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Posted by Amit Podjarny (Member # 1999) on April 11, 2010, 06:32 PM:
Hello,
Can a 8MM/Super8 projector project 16MM films?
Thank You.
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on April 11, 2010, 07:09 PM:
Generally: No.
There were one or two models designed for multiple gauges (16mm,9.5mm,and 8mm), but they are now very old and rare.
Usually the more distinct functions any machine is designed to accomplish, the worse it becomes at all of them (-Possible exception: Swiss Army Knife!)
Posted by Amit Podjarny (Member # 1999) on April 12, 2010, 06:18 AM:
Most 16MM films are colourless whilst 8MM films are colourfull, am i correct?
Posted by Thomas Dafnides (Member # 1851) on April 12, 2010, 06:29 AM:
Both 16mm and 8mm can show color and color-less film (black and white). !6mm is just a larger frame size than 8mm and can be projected to larger, brighter screen image.
Posted by Amit Podjarny (Member # 1999) on April 12, 2010, 06:34 AM:
I am more interested in older films like the Cabinet of Mr Caligari and the likes. Should i go for 8MM or 16MM projector?
P.S what about sound? Does it exist in most 16MMs?
Thanks.
Posted by Thomas Dafnides (Member # 1851) on April 12, 2010, 09:56 PM:
For home projection, I prefer 8mm ( I own both) because the projectors are much quieter since they are much smaller. 8mm film copies are usually 1/3 the cost of 16mm as well. I would check your sources for 16mm and 8mm and compare the cost.
Posted by Brad Kimball (Member # 5) on April 12, 2010, 10:59 PM:
I agree with Thomas. I have 16mm and I like the bigger picture which tends to be sharper, but the expense can kill your bank account. I mostly buy just short subjects in 16 and features I stick with 8mm unless I get a feature in 16 for a great price.
Posted by Amit Podjarny (Member # 1999) on April 13, 2010, 06:17 AM:
Ok, Thanks.
What about the sound? Does it exist in 16MMs?
Any better place than e-bay for buying the projector?
Posted by Brad Kimball (Member # 5) on April 13, 2010, 10:40 PM:
The majority of what you'll find in 16mm is sound. No issue there.
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