| Lens | 8.5-34mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Macro | Yes, 40, 20, 8, 4 and 2in. (100, 50, 20, 10 and 5cm) |
| Built-in filter | 85B Can be manually disabled |
| Filter size | 55mm |
| Viewfinder | Single-lens reflex |
| Dioptre correction | ±5 |
| Shutter angle | 220° |
| Running speed(s) | 9, 18 and 36fps + single frame |
| Film Speeds (ASA) | 25 & 160 Daylight 40 & 160 Tungsten |
| Format(s) | Super 8 |
| Sound recording | No |
| Weight | 1.32kg (2.9lbs) |
| Remote control socket | Yes via 2.5mm socket |
| Power source | 4 x AA batteries |
| Tripod socket | Unknown |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 8.25 x 6.25 x 3.13in. |
| Original Price | £225 |
| Year of production | 197? |
| Made in | Japan |
| Additional Information | Auto focus |
One of the first if not the first super 8 auto focus cameras ever made. Sankyo are known for making good quality projectors and cameras so this camera should be no different.
Film Making magazine did a test on the Sankyo ES 44 XL VAF which is available here.
UPDATE: There is an error in the Film Making test which says the camera will read 100 ASA daylight film automatically. This camera will not read 100 ASA automatically but it should be possible to expose it manually.
