Bell and Howell 2709 35 mm Camera
Type of device
Camera
Function
Filming
Technology: major categories
Photochemical cinema
Type of use
Professional
Manufacturer
Bell and Howell Co.
Country of origin
Model
2709 Standard Cinematograph Model B
Serial number
382
Date created
1912/1958
Materials
Metal
Metal: aluminum
Glass
Dimensions
P 12,25 kg; H 38 cm; L 38 cm; l 17,8 cm
Tape format or film gage
35 mm
Film magazine
1000 ft
Motor
Hand-cranked
Intermittent movement
Claw
Single frame exposure
Yes
Shutter
Disc: two-blade
Shutter opening
170°
Variable shutter
Yes
Viewfinder
Non-reflex: direct optical
Counter
Feet
Turret
Four lenses
Interchangeable lenses
Yes
Sound recording
No
Portable
No
Description
This camera, intended for a professional use, belonged to James Sibley Watson, one of the pioneers of American avant-garde cinema.
Holding institution
Accession number
1981.0790.0001
Identifier
ark:/17444/714796
Record last modification date
2020-03-10
2022-06-10
2022-10-18
