Locating quality Super 8 cameras, film stock, equipment and supplies
is now quite easy. For completeness we've also included the Japanese Single
8 format (arguably superior to Super 8) and Double Super 8!
Bought a camera, need a manual? Check out this list of .pdfs, it's huge!
equipment
Equipment Guides
With such a huge amount of kit out there, finding out what does what is
tricky. Here are some essential Super 8 and small gauge film equipment guides
and manuals.
If you are looking to buy (or rent) new Super 8 or Single 8 cameras, projectors
and other equipment, you could do no better than starting your searches
at the following sites. Some also include essential sundries such as batteries,
film leader, splicing tapes, film reels etc.
There are still experts out there who can refurbish and repair Super 8 and
other small gauge film equipment, perfect for keeping your shoots trouble
free!
With sound film long discontinued, shoots will have to have their sounded
recorded via more sophisticated methods. Whether you need a sound barney
or need to synchronize your camera to a recording device, start here...
If results from your Super 8 cartridges are variable, there is a nifty little
device which will keep your film rock solid - resulting in no more jittery
images..