What can I do with an old 8mm projector?

What can I do with an old 8mm projector?

Magnifying glass and light: Use a magnifying glass and light source to look over individual frames from an 8mm film reel. Digital film scanner: Purchase a film scanner for digitizing your 8mm film at home.

What is the difference between 8mm and Super 8?

Standard 8, most commonly known as 8mm film has a frame size of 4.5mm x 3.3mm whereas Super 8 film has a frame size of 5.79mm x 4.01mm. Because of the different sized sprocket holes (also called perforations), the 8mm film could only be played on a 8mm projector and Super 8 could only be played on a Super 8 projector.

Are film projectors still made?

In most cases, movie theaters are no longer using the traditional film format for showing movies. Since the early 2000s, digital projectors have been the industry standard around the world. As movie projection technology advances, older methods such as film slowly become more and more obsolete.

How much does an old school projector cost?

You can purchase an old school project for $35 or less, while some models cost $130 or more. The price of an old school projector will depend on the age, model, and condition of the projector. For collectors, certain models or brands may be worth more due to their rarity or historical significance.

What kind of film can I use in an 8mm movie projector?

Most 8mm movie projectors, however, only take the 8mm or Super 8 types of film either with or without an adapter. Check any available product packaging or manual to find out more information about film types for your projector.

How big is a reel to reel film projector?

The reels are new and will have no warping like about 50% of the older, vintage reels still in existence. They also feature “film grabbing” so if your projector is 100% auto-load, the reels will load themselves. Each reel has a capacity of 400′ and comes with a case and an adaptor.

How many frames per second does a Super 8 film projector record?

The oxide stripe on a standard Super 8 filmstrip allows for magnetic sound recording. It produces motion pictures to the equivalent of approximately 18 to 24 frames per second (fps). Sound is recorded at about 18 fps.

What kind of film projector does wards 877 use?

Freshly refurbished, Wards 877 Regular / Super-8mm film / cine projector with variable speed control built-in. Perfectly smooth and very quiet running. Features Auto-Loading of film, is easy to use and that works well. Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8 reels.