Robert Ditto

Hello Carl, Your Camera is missing some hardware and some accessories. At location A you are missing the turret lock assembly. At location B you are missing the behind the lens filter holder. This filter holder must be in place or the slot completely covered while filming or there will be a light leak. At Location C your camera has been set up to use the sync flash accessory and these holes must be covered, or again a light leak. And if I had to hazard a guess, this is the main source of your current light leak. Sincerely, Respectfully, Robert

Hello. The grip you need for your C8SL is the Chrome Trigger. The black trigger version is incorrectly labeled and works on the later pocket 8mm cameras D8, P1, P2, P3.

Hello, Darn. Here is a setup that works very well for most people I know. Purchase a Juicebox Magic Power 2.0 battery, https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1643531-REG/juicebox_jb_jbmp_p46_magic_power_2_0_for.html?ap=y&smp=y&srsltid=AYJSbAcwE6mKkD1eyztNseLxxGBgvf1Snrzn7NZ5La4erYj7SxVUTfh4bhQ then modify the supplied cable by cutting off the end used to connect it to a Black Magic Pocket Cinema camera and attaching the appropriate XLR connector to pair with the on/off cable you have on the way. For XLR wiring, usually Pin 1 is ground and Pin 4 is +12V DC. If you employ this method, once you cut off the Black Magic end and peel back the wire shielding to expose the two wires inside, the red wire is (+)12VDC and the Black wire is (-)Ground. Always test with a voltmeter to be sure though. I hope this helps!!!! Sincerely Respectfully Robert M Ditto Bolex Repair Tech Filmmaker

You have no worries in using the ESM motor on your H8 RX-4 DS8. The ESM motor works on the 1:1 driveshaft of the camera, so it is turning the shutter at the same speed whether it is 16mm or 8mm.

An H16 M can be converted to Reflex, however, the reflex donor body for the shutter needs to be either a RX-0 that still had the fixed shutter, or an EBM with the fixed shutter. My M-5 was converted to reflex using the 13x viewfinder, reflex assembly, bayonet mount, and shutter of a dead EBM, essentially making it an SBM with a fixed shutter of 170° instead of the variable shutter of a stock SBM.

Here in the States, Dom AMC shoots alot of their shows on Super16 ARRI 416's, "The Walking Dead", "Fear the Walking Dead" "Mad Men" all critically acclaimed shows, all shot on Super16. As far as streaming platforms go, it isn't so much that 16mm isn't allowed as an acquisition format, the output must be at least 4k to 6K depending on the service. A featurette I shot on 16 is available on Amazon, and Tubi, but the film scanning was done at 4K.

With regard to rental houses being dead, every professional 16mm shooter I know, and the list spans the globe, owns their own camera system, everything from Bolex to Arri 416's, I myself have my own fully rigged Bolex H16 M5/EBM hybrid, and Bolex H16 EBM for professional use. I learned a long time ago to purchase my own rig and save the rental cost.

@Aaron Martin @ OH, Jason's cables are bar none, some of the best work I have ever seen, or used. They are affordable, durable, and look factory made. Best investment I have ever made. Sincerely, Respectfully, Robert M. Ditto Filmmaker

Hello all, I am looking for (4) issues of Bolex Reporter Magazine to complete my collection and have the full run of the magazine, can anyone here help me? I am looking for these issues: Summer 1958 - My Copy has been 3-Hole Punched and I would like one in better condition. 1966-1967 Issue - I am missing this issue completely. 1972-1973 Issue - I am missing this issue completely. 1973-1974 Issue - I am missing this issue completely. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Hello and Good Day to Everyone! I came across this unusual Arriflex 16 S/ST/SB motor and I was wondering if any of you ARRI old school gurus might know more about it. It is branded "ARRIFLEX Corporation of America" and has these identifiers on the plate. 339-837 MARK III MODEL NO. 150F SERIAL NO. 532M I have tried to search the internet for information on it and I have come up with NIL. Is there anyone out there who can help me?

Listed in the description of the ebay auction. A power supply and Power Cord are not included with the auction. The Bolex EBM has a couple of power supply options that you will need to address if you purchase it. Examples: Original Bolex EBM power supply/battery charger has an inline push button to activate the camera motor and thus begin filming. a Bolex Power Grip for Bolex EBM, EL, and ESM External motors has a push button in the grip and houses an internal battery for power. After Market rigs that use the original Bolex Power Connection with a 12V source and an on/off switch. There is a link to a youtube video where I demonstrate the unit running with film at all speeds and you can see the power cord I use. Sincerely, Respectfully, Robert M. Ditto Creative Director and Director of Photography Infinity Focus Productions

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Hello Everyone. I just wanted to let everyone know that I am selling a Great little Bolex H16 EBM Camera Package on eBay. eBay item number: 222563920707 http://www.ebay.com/itm/BOLEX-H16-EBM-Electric-16mm-Movie-Camera-Kit-AMAZINGLY-GOOD-CAMERA-PACKAGE-/222563920707?hash=item33d1d7eb43:g:JscAAOSwHLNZVGvt There is a link to a Youtube video demonstrating its operation in the description for the eBay listing. I have many detailed photos of all the items in the Auction, drop me a message and I will gladly send them to you.

Hello Everyone. I just wanted to let everyone know that I am selling a Great little Bolex H16 EBM Camera Package on eBay. eBay item number: 222563920707 http://www.ebay.com/itm/BOLEX-H16-EBM-Electric-16mm-Movie-Camera-Kit-AMAZINGLY-GOOD-CAMERA-PACKAGE-/222563920707?hash=item33d1d7eb43:g:JscAAOSwHLNZVGvt There is a link to a Youtube video demonstrating its operation in the description for the eBay listing. I have many detailed photos of all the items in the Auction, drop me a message and I will gladly send them to you.

Hello Tom, Yes indeed, the two threaded holes you are looking for are under the leatherette. Peel it back and you will see two screws that must be broken loose and then removed to access the smooth plate to mount the original Bolex matte box. Keep the screws and use them to attach the matte box. Sincerely, Respectfully, Robert M. Ditto