Re: [Frameworks] Bell & Howell Film 70 series

2019-02-18 Thread Dominic Angerame
In WWII these were also called Combat Cameras. A tank could run over it, leaving the camera man dead yet the film and camera would survive. There is a great shot of the Allies first landing on Normandy showing battle action. It is evident that everyone on the ship was killed yet this amazing

Re: [Frameworks] Bell & Howell Film 70 series

2019-02-18 Thread Scott Dorsey
This is the camera they handed out to Marines in Vietnam. Marines could not damage it. This is pretty amazing. They are cheap and plentiful on the used market because they all lasted. That said: 1. There is no single frame 2. There is no reflex viewing 3. It takes standard C-mount lenses which

Re: [Frameworks] Bell & Howell Film 70 series

2019-02-18 Thread Brian Wilson
Hi Nicole,  I have a B 70 that I've used to shoot several films over the years.  It's a very durable camera, but very basic in its functions.  No single frame, etc. I think you may really enjoy it for shooting, but it probably won't meet your needs here. Best,Brian On Monday, February 18,

Re: [Frameworks] Bell & Howell Film 70 series

2019-02-18 Thread Dominic Angerame
That was my first 16mm camera. It is a work horse, however I do not believe you can do a single Frame. I had a film 70da. It most likely is not good for animation, it has a slow speed but not a single frame to my knowledge. Dominic > On Feb 18, 2019, at 3:16 PM, Nicole Baker wrote: > > Hey

[Frameworks] Bell & Howell Film 70 series

2019-02-18 Thread Nicole Baker
Hey frameworkers, I'm looking to upgrade from my Revere 15mm camera. The filmo 70d* has caught my eye... is anyone familiar? I'm especially interested if it has single frame capability so I can use it for animation. Thanks! ___ FrameWorks mailing list