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Canon Zoom 8 Super 8 vintage cine camera from the mid-1960s, complete with its Canon C-8 Trigger Grip 4 and original accessories (flash bulbs and case).
This is a collectible analog movie camera from Japans golden film era, prized by both collectors and retro filmmakers.
Camera Model Canon Zoom 8 Super 8 (Made in Japan)
Lens Canon Zoom Lens 8 mm f/1.4, variable zoom
Mount Super 8 cartridge film system
Grip Canon C-8 Trigger Grip 4 detachable pistol handle
Body Black leatherette & silver aluminum
Power 2× AA or small cell batteries for motor/zoom
Accessories Original leather case, flash bulbs (Philips Photoflux, Sylvania AG1B, AG1, etc.)
Era c. 19651970
Origin Canon Camera Co., Inc., Tokyo, Japan
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📦 Collectors Context
Canons early Zoom 8 and Cine 8 models were Canons first film movie cameras to feature built-in zoom and semi-automatic exposure.
The C-8 grip added ergonomic trigger filming very desirable in display sets.
Film reels and flashbulbs like yours (Sylvania, AG-1, Photoflux) are now collectible props by themselves.
Popular among vintage tech photographers, museums, and film schools for retro exhibitions.
