Canon 514XL Super 8 Camera Review

[@TonyWodarck]

Have you tried the Canon 514XL? What do you think of Super 8?

[@robertjones1886]

I've seen good reviews on that particular model so I'm looking into getting one. I need to figure out filters for when it's too bright. I pretty much wasted 75% of a cartridge because it was too bright out. I was shooting on the Canon 518.

[@robertjones1886]

Each cartridge is 50' and you can usually get 3 ¼-3½minutes at 18fps. The bar on the left side tells you how many feet of film you have shot so far, but if you open the cartridge door prior to shooting all of the film it will reset the counter. If you want to project super 8 film shoot color positive (Kodak Ektachrome) or B&W reversal. If you don't care about projecting then shoot color negative and pro8mm (or other companies) can scan it to digital. There isn't much benefit to shooting 24 fps, but you end up burning through film faster than shooting 18fps. I find super 8 cameras at antique stores or thrift shops for $10-$30 all the time.

[@TonyWodarck]

Aghhh great info. That totally makes sense. Thanks so much.

[@stephennoe9762]

alot of lunatics trying to sell them online for upwards of 300 bucks 😳

[@resist4resist]

@@stephennoe9762 Exactly. These parasites buy the cameras from thrift stores and then sell them online for $150 and that too broken in some way and untested. tested ones go for like over $350. SMH!

[@valentemartinez8935]

The Orange filter is to convert Tungsten Balanced film when your outside filming in Daylight. So the film doesn’t get ruined

[@86sineadw]

As a Nail technician, I'd like to point out that your daughter did a great job painting your nails! really tidy

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahahahahaha thanks. I’ll let her know.

[@JamesDBuzzard]

Yooo you are the sh*t for letting your daughter paint your nails and you filmed a video with them. Props man!! 👊🏽

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahaha thanks dude!

[@lindsayoung3]

Hey Tony, I just wanted to say I've been loving your channel! I just bought my first film cam... canon ae-1 off facebook marketplace and from the coolest woman! What I loved about buying it from her was how much she loved this camera and how stoked she was to sell it to someone who was excited to get the same passion out of it as she did. She even had a few lenses, a flash, filters and tripods! Anyways, all that to say that I am really drawn to the way you speak about and teach about photography. Love all your videos and blog! Thanks for sharing such awesome info!

[@TonyWodarck]

Thanks so much for the support. Love hearing about you finding a canon ae-1. Such a great camera! Enjoy!!

[@EposVox]

I just got the 514XL-S in, great video!

[@TonyWodarck]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel]

yay tony is back. Even with pimped nails. 😀 really cool shots. so nostalgic. like that simple brand.

[@TonyWodarck]

HAHAHA I'm back! Thanks so much. I just finished editing a BTS youtube video of our latest campaign shoot for Simple too. I'll release it in a few days.

[@filmanddelight]

Hi Tony, what’s the difference between the 514xl and 310xl…is one better than the other? Looking to purchase one and have no idea what the differences are. Thanks!

[@TonyWodarck]

Nothing major in my opinion, but check this article shootitwithfilm.com/what-you-need-to-know-before-buying-a-super-8-camera/#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20the%20letters%20and,a%20fast%20f%2F1.4%20lens.

[@redjohn20001]

On the Sun Shine setting the filter is switched in place. It should be used in the bulb setting for daylight films like Kodak Ektachrome 100D. The camera was designed around an artificial light film, filter in for daylight use and filter out for artificial light use.

[@homerhorowitz7649]

This is what I’m here to figure out. There’s a lot of confusion going around and for good reason. One would think (as he and I have) that the daylight symbol could be for daylight film ..but now I’m hearing the opposite; that the daylight symbol means it’s using an orange filter for shooting daylight with T film. I’ve also heard that it would matter when shooting D film because the camera will automatically override that switch. I just shot my first roll like he suggested so I guess I’ll find out 😬

[@billm189]

what did you find out? @@homerhorowitz7649

[@freeler_4275]

@@homerhorowitz7649discovered anything new?

[@seanmacdougall952]

In terms of the film cartridge, clearly that's Kodak but what is the film to buy? Thanks!

[@TonyWodarck]

Yeah Kodak 250D vision 3. I get mine at pro8mm.com cause it includes processing and scanning.

[@renaissancebleu]

This video is worth all my time

[@TonyWodarck]

Thanks for watching!

[@maxime7088]

Quick question I have the opportunity to purchase a Canon Auto Zoom 318M in perfect working condition or should I pass on it and try my luck finding the one in the video instead? Basically just want to know which is better or does it not matter.

[@TonyWodarck]

I’ve never tried the 318m sorry. I’m sure there are slight differences.

[@mmuzzwell3654]

Can anyone tell me what the polarity is on the 9 volt socket. The manual doesn't state it. Is it normal (center +) or like early Sony (center - )? Thanks.

[@ScottGoldbergMusic]

I've shot my North Fork documentary with the camera and really love the image coming from it. I've used the wide angle lens mainly to keep all in focus but the image definitely looks sharper without the wide angle lens adapter.

[@lisap1317]

I dont what I enjoyed more- the film camera or your nails?! Thank you for this video enjoyed every minute if it!😎

[@wildfernweddings4187]

Doesn't the 514XL automatically adjust the aperture? That means it should've done fine outside right?

[@TonyWodarck]

It does but it can only do so much. I had 250 film on. Could’ve had 100 iso or 50 in.

[@corrinehilton6672]

Hey, Tony! I am thinking about buying this camera for a friend of mine, but am having trouble finding one. Do they only retail used?

[@TonyWodarck]

Yeah they haven’t made this in a long time. You could check eBay, KEH, or Pro8mm in LA refurbishes them but they’re a bit pricy!

[@zenniesha]

I want one been looking for it for ages!

[@luiseseiler4070]

Sorry i don’t get this with the sun and the lamp? When i use what? When im outside i use the sun?

[@TonyWodarck]

Yep sun is daylight outside. Lamp is inside.

[@gabrielcobo6647]

Hey Tony, loved the video thanks for all the useful tips, I have one question though, if I wanted to film with 500T at daylight outside, should it be on Sunshine or on fluorescent? Cause with my 50D I've always filmed on daylight outside with fluorescent, but not sure if I'm doing things correctly.

[@TonyWodarck]

That’s a great question. I’m not sure of the answer sorry. I’d DM Pro8mm and see if they can tell you. They’ll know for sure.

[@CarlosGrahn]

What happens when the reel is over? It keeps rolling and exposing the film that you habe already reccorded?

[@TonyWodarck]

Supposedly the sound changes a bit and you’ll notice. I have not. On the side of the camera is a meter that goes to like 50 or something it stands for the feet of the roll. Once that reaches the end you can pop the camera open and look. If the film has a little cutout then It’s finished. Google what it looks like so you know but there is an indicator. If you happen to not be done just load it back up and keep shooting. You’ll only have exposed like a second of film.

[@LifeOfMikey1]

wait. keep it in your fridge?

[@TonyWodarck]

Yes. Film should stay in your fridge. It helps preserve the chemicals longer.

[@LifeOfMikey1]

@@TonyWodarck 😲 didn't know that

[@alexbaez5506]

Do you have a link on where I can purchase this camera?

[@TonyWodarck]

Check Etsy or eBay. If you want to pay more but get a refurbished one, check pro8mm.com

[@Soul-cialSurgeon3.0]

Great I learned a lot from this new info , also went ahead a subbed

[@TonyWodarck]

Thanks so much!

[@yagikidd2300]

I want to buy one so bad 😩 love your nails btw 😌👏🏽

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahaha thanks! You should definitely try one. Super fun.

[@emilybenz9630]

hi tony, awesome video! what kind of cartridge should i buy if im shooting a concert? any other tips for using this camera in that sort of setting?

[@TonyWodarck]

It’s gonna be hard to shoot in low light. I’d buy the highest ISO you can find and maybe push the film a stop, maybe Kodak 500t. Black and white would be easiest to deal with different types of lighting but color would look cool too.

[@jayatfreelance]

THANK YOU!!!

[@Teheatkids]

These are actually very rare cameras. They can go from up to $500-$700 in working condition these days.

[@TonyWodarck]

Crazy. For the build quality they definitely don’t feel worth that much but inflation and demand has skyrocketed all film costs.

[@deseneanimatedublateinroma389]

@@TonyWodarck Are you shure that its a Super 8? Because i know that they have to have an 'S' after 514 Xl

[@Ni5ei]

​@@deseneanimatedublateinroma389No that's the version with sound.

[@ChadDavis556]

For sunset scene what film should i get 50d or 100?

[@TonyWodarck]

You want a higher iso if you’re shooting in lower light. So like a 250 or 500.

[@SamanthaLee-cz2ov]

love your videos!!

[@TonyWodarck]

Thanks so much!

[@KevinCFernandez]

My zoom function doesn’t work either. maybe we are missing something, hoping they aren’t broken!

[@JustinInBlack]

yeah mine doesn't work as well. I don't think it missing something cuz mine is in collectable condtion ( it seems never been used). Full box and cases...

[@TrevorHeathPhotography]

Hi Tony - love the nails 🤣 - just kidding! I was thinking for brighter scenes perhaps a DIY ND filter taped to the front of the lens might have helped.

[@TonyWodarck]

Yep an ND filter definitely would help

[@JustinInBlack]

I have one and the zoom function doesn't work as well. lmk if you find the solution!! thank for the video

[@JustinInBlack]

guysss I just realized problem here: THE POWERZOOM ONLY WORKS WHEN WE'RE FILMING ( PULL THE TRIGGER) !!!!

[@TonyWodarck]

Yep!!! I found that out after the video too hahah

[@JustinInBlack]

@@TonyWodarck I'm glad I didn't open and try to fix it :((((

[@vivabarcalonaFC]

Great video! Did you expose? Did you use a light meter ?

[@TonyWodarck]

The camera has a built in light meter. You just choose the aperture.

[@riley806]

Here in burbank the store spectra for 50D was only 53$ for film and processing!

[@riley806]

i unfortunately paid 580$ for my camera here in LA

[@TonyWodarck]

Yikes that’s a lot for that camera hahha.

[@gui4j]

Loved it all, great footage , loved it all. More film channels should do this , yup it rapes your wallet but its worth every sec of it..l it’s such a cool vibe …

[@inkaststudio]

Thanks for making this video! Btw, those colored nails are a girl dad passage lol

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahahaha totally

[@benjhaisch]

I almost don’t want to watch this so I can avoid the 8mm fomo.

[@TonyWodarck]

IT'S A DRUG. JOIN US. HAHAHA

[@bryancaporicci901]

Dooooo iiiiiittttt 🥳🥳🥳

[@LuisGodinez]

My 2021 resolution was to not buy more cameras. But I didn't say a thing about not buying film 8mm cameras. LOL.

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahahaha do it!!

[@origtex]

MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION, HOW TO HOOK UP TO TV OR WHATEVER TO PLAY BACK

[@TonyWodarck]

You need to get the film developed first. If you had an old school projector you could project it. I send mine off to Pro8mm and they develop and scan the film for me then send me back a .mov video file that I can play anywhere.

[@origtex]

@@TonyWodarck very cool. I listed one on eBay today. I really wanted to test it but I guess I can't. Thanks for your comment

[@Saleto]

The moment i know it's $80 per roll, that's turn down for me :'(

[@TonyWodarck]

Yeah it’s not cheap but if you’re doing it for commercial work it’s worthwhile in my opinion. The shop in Burbank, pro8mm, does 30% off sales every few months. I just load up then.

[@celsoprincipal351]

Why you painting nails ?

[@TonyWodarck]

I mention it in the video, I let my daughter paint my nails for her dance event.

[@Schneeeulenwetter]

80 $ is actually cheap bc i paid 50$ for the film alone

[@TonyWodarck]

Yeah when they do sales it’s super good! Fourth of July and Black Friday are when they have done sales in the past.

[@tietata9245]

I watched the full video but sorry, I cant take you seriously with that nails

[@TonyWodarck]

Hahaha me either. They were cleaned later that day.

[@tietata9245]

😁 cool video btw, thank you!

[@fictionwear]

Thank you!!!