{"product_id":"bell-and-howell-8430-super-8-movie-camera","title":"Bell and Howell 8430 Super 8 movie camera","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bell and Howell model 8430 is a simple manual zoom Super 8 camera from circa 1966. These early B\u0026amp;H cameras feature robust metal construction. It features an 11-35mm f1.9 zoom lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis camera is ideally suited for outdoor or brightly lit interior shooting (we don't recommend it for very dim indoor work). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe this model is functionally identical to the more common model 8429 (same lens and chassis). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most later Super 8 cameras, the B\u0026amp;H 8430 supports the full range of cartridge notches for film speed up to ASA\/ISO 400, as shown on this page: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20170320041145\/http:\/\/super8wiki.com\/index.php\/File:Cartridgenotchruler.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20170320041145\/http:\/\/super8wiki.com\/index.php\/File:Cartridgenotchruler.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFocusing is a tad trickier than later cameras but it's not too hard once you get the hang of it. As with nearly all super 8 cameras, for maximum sharpness, you need first to set the eyepiece to match your vision by zooming the lens to 35mm, focusing to infinity, pointing to a faraway (more than 50 feet) object and turning the eyepiece until it looks sharp. For critical focusing, a tape or laser measure can be helpful but with good light this isn't necessary (because of the depth of field). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBattery info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis camera requires 4 AA alkaline batteries (not included). The AA batteries power both the motor and the metering (no special light meter battery is needed). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camera is very good cosmetic and functional condition. We confirmed the motor is operating smoothly by running a cartridge through it (we did not get it developed however) and we observed the light meter\/aperture is responding correctly to light. We also verified the film plane focus using an autocollimator on running film. This model originally included the fun-looking-but-awkward-to-use detachable grip like the model 8429 but the original owner discarded it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis camera's serial number is 18983. We always use detailed photos of the actual camera for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(for model 8429, source: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.filmkorn.org\/super8data\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.filmkorn.org\/super8data\u003c\/a\u003e )\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esilent super 8 cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elens: B\u0026amp;H Zoom f: 1.9 \\ F: 11-35 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ezooming ratio: 3.2x\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efocusing: manual, aerial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ezooming: manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eviewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eviewfinder information: film-end signal, under-exposure warning signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexposure: auto exposure control; TTL Electric Eye, CdS photocell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilm speed: auto between 10 and 400 ASA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilming speed: 18 fps, single frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshutter opening angle: \u0026lt;180 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esound: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremote control socket: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecable release socket: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaccessory socket: screw type, 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilm counter: 1-15 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle: detachable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebattery check button: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilm drive motor: DC micromotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epower source: 4 x AA batteries only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight: 900 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edimensions: 65 x 155 x 185 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etripod socket: 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emade in Japan by Bell \u0026amp; Howell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGuarantee and returns\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis used camera has a full 30-day guarantee. Damage caused by misuse or abuse is not covered by our guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days provided the camera is in the same condition as when you received it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca title=\"Shipping, Pickups, Returns, and Guarantee Policies\" href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/shipping\"\u003epolicy page\u003c\/a\u003e for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bell and Howell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51364263395616,"sku":"NWP-8MM-BHAL8430-20260321","price":57.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/4401\/3398\/files\/bell_and_howell_8430_super8_8mm_cine_film_camera_serial_18983_20260320_10.jpg?v=1774064402","url":"https:\/\/www.newwavepool.shop\/en-us\/products\/bell-and-howell-8430-super-8-movie-camera","provider":"New Wave Pool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}