BOLEX H16 REX-4 S16 JK CAM 13x VF
- 1) BOLEX REX-4 #310XXX
- 1) BOLEX SUPER 16 "JK Camera"
- 1) BOLEX Perfectone Bienne Crystal Speed Motor
- 1) BOLEX C-Mount
- 1) BOLEX Take-up Spool
- 1) BOLEX Mag Cam Cap
- 1) BOLEX REX-4 Door
- 2) BOLEX REX Filter Frame
- 1) BOLEX REX Pistol Grip
- 1) BOLEX WC Mini Rod Support
- 1) BOLEX WC Mini Rod BP
- 1) BOLEX 12v 4p XLR 5p Tuchel
- 1) BOLEX Run Cbl 4-pin Tuchel
- 1) BOLEX 100' FT Daylight Spool
- 1) BOLEX REX-4 Master Case 1510
Kern Vario Switar POE 16-100 RX S16, Kern Vario Switar RX Preset Macro Prime Lenses, available in separate listing
The Bolex H16 Rex-4, especially with a "JK Cam Super 16" conversion, is known for being a durable, high-quality, Swiss-made 16mm film camera, famous for its reliable spring-wound motor, precise reflex viewing, and classic look, with the JK conversion adding a modern Super 16 capability (larger image area for better quality) for a sought-after vintage aesthetic, making it a favorite for indie filmmakers seeking analog charm
Key Features & Why It's Famous:
- Bolex Legacy: Paillard-Bolex cameras are legendary for their robust mechanical build, precision, and Swiss craftsmanship.
- Spring-Drive Motor: A classic wind-up motor provides consistent speed without batteries, offering a timeless, hands-on filming experience.
- Reflex Viewing: The Rex models feature a prism system to see exactly what the lens sees, preventing parallax issues.
- Triple Lens Turret: Easily swap between C-mount lenses for creative flexibility.
- Variable Speeds: Shoots at various frame rates (12-64 fps), enabling slow-motion and time-lapse.
- JK Cam Conversion: This modification by Jaakko Kurhi transforms standard 16mm film to the Super 16 format, capturing more image area (over the soundtrack area) for significantly improved quality, closer to 35mm, without sacrificing the classic Bolex fee
"JK Cam Super 16 conversion" on a Bolex camera refers to a modification done by a company called "JK Cam" (referring to Jaakko Kurhi) that converts a standard 16mm Bolex camera, usually a Bolex H16 model, to shoot Super 16mm film, allowing for a larger image area and improved picture quality compared to regular 16mm film; this conversion is particularly popular among filmmakers seeking a vintage aesthetic with modern capabilities. Jaakko's work is well respected and considered to be the best conversion even compared to Bolex Switzerland.
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