{"product_id":"camera-super-8-leicina-special","title":"Leicina Special Super 8 Camera","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eBrand \u003cstrong\u003eLeicina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModel \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFormat\u003cstrong\u003e Super 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeicina Special (1972–1977)\u003cbr\u003eThe Leicina Special is Leica’s second generation cine camera, succeeding the Leicina 8S and 8V models of the early 1960s and designed for Kodak’s Super 8 cartridge format. Manufactured in Wetzlar, Germany, it was conceived as the heart of a universal Super 8 system for demanding enthusiasts, professional filmmakers and scientific applications.\u003cbr\u003eLens mount\u003cbr\u003eEquipped with a robust Leica M mount, it directly accepts Leica M rangefinder lenses. With adapters, it also supports Leica screw mount lenses, Leica SLR\/Leicaflex lenses, Arriflex lenses, M42 screw mount lenses and Minolta\/Canon mount lenses. (Note: not compatible with C-mount lenses.)\u003cbr\u003eOptics\u003cbr\u003e    • Leicina 6-66 mm f\/1.8 Optivaron (Schneider Kreuznach, 15 elements\/12 groups): motorized zoom lens with close focusing down to a 29 x 22 mm field of view; renowned for its sharpness at full aperture.\u003cbr\u003eStandard TTL CdS follow-pointer metering. The optional Leicinamatic module (with the Optivaron lens) adds automatic exposure and fade-in\/fade-out functions.\u003cbr\u003eViewfinder\u003cbr\u003eBright, flicker-free reflex viewfinder, 17x magnification, 18 mm eye relief, 4.2 mm exit pupil (full field visible with glasses), +\/-3 diopter adjustment. Three interchangeable focusing screens available: microprism, split image (diagonal wedges), and aerial image with reticle (for use with a microscope, endoscope, or extreme telephoto lens).\u003cbr\u003eShooting Speeds\u003cbr\u003eClick-stop speeds of 9, 18, 25, and 54 frames per second, regulated by a tachometric alternator and a variable gain amplifier for constant voltage. Low-inertia, ironless armature motor ensures consistent exposure in both continuous and single-frame shooting. Integrated frame counter for precise timing of slow-motion sequences; LED indicator for long exposures.\u003cbr\u003ePower\u003cbr\u003e5 AA batteries in a removable, angled case that also serves as a front support; can be replaced by an external power supply (e.g., in cold weather).\u003cbr\u003eThis camera has been refurbished and fully tested with film, yielding excellent results. This equipment comes with a 90-day warranty. If you experience a malfunction with your camera within 90 days, you may return it for repair or replacement. The casing shows slight signs of wear. Sold with the original lens cap and carrying case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emarketed in 1972\u003cbr\u003eproduction: 1972-1975\u003cbr\u003esilent Super 8 cartridge\u003cbr\u003elens: interchangeable lenses, M-type mount\u003cbr\u003ebasic lenses:\u003cbr\u003e- Schneider Optivaron f: 1.8 \\ F: 6-66 mm \u003cbr\u003ezoom ratio: 11x\u003cbr\u003efocusing: manual\u003cbr\u003emacro focusing: yes\u003cbr\u003ezoom: automatic and manual\u003cbr\u003efilter diameter: 62 mm\u003cbr\u003eexposure: automatic and manual\u003cbr\u003eviewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eexposure: automatic and manual exposure control; TTL electric eye\u003cbr\u003eexposure compensation: +\/- correction for automatic mode\u003cbr\u003efilm sensitivity: manual selection between 10 and 1,000 ASA\u003cbr\u003eCCA filter: built-in 85A filter, with filter selector\u003cbr\u003eshooting speed: 9, 18, 25, 54 frames per second, single frame\u003cbr\u003eshutter opening angle: \u0026lt;180 degrees\u003cbr\u003efade-in\/fade-out: yes\u003cbr\u003eoverlap fade: yes\u003cbr\u003elong exposure: yes\u003cbr\u003esound: no\u003cbr\u003eremote control socket: yes\u003cbr\u003ecable release socket: yes\u003cbr\u003efilming light socket: no\u003cbr\u003efilm counter: yes\u003cbr\u003eframe counter: yes\u003cbr\u003egrip: retractable\u003cbr\u003ebattery check button: yes\u003cbr\u003efilm drive motor: DC micromotor\u003cbr\u003epower: 5 AA batteries only\u003cbr\u003eweight: 960 g (body), 420 g (Macro Cinegon)\u003cbr\u003edimensions: 85 x 100 x 160 mm\u003cbr\u003etripod mount: 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003emade in Germany by Leitz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"leicina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58449110204747,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/3034\/9643\/files\/Photoroom_20260911_184148.jpg?v=1789145096","url":"https:\/\/re-voir.com\/en\/products\/camera-super-8-leicina-special","provider":"Re:Voir","version":"1.0","type":"link"}