BOLEX H-16 Rex 5 Introduction Manual Download

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The Bolex H-16 Rex 5 is a 16mm reflex camera.

The optical system permits through the lens

viewing at all times. It is an extremely versatile,

portable, dependable, well-built camera. The self-

threading allows easy loading of daylight spools.

This cameraʼs features include single frame, ex-

tended exposure, slow motion, a 135° angle vari-

able shutter, and backwind. Media Loan has H-16

Bolex cameras, zoom lenses, many prime lenses,

and a double system sync package with 400 foot

magazines as well as other accessories.

INTRODUCTION

Summary of Contents for H-16 Rex 5

Page 1: ...well built camera The self threading allows easy loading of daylight spools This camera s features include single frame ex tended exposure slow motion a 135 angle vari able shutter and backwind Media...

Page 2: ...viewfinding system The letters rx designates these lenses after the name on the barrel When using these lenses with the H16 camera the effective exposure is back to 1 65 of a second Bolex H16 Other C...

Page 3: ...hter lenses the turret lock on the camera should be sufficient This lock is located above the lens in the taking position and should be tighten before the lenses are in place Keep the wide angle lense...

Page 4: ...lm in the camera set film speed at 8fps Film Speeds The camera has seven film speeds from 12 to 64 frames per second fps To select the desired speed turn the control knob until the corresponding figur...

Page 5: ...les you to reduce exposure time without altering the camera running speed or f stop In bright light the variable shutter can be used to reduce exposure therefore eliminating the need for a neutral den...

Page 6: ...era speed faces the red dot 4 Wind the camera Check that the pressure plate pin is locked so that the pressure plate cannot open The film will jam at this point if the plate is not closed Remove the e...

Page 7: ...indle Sprocket Guides Audible Signal Select Spool Ejector Pressure Plate Release Pin Pressure Plate Filter Holder Loop Former Lock Release Loop Formers Film Knife Retaining Arm Sprocket Guide Lock Rel...

Page 8: ...ubleshooting Problem and Probable Cause Film is black Variable lens shutter was closed Lens cap left on Exposure incorrect Film underexposed images reversed with color film general orange tint Film in...

Page 9: ...d take up or feed reel Filter carrier not in slot during exposure Out of focus or breathing pictures Pressure plate incorrectly locked Exposure Meter Shoe Filter Holder Carrying Handle Optical Viewfin...