Summary of Contents for Pro8mm Rhonda CAM
- Page 1 The Rhonda CAM & Rhonda Deluxe User Guide The world’s most petite & personal point-and-shoot Super 8 Camera Pro8mm – 2805 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505 Phone: (818) 848-5522 – email: info@pro8mm.com...
- Page 2 Built in Canon 8.5- 25.5mm zoom lens F1.0 auto controlled aperture, making it the lowest light film camera on the market Additional Rhonda CAM Deluxe Features: Adapted from a Canon 514 XL 9fps filming speed and 18fps filming speed ...
- Page 4 User Guide: The Rhonda CAM Order of Operation: 1. Load the Batteries 2. Check the Battery Charge 3. Insert Film 4. Adjust the Eye Piece 5. Check your Filter Settings 6. Focus the Shot 7. Check Exposure Indicator 8. Shoot Something Fun Unfold the Grip Pull out the grip in the direction indicated by the arrow.
- Page 5 Loading the Batteries The batteries power the exposure meter, zooming system and film drive. Insert 2 new AA size batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure that the + and - ends of each battery are in the proper direction. *If the camera will not be used for a prolonged period, remove the batteries and store them in a dry place.
- Page 6 Setting the Distance The Rhonda CAM can focus as close at 4 feet, but focusing should be done by the eye. After determining the distance between the camera and the subject, turn the distance ring until the proper distance is aligned with the index in order to focus...
- Page 7 “10.” RHONDA CAM DELUXE EXPOSURE INDICATOR: The Rhonda Cam Deluxe has a visual F stop range indicator in the viewfinder. As long as you are operating between the scale (1.4 to 32), you should have good exposure. If the indictor exceeds the scale and goes into the red, you may get under or over exposed film.
- Page 8 Rhonda Deluxe, the camera will automatically adjust for the filter. With the Rhonda CAM, you must lift the red, 2-stop exposure adjustment switch when using an ND.6 filter. The ND.6 is only for the Rhonda CAM. The Deluxe can use any filter.
- Page 9 Checking the Film Transport The film transport indicator can be seen in the lower part of the viewfinder. The indicator moves up and down when the film is being properly transported through the camera. If the indicator does not move, remove the film cartridge and advance the film slightly with your finger;...
- Page 10 Turn the main switch to “1”. Each time the shutter release is pulled, only one single frame is exposed. In single frame shooting, the use of a tripod or cable release will assure a stable image. The Rhonda CAM can take approximately 3,600 still photos on a single roll of film!
- Page 11 Neoprene Carrying Case Store your Rhonda Cam in the Neoprene carrying case, to protect it when the camera is not in use. Your carrying case will also hold your camera gate brush, extra AA batteries, and a few rolls of film.
- Page 12 Super 8 Film, Processing and Scanning to Digital Film Stocks- Super 8 Film Kit The Super 8 Film Kit is made from the same 35mm motion picture film used to create theatrical features, music videos, commercials, TV shows and more. This type of film produces amazing results over a wide range of exposure and conditions.
- Page 13 Make sure the film is transporting through the camera. When you pull the trigger the camera may sound like it’s running, even when the film is not. The Rhonda CAM offers a film transport check that tells you the film is running and when it is finished. This is the most important indicator that film is running through the camera.
- Page 14 Store the camera in a cool, dry place. Do not leave the camera or film in extremely high temperatures; this can damage the camera and film. Service And Repairs This should only be performed by a trained technician who understands all the parts of the camera. For more information contact Pro8mm.
- Page 15 Pro8mm – 2805 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505 Phone: (818) 848-5522 – info@pro8mm.com...