Bell & Howell Filmo 75 Pocket Movie Camera
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Bell & Howell Filmo 75 "Pocket" Movie CameraEntry/Object ID
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The Bell & Howell Filmo 75 is widely considered one of the most beautiful movie cameras ever produced. Designed as a "ladies' camera" or a more portable alternative to the boxy Filmo 70, it was marketed for its slim, "pocketable" profile (though it still weighs a substantial 3.5 lbs). The defining feature of the Filmo 75 is its ornate, embossed metal body, which was available in several colors including "Walnut Brown," "Silver Birch," and "Ebony Black." This specific unit features the elegant silver/grey finish with intricate floral and scrollwork engravings. It is a spring-driven camera; the large metal "flip-out" key on the side is used to wind the internal clockwork mechanism, allowing for a steady 16 frames-per-second capture.Category
Camera, 16mm Video