Movie cameras Movie cameras The Dykstraflex is a motion picture camera system named after its developer John Dykstra. Dykstra developed the camera specifically for complex special effects shots in Star Wars. Using old VistaVision cameras and cheap microprocessors, Dykstra developed a completely computer controlled system that allowed for 7 axis of motion roll, pan, tilt, swing, boom, traverse, track, lens focus, motor drive, shutter control, and their duplication in multiple takes. ...more on Wikipedia about "Dykstraflex"
The Eyemo (sometimes written as Eymo) is a 35mm motion picture camera which was manufactured by the Bell and Howell corporation. It is no longer made, but many used models are in circulation. ...more on Wikipedia about "Eyemo"
The Konvas is a portable 35mm motion picture camera that was manufactured in USSR, and for a short period at the same Moscow factory after the collapse of the Soviet Union. It is no longer made, although many working models are still circulating. The name "Konvas" comes from the first three letters of the first and last name of the camera's designer, Constantine Vasiliev. ...more on Wikipedia about "Konvas"
The multiplane camera is a special motion picture camera used in the traditional animation process that moves a number of pieces of artwork past the camera at various speeds and at various distances from one another. This creates a three-dimensional effect, although not actually stereoscopic. ...more on Wikipedia about "Multiplane camera"
Panavision is a motion picture equipment company specializing in camera, lens, and grip equipment, along with related accessories. After starting out as a small partnership that created anamorphic attachments for projection lenses, Panavision has slowly but steadily expanded its operations and product lines while maintaining a high level of design and quality. It has thus become a prestigious brand name in the eyes of film crews. Unlike most of its competition, including rival Arri, Panavision operates exclusively as a rental house and owns its entire inventory. Its comprehensive offerings of in-house and externally produced camera models means Panavision is also one of Arri's top customers. The company is currently based in Woodland Hills, California, United States. ...more on Wikipedia about "Panavision"
Prestwich Camera was a cine camera eventually fitted with external magazines capable of holding up 400 feet of film. ...more on Wikipedia about "Prestwich Camera"
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