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New Lens For 6 & H Companion 8 Camera
A new 0.5 inch F2.8 lens for the B&H 8 mm. Companion Camera has been de¬ signed for the amateur cine-photographer who doesn’t care to be bothered with a light meter and F stops.
In addition to the standard F stops another scale has been added. The sta¬ tionary ring is calibrated into two divi¬ sions, “Winter” and “Summer.” The movable ring is divided by three lines marked, “Bright,” “Hazy,” “Dull.” An example of its operation is as follows: If the line marked “Dull” is placed op¬ posite line marked “Winter,” the lens diaphragm will be wide open at F2.8. Conversely, if the line marked “Bright” is placed opposite the indentation for
National Carbon Establishes Technical Specialist Group
Expansion of the technical service facilities of National Carbon Co. is ef¬ fected by establishment of a Technical Specialists group for consultation on more effective and efficient use of light¬ ing carbons for studio arcs and theatre projectors.
E. R. Geib will direct overall activities from the company’s Cleveland office; with Charles W. Handley concentrating solely on west coast studio lighting prob¬ lems and practices. His previous other duties for the company have been dele¬ gated elsewhere to allow full time and effort in the studio field. P. D. Ries will headquarter in the east to handle both
“Summer” the lens diaphragm will be at its smallest opening.
This new lens has been developed to dispel the mystery surrounding F stops that exists in numerous amateur minds. Many people who formerly considered home movie-making an intricate art will be impressed with the simple manner of determining correct diaphragm openings. A glance at the sky, a twist of the wrist, the diaphragm is accurately adj usted !
Another innovation is the faster speed of the new lens. Prior to the war, an F3.5 lens was standard equipment on the Filmo Companion Camera. The new speed, F2.8, represents a great improve¬ ment.
studio and theatre lighting contacts, while William C. Kunzman continues as general representative in the national field.
Moviola Expansion Plans
Mark Serrurier, after a number of years on the staff of California Institute of Technology during which time he was in charge of structural design for the 200-inch telescope to be installed at Mount Palomar and for the cooperative wind tunnel, has formed Moviola Manu¬ facturing Co. Latter firm will be closely associated with the Moviola Company which is headed by his father, Iwan Ser¬ rurier.
Bell && Howell Companion 8 with its calibrations which provide error-proof focusing — even for be¬ ginners. F-stop markings are also given for those who prefer the latter.
Trego Starts Sports Series in 16 mm.
Charles Trego is producing “Surf Board Rhythm,” first of series of sports shorts in 16 mm. at Telefilm Studios. Reel depicts intricacies of surf board riding as demonstrated by experts.
Olesen Co. Handles Commer¬ cial Sales on RCA 16 mm.
Sound Projectors
Otto K. Olesen Co. of Hollywood has been appointed dealer for commercial sales of RCA’s lines of 16 mm. sound projectors. Sales and service depart¬ ments are being organized by Olesen Co. for the RCA equipment.
^ National Carbon Company's Technical Specialists ^
E. R. GEIB C. W. HANDLEY P. D. RIES W. C. KUNZMANN
Cleveland Hollywood East National
18 January, 1946 • American Cinematographer