Beaulieu 4008 ZM 2

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Beaulieu 4008 ZM II

Year: 1971-1977

Lenses (interchangeable): Schneider Kreuznach Optivaron 1,8/6-66 mm (Macro), Angenieux 1,9/8-64 mm (non-Macro) or other via C-Mount.

Auto/Manual Zoom with Variable Speed (Auto zoom depending on lens)

Ground Glass Focussing

Macro focussing (depending on lens)

Manual/Auto Exposure (Auto exposure depending on lens)

Frame rates: 2 - 70 fps (step-less with markings at 2,4,8,18,24 or 25,36,50,70 fps) + single frame

Shutter degree: Variable.

Fades via variable shutter

Lap dissolve (rewind is manual with accessory rewind knob)

Remote control socket (triggers main power only), cable release socket (starts exposure only when main power is on)

Flash contact

Power supply: proprietary accumulator or external supply

Weight: 900 g

No sound

The later version of the model has a declutch button above the frame counter for lap dissolves and superimpositions.

There are rare models with black body and comes with 80fps and an Angenieux f1.2 6-80mm lens. From Bjorn Andersson of Beaulieu Sweden, "This Black 4008ZMII with Angenieux 1,2/6-80 was only produced in a very limited number in 1975, and we called it "S8 10 years jubilee model". Serial no 931500-933000."

Prices on eBay:

• eBay USA
  • US$ 330 in 08/1999
  • US$ 480 in 08/1999
  • US$ 400 in 08/1999
• eBay Germany:
  • EUR 116,00 in 10/2005 (+ 7EUR shipping) - was sold as "untested" and needed a new battery-pack
  • EUR 112,00 in 01/2006 (+ ??EUR shipping) - for a camera without recharging unit
  • EUR 123,00 in 06/2006 (+ EUR 8,00 shipping) - camera needed a new battery-pack
  • EUR 251,00 in 06/2006 (+ EUR 9,50 shipping) - camera with bag, some filters, ... - needed a new battery-pack
  • EUR 52,90 in 11/2006 (+ EUR 6,90 shipping) - camera with Optivaron 1,8/6-66, bag and a tripod
  • EUR 97,00 in 11/2006 (+ EUR 9,00 shipping) - camera with Angenieux 1,9/8-64 - needed a new battery-pack
  • EUR 96,00 in 01/2007 (+ EUR 7,00 shipping) - camera with Optivaron 1,8/6-66 - needed a new battery-pack
  • EUR 51,50 in 04/2007 (+ EUR 7,00 shipping) - camera with Angenieux 1,9/8-64 - needed a new battery-pack (hence the camera was sold as "untested, most likely not working")
  • EUR 100,99 in 04/2007 (+ EUR 7,50 shipping) - camera with Angenieux 1,9/8-64
  • EUR 101,00 in 06/2007 (+ EUR 8,00 shipping) - "untested" camera with Angenieux 1,9/8-64 and without working batteries
  • EUR 104,01 in 09/2007 (+ EUR 7,00 shipping) - sold as "not working"

Contents 1 Comments 1.1 Exposure times 2 Reviews 3 eBay Auctions

[edit] Comments

Manual can be downloaded at:

• http://www.super8aid.net/cameras.html

[edit] Exposure times

fps	2	4	8	18	24	25	36	50	70
Exposure Time	1/7 s	1/15 s	1/30 s	1/65 s	1/86 s (s. below)	1/87 s	1/130 s	1/175 s	1/250 s

Hints:

• Double these values again, IF you use the shutter in the Half-Closed position.
• DO NOT FORGET: Never use the camera without film at more than 24frames per second or it could damage the camera (motor and speed governor and even the delicate shutter system).

Q: Is the camera's exposure time at 24fps 1/86 or 1/80 s? A: Unknown:

• 1/86 makes sense when using the values stated in the manual for 18fps, 25fps and 36 fps!
• So maybe 1/80 s is the correct value for other versions of the 4008?

[edit] Reviews

Shooting with any Beaulieu 4008 series is a lot like shooting with a miniature Beaulieu R16, a pro 16mm model, except a lot less ergonomic. Yes, this Super 8 looks tres, tres cool and in a pinch it can double as a Flash Gordon ray gun, but what were the French thinking when they designed the chopped-off, two-finger, medieval hand grip? Not a good camera for hand-held shooting. I use mine 100% on a monopod. Though not as super bright as the Canon 814XL-S, the viewfinder on the 4008 ZMII is the largest I have ever seen on a Super 8 camera! Filmmaking purists rave about the ground glass focusing on this baby, personally I find it old school and difficult to master. Don't get this camera if you want easy. Do get this camera if you want the best macro zoom lens ever designed – I mean the stock Schneider Kreuznach 6-66mm is as good a zoom lens as anything you’ll find on a pro 16mm camera. Great optics and great feel. But what makes this lens so unique is that it allows you to go into macro mode at any focal length from 6-66mm!The Beaulieu 4008 ZMII is probably the best Super 8 camera Beaulieu ever built and by far the most rugged, but like all Super 8s it will require routine cleaning and lubrication every 2-3 years. -- Geoval--

[edit] eBay Auctions