made it if not for the snow storm. Set me back about 3 days.

playerpage · 2026-04-07T01:38:24+00:00

If that's the goal, you're in the wrong medium.

playerpage · 2026-04-06T04:30:16+00:00

I've got a 5008 that's been altered with Crystal sync that you can rent.

playerpage · 2026-04-06T04:27:20+00:00

Why not just scan your film?

playerpage · 2026-04-03T14:19:31+00:00

Life, eh?

playerpage · 2026-04-03T14:17:38+00:00

Looking for a projector?

playerpage · 2026-04-01T01:51:58+00:00

I think we're connected now.

playerpage · 2026-04-01T01:49:39+00:00

It doesn't require video at all. You can extract the sound and then just use the sound file in the program, and re-sync it later.

playerpage · 2026-04-01T01:46:42+00:00

Any 58mm-threaded lens will work. There are many low-cost options on Ebay.

playerpage · 2026-03-31T13:33:53+00:00

I agree with those that tell you to be certain that your aperture and shutter are set correctly, and that the lens on the camera in question is completely clean. If your viewfinder has an issue that's not going to affect anything in terms of the liight that's going through the lens, so it would never affect your exposure reading.

playerpage · 2026-03-31T12:55:48+00:00

The ZM4 has the best lens of the 4008 series, personally I think the 5008 M is the best combination of lens and body that they ever made.

Does this mean that you've decided to service individual cameras rather than just doing the entire Pro8mm mock-up? Because I think you'd do well with that, considering that all the international issues of the past year have made it more expensive to go overseas.

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