Minolta XL-Sound 64
The Minolta XL-Sound series are capable, well-built motion picture cameras designed to shoot Super 8mm film. It offers a significantly wider zoom range than the 42 or 64 models and is the only camera in the XL-Sound lineup to natively shoot at 24fps, making it a strong choice for filmmakers seeking a more cinematic motion cadence. Despite the name, it shoots silent Super 8 film only, as sound cartridges are no longer produced.
Film Type: Super 8mm
FPS: Native 24 FPS
Lens: f/1.4, 7–56mm
Shutter Speed: Auto, approx. 1/29.5–1/39.3
Aperture: Auto, Manual
Focus: Manual
Battery: 6 AA
Description
The Minolta XL-Sound series are capable, well-built motion picture cameras designed to shoot Super 8mm film. It offers a significantly wider zoom range than the 42 or 64 models and is the only camera in the XL-Sound lineup to natively shoot at 24fps, making it a strong choice for filmmakers seeking a more cinematic motion cadence. Despite the name, it shoots silent Super 8 film only, as sound cartridges are no longer produced.
Film Type: Super 8mm
FPS: Native 24 FPS
Lens: f/1.4, 7–56mm
Shutter Speed: Auto, approx. 1/29.5–1/39.3
Aperture: Auto, Manual
Focus: Manual
Battery: 6 AA
