Bolex 16mm Camera - OVERVIEW

The Bolex is one of the most popular 16mm cameras out there especially for amateurs looking to learn about the format. I'm taking a full look at a Bolex camera and its different features and functions as well as the big differences between certain models!
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[@mattrankin5710]

This dude got me into a new hobby and renewed my interest in cinematography and directing, so much so I'm taking an entire course in cinematography at university, thanks so much!

[@AnalogResurgence]

Yooo! That’s so awesome!

[@sunilmishraifs]

Man,I love this channel and the 16mm format!! Keep it up

[@NasserAlhameli]

You made it so clear and simple! One of the best channels 🌹🌹🌹

[@Meiereika]

Really helpful overview. Saved me hours of online research! Thanks a lot!

[@herbmontes]

For those with deep pockets there is the Bolex EL which is an electric motorized camera with reflex and can do sync sound. Though you would need to put it in a blimp to shoot sync sound since the camera is noisy. And for those who want a more robust lens mount there is the Bolex SB models which stands for single lens bayonet mount replacing the turret. The mounts are big and can hold bigger lenses and even long zooms. The EL runs about $5K and up while the SB models go from $3K or more.

[@GeoffreyGonzales]

Herb Montes nice

[@freedom_aint_free]

Amazing video, very informative and useful, keep 'em coming !

[@TheVictor0911]

Hey buddy, its me again, lisening to everything you say, thanks so much for all your time you put in to this Chanel.vic

[@pushbikeman]

Another terrific explanation video, Great Presentation and information delivery, I enjoyed a lot!

[@bartwaggoner2000]

Fantastic information!

Thanks for these bolex16mm videos!!! Waiting to get my BolexH16 back to get converted to single perforation!!!! Keep the good work!!!!

[@MoeGunzzz]

great videos. thanks for making these.

[@louisborra6120]

thanks this helped me heaps!

[@dejong431]

Hi Noah, I like your channel, not only you show photo camera's but also film. Keep it going i'll stay on the lookout for new episodes. (how do you manage to find time for this?)

[@domgrimard2088]

Great overview. I will no longer use my bolex since a friend was generous enough to give me a crazy deal on a arriflex 16s. Including 5 lenses

[@davidmcfaul7595]

i am green with jealousy

[@blackbelt4488]

Me too

[@vmaproduction7048]

You are amazing, we used this video in our film production class! Hi fromEmerson :)

[@AnalogResurgence]

Woah awesome!!

[@pothw]

really informative vid!

[@zachyoungyuen]

Great vid thank you sir

[@MrVideovibes]

My compliments on a tutorial that is jammed-packed with everything you'd ever want to know about Bolex movie cameras. I've still got one I bought over 50 years ago. Sad part it is regular 8mm, which I always thought was way superior to Super 8 but is unavailable today. The camera itself is identical to the 16mm in its dimensions and features.

[@brilligfilms]

MrVideovibes Check out filmphotographyproject. They reintroduced regular 8 recently with several different stocks. I haven’t shot anything with it yet, but the footage I’ve seen looks great!

[@OmieBlue]

My man!!! you f-ing ROCK.

[@OmieBlue]

Is there any 16footage that you’ve shot?

[@AnalogResurgence]

I have some stuff from over the years with the Bolex that I plan to use in some future stuff as more examples, as well as hopefully shooting more 16 as money and time permits.

[@colbybarrios4014]

Thanks for making this video. I recently got a H16 and some 500T and I'm excited to try it out. I do have one question, what would the repurcussions be if I shot with a non Anti-Reflex lens? Say any other C-Mount. I've noticed people have ghosting issues with the Reflex when using the non-reflex lenses, but with the lack of prisms in the non-reflex I wondered if that would still be an issue? Anyway, thanks for making this and supporting film. Cheers!

[@oldradiosnphonographs]

Team non-reflex! We’re too poor for a reflex and we’re not in film school but we try our best with what little money we got!👍

[@pelebrowner7617]

Great video! Thank you so much! When you have time, where did you get the step up adaptor?

[@AshbySound]

Fantastic video, Noah. Subscribed and followed you on Instagram as well. Would you ever consider doing a video on where to start when picking lenses for the big 3 amateur 16mm cameras? (Bolex H16, Scoopic, Krasnogorsk-3.)

[@AnalogResurgence]

I plan to delve further into Bolex stuff in the future for sure! The Scoopic and Krasnogorsk I have much less hands on experience with, but hopefully at some point in the future I can tackle them in more detail!

[@blackbelt4488]

The Bolex I found to buy works great , has the round base, looks good but needs the top viewfinder and the turret rotation lever assembly. Are those parts available? I used the Bolex extensively back in film school (1974!) and want to recapture my glory days. Great video. Thanks

[@karamc7107]

I just came across your Chanel and I love it! I use a Bloex a lot for my art but it is rented through school. I recently came across one I bought. Any recommendations on where to get these cleaned and maintenanced?

[@gamopam]

It seems to be the camera used by Vittorio de Seta. He made some short movies in south Italia. Some are wonderful.

[@montague_____]

Gotta love that 16mm

[@candicelooo]

Love the channel! I wonder how do you attached Bolex H16 to a video tripod?

[@onthewattle]

All cameras, cine or still, have a thread on the bottom for tripods.

[@stefaniamuresu2466]

thanks so much! I have a reflex bolex, did have anyone problems with lights on film,?I Cannot discover where from lights burn the rights side of film, maybe from filter or other parts?

[@oldradiosnphonographs]

Ok I think I bought a REX 4 model advertised as a REX 5 model. because it has the 400ft mag attachment but the serial number is too low (according to Bolex Collector) to be a REX 5. What I think I have is what was originally a 1965 REX 4 but modded into a REX 5. Not that I’m complaining I just find it interesting.

[@cinezurdo]

I just got a non reflex Bolex H16. I had found a Reflex model with an Angenieux zoom lens just under $800. Sadly, I didnt buy it in time and settled for a non reflex :/. Although I’m looking forward to using it on my travels

[@ianburdzinski214]

Thanks for the video! I'm curious, after finishing a roll do I need to roll the film back into the daylight spool? Or is it ready to take out of the camera in the take up spool?

[@AnalogResurgence]

You can remove it on the take up spool! If sending it to a lab they typically receive it on the take up spool from people.

[@wyliehughs7050]

Do you have test footage from this camera anywhere? Looking for an affordable 16 mm movie camera for a short film and I want to make sure I have a decent enough image quality. thanks!

[@rikardhernqvist]

Hi Love your channel, what is the best camera to get sync speed?

[@Hydra_studios]

Hey there love the channel, You inspired me to pull the trigger and buy a bolex. Do elgeet D mount lenses work on the H16 bolex? I have a few kicking around so I bought a d-mount to cmount adapter and it doesn't seem to be able to focus when I look into the view finder. I figured the focal dimensions were similar or am I missing something?

[@AnalogResurgence]

I'm not 100% sure but it might be an issue with the rear focal length and just the distance between the back of the lens to the film. I'd also be wary about D mount lenses being able to cover the whole frame properly because they're meant for 8mm frames and not 16mm. I've never experimented with that sort of thing personally though!

[@tflstudios1519]

Do you have video on how to set exposure on Bolex h16 reflex? Thx

[@gerardocastillo1803]

Hey bro you know if the Bolex h16 Reflex 1956 are single or double perf?

[@dariogambi]

How can you post-produce 16 mm ? How do you join or cut several shots to create a longer movie.... are there some tools available ?

[@adrianreyna8814]

I have a quick question I found a Bolex 16 mm camera and everything works or seems to except for the film footage counter does not advance when the motor is running. Is this because there is no film in it? Thanks for any help!

[@lezipoa916]

is there a button that locks the crank that gives the winding on the bolex h16? I'm trying to wind it up but it's too stiff to the point where it won't spin at all.

[@letsdirect2769]

Are there any lenses that are in deep focus, or camera models where everything is already in focus?

[@thomas_dries]

Hey @analogresurgence I have the same bolex model as you, I've only just gotten it. It came with the side viewfinder r but it doesn't have a top viewfinder. Just an eye piece sticking out of the hole 😅 I've gone on ebay to search for one but I can't tell the difference between the side and top viewfinder by sight alone. What do I need to search for specifically to find a replacement top view finder?

[@AnalogResurgence]

I'm not sure I have any suggestions for finding one, but that piece is called the 'eye level viewfinder' and it's not as bulky in appearance as the side viewfinder! Checkout this page for a bit of reference. You can also check out this facebook group that might be able to help you out with finding one! www.bolexcollector.com/accessories/view50.html facebook.com/groups/8mmand16mmfilmmakersgroup/

[@neilely7395]

How loud is the camera when shooting? Just wondered about recording sound on location if it will pick up the camera?

[@arricammarques1955]

Noisy, use a barney to dampen the sound a bit.

[@gingrsnap1951]

Can the side viewfinder be used on any Bolex model?

[@erwinb3412]

Hello , good job on the video . Keep it up . Question : is it a good idea to buy 400ft rol and cut it onto 100ft rols in a dark room load bag (in the dark) , to cut back on purchase prices for film , when 1 rol 16mm b/w 400ft = 125$ and 1 rol 16mm b/w 100ft = 45$ ( x 4 for 400ft = 180$) ? What are the hacks for cutting back on purchase and processing costs ? Thank you .

[@AnalogResurgence]

Yes! That's a pretty common thing to do if you have the ability to put it onto smaller 100ft rolls in the dark. It can save a little money that way.

[@invasionheadwear]

just found one of these in my basement along with some film

[@andreakhaid]

coool!

[@rothellecooke7425]

Din't see a link to the step up filter ring....

[@danes3dfaberik403]

Can you create a video on how to meter 16mm film.

[@donfeller3888]

This was instructive to me. However I just inherited a pristine H-16 that should be in someone's hands. Any tips on how best to find buyers? Thanks

[@bulletholesprod]

Hey I’m interested in buying it from you

[@santiagoelias8035]

this is the camera used in Sinister 2 movie in the Zach's murder scene right??

[@sebastiencayer2853]

Hi, Does this Bolex h16 camera uses double perf 16mm film ?

[@riceboy890]

do you know if there are any C to Leica M adapters? it would be great to adapt some of my leica glass but i haven't been able to find any clear guidance online.

[@AnalogResurgence]

Potentially? I don't have experience myself, but maybe this will help you out? cinematography.com/index.php?/topic/53898-leica-m-to-c-mount-adaptor/

[@willarddevoe5893]

Can the rewind/double exposure be used as a means to add a soundtrack out of frame?

[@AnalogResurgence]

No the Bolex does not have sound capability and modern 16mm film isn’t intended to have a soundtrack recorded onto it in the camera

[@Cheezwizzz]

What would you expect to pay for a reflex and non-reflex Bolex?

[@prettyboiolav]

Wish I found this one earlier, haha

[@bryandawkins]

I am a big fan of Michell 16 mm camera, so Never Mind The Bolex

[@bluefilmsltd]

How am I supposed to deal with a non reflex viewfinder???? How can I even frame my shot properly!? Please help, I have a Revere 101 16mm camera. I need to be able to know what I am framing!?!?

[@gravitykillsapples]

whats the difference between the I or T modes?? 😕

[@user-zg7de7vz6j]

Has anyone tried using a lens for a double 8mm camera on a 16mm. It's c mounted but read on an ebay listing that it's not suitable for 16mm bolex. Wondering if anyone has tried?

[@michaelbledstein7515]

What year is this camera and does it have sound?

[@CrimsionVision]

Can you attach a magazine onto the bolex and be able to use the spring motor instead of using a bolex that can use an external battery?

[@AnalogResurgence]

The later Bolex models that have a magazine mount on them require both an external motor to power the camera and a secondary magazine motor that attaches to the main motor.

[@CrimsionVision]

Thanks. I’m hoping to someday get a bolex after I’m comfortable with using a super 8 camera. I’m even hoping to shoot my first film on a bolex. Which of course will require lots of planning and timing.

[@HankMeyer]

If it's advisable to not store your camera wound up, then is it possible to unwind the camera without advancing the film?

[@AnalogResurgence]

No you can't unwind the camera once it has been wound without advancing the film. My solution when I realize I've loaded film but maybe won't be shooting for weeks or even months is to advance the film until the wind is done, and then rewind the film using the Bolex's built in film counter as reference. As long as the lens cap is on then you won't be losing film! It's really only a big concern if you were to store it for months or years at a time with the spring motor wound up.

[@mikahina3909]

Can i get a C-mount to EF mount and use my canon 35mm 1.4L on it?

[@AnalogResurgence]

I believe you can! There are C mount to EF adapters available and I’ve seen people adapt many different lens mounts onto the Bolex before. Definitely worth trying out!

[@mikahina3909]

Analog Resurgence thank you, i think ill get a Bolex then!

[@-webfootoctopus7896]

John cina !

[@Seeattle]

Any advice for a decent 16mm that will allow for audio sync?

[@AnalogResurgence]

The Eclair NPL and ACL’s are great, the CP-16 is maybe one of the cheapest choices for sync on 16. Outfitting a Bolex with a crystal sync motor is possible but can be a little awkward to use.

[@arricammarques1955]

Check out L.I.F.T. Toronto

[@spincity850]

unless im missing something, wouldn't it make sense to have 2 of the same lens technically , for non reflex models, so you can see what your filming though the top viewfinder, then you know thats pretty much your framing?

[@AnalogResurgence]

That would work as well! It just means investing in identical lenses and having less space on the turret for different ones.

[@spincity850]

@@AnalogResurgence that’s what I thought yeah :)

[@chess.profit]

Does 16mm bolex shoot colour?

[@AnalogResurgence]

The Bolex itself only shoots the film type that you put into it. It is capable of shooting both black and white 16mm film and color 16mm film.

This is still better technology than an iPhone 12.

[@creativechallenge2278]

try and focus your camera on yourself. put a placeholder if you haven't got a monitor

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Thumbs up if you noticed the background music :)