Anamorphic Widescreen Cinemascope LENS for Super 8

[Arnau Pell]

Hello, everyone! I've been trying to find out for a long time what kind of lenses for projections in anamorphic scope movies can be compatible for super8 projectors. My idea would be to have a list of compatible brands and models in case one day a second-hand one appears and to be able to acquire one. what makes and models do you use? any to avoid for example? Greetings and thanks for your knowledge!

[Brian Fretwell]

I use a Kowa 8Z (I believe the 16Z is almost if neot exactly the same) and a Isco Iscomorphot 16mm, which also is very similar in lens diameters.

Avoid any that aren't 2x compression as with some Widescreen centre ones which are 1.5:1 and the very small Hypogonar which is 1.75:1..

[Osi Osgood]

I have been using an old German 35mm Mollier for years with no problem. It doesn't screw in, but it's pretty easy to construct a stand for it, so it's fine!

[Arnau Pell]

Thanks for the answers! So to use super 8, are the 16mm and 35mm valid?

[Brian Fretwell]

Yes, but as Osi said some/most 35mm lenses are so big you need to build a stand to hold them in front of the projector.

[Chip Gelmini]

Brian is correct. Build the proper stand and a 35mm will be best.

[Lee McCaffrey]

Also if going with an anamorphic designed for 35mm check it can be focused down to your required throw distance, some cannot go that low

[Mark Norton]

I've found the Kowa 8Z to be the brightest.
Fine with 16 mm & 25 mm short throw lens.

[Osi Osgood]

Your right Leo. I can throw, in focus, from five feet to infinity, so to speak. However, I would much rather have one one of those small super 8 designed Kowa's as well, as, duct taping that enormous 35mm scope lense to the front of a super 8 camera was a real pain in the arse! It could've done, and the results were great, but still a pain.

[Winbert Hutahaean]

Hello, everyone! I've been trying to find out for a long time what kind of lenses for projections in anamorphic scope movies can be compatible for super8 projectors. My idea would be to have a list of compatible brands and models in case one day a second-hand one appears and to be able to acquire one. what makes and models do you use? any to avoid for example? Greetings and thanks for your knowledge!

I have an NOS (brand new still in original box) of Elmoscope I. It is suitable for 8mm and 16mm. I have sold tens of this lens to members of this forum. If you are interested, you can send me a PM.

cheers,
winbert

[Lee Mannering]

My take on your choices.
If you are thinking of filming Super 8. In the 80's I used a Kowa 8Z and later projected my films with it. Best choice.

If you are looking for a more sensible priced Scope lens the Walton boxed kit is a very good choice. We use one in the Eumig HID lit projector which I modified using a ELF 16mm scope bracket and that can swing the lens out of the way. At the time this very good lens came with a free standing bracket. A very popular lens back then which works well.

If you want a professional Scope lens I use the Ultra Star High Definition lens from my 35mm projector. I measured the light transmission from it along with other lenses I had including the 8Z and this is defo the best. A investment that will last a lifetime. Bracket wise I use a Canon O ring on a free standing unit which is a joy to use.

Whichever one you use enjoy the show!

[Ken Finch]

Sorry for the late response. Have had computer problems and have now got an iPad . Another steep learning curve for an oldie! I use a Sankyoscope mounted on a stand. It is a focussing model about 50mm diameter and can be used for all gauges. Currently mainly on my Baur Super 8 projector. Ken Finch.