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Selling as is
CHINON 255XL DIRECT SOUND SUPER 8
CAMERA - MOTOR + ZOOM TESTED
Vintage 1970s Chinon 255XL Direct
Sound Super 8 movie camera. TESTED;
Motor runs when trigger pulled, power
zoom works in/out. Sold for spares/
repairs.
Top-spec Chinon 255XL with XL low-light
shutter + fast F:1.2 Reflex Zoom lens
Tested by me on 2026-06-05 with
batteries
What was tested:
Motor: Runs when trigger is pulled
Makes noise
Zoom: Power zoom buttons work - lens
moves in/out smoothly
Lens: Chinon Reflex Zoom F:1.2. Focus
ring turns. Glass looks dusty, no cracks
seen
Condition: Used with chrome pitting
paint loss around edges, scuffs, dust
IDE/TELE buttons present
NOT tested / Unknown:
Film transport/meter/exposure: Not
tested with film. Unknown if
auto-exposure or light meter work
Direct Sound: Mic/monitor jacks +
sound record heads not tested. No film
to test
Battery compartment: Not checked for
corrosion. Sold as-is
All other functions: Fade, SLO, filter not
tested
Includes: Camera body only. No film
patteries, mic, headphones, or case
Perfect for: Super 8 shooters, camera
techs, movie props, vintage collectors
Working motor + zoom on a 255XL is rare
The F:1.2 XL lens is prized for low light
Note: Sold as PARTS/REPAIRS despite
motor/zoom working. This is 50+ year old
electronics. Only tested that motor runs
and zoom moves. No guarantee on film
transport, exposure, Direct Sound
recording, or light seals. No returns or
vintage film gear. Check all 6 images. Steek
rule for scale only - NOT included.
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