Canon 1014 XLS – Super 8mm Camera

The Canon 1014 XLS – Super 8mm Camera is a camera available to rent from Lightbulb Rentals. We supply film, video, and photography productions across New York City, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh with tested, production-ready gear.

The Canon 1014XL-S available at Lightbulb Rentals is a revered handheld camera known for its enduring strength. It marked a milestone in 8mm movie camera evolution by introducing the world's first use of a one-chip CPU, enabling electronic sequence control.

Its newly developed zoom lens offered both high performance and compactness, emphasizing a wider-angle orientation. A standout feature was the world's first superimposed viewfinder display, showing information only when necessary.

Advanced functions like automatic lap dissolve and interval shooting catered to the needs of serious amateurs. The use of Silicon Photo Cell (SPC) and a five-blade iris diaphragm ensured precise imaging with beautiful bokeh, enhancing out-of-focus highlights.

The camera's mechanical design featured an all-metal folding-type grip, solidifying its reputation as a top-tier 8mm movie camera cherished by enthusiasts.

Key specifications include a format of Super 8mm cartridge (sound + silent), a lens of Canon 6.5-65mm f/1.4 zoom (10x), a macro of yes (wide & tele macro). It also offers a filming speeds of 1, 9, 18, 24 fps + ~36 fps slow-mo, a exposure of TTL Servo AE + manual, AE lock, +/- comp, a viewfinder of SLR split-image rangefinder, diopter.

Rent the Canon 1014 XLS – Super 8mm Camera from Lightbulb Rentals with same-day pickup or regional delivery across New York and Pennsylvania. Every order is fully inspected and prepped before it ships, and our team can help you build a matching package, add expendables, or answer technical questions before your shoot.