Advantages of using a Super 8

There are many advantages of using Super 8 camera, some our listed below:

• Reflects light so gives a softer quality
• Cheaper than a bigger filming camera
• Lightweight
• Can be loaded in any conditions because of the cartridge

Here is an interesting blog from an American with facts all about the Super 8:

http://newenglandfilm.com/news/archives/98august/super8.htm

There is also advantages of shooting with this camera that might not only help you when film making but also applying to job to be a camera man etc.

For example, If you turn up to an interview requiring you to shoot a piece, most of the interviewees would bring larger, more expensive cameras..

like a Sony Z5..

or Canon XA25..

However, if you were to turn up with a super 8 or another 60's camera such as

The Toshiba IK1850..



Your employer would be more likely to think you are more of a creative person if you shoot on one of these cameras as they require you to be more imaginative!