Canon Auto Zoom 318M Super 8 Movie Cine Camera – Complete with Original Box & Case
Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible Canon Auto Zoom 318M 8mm movie camera in lovely, fully working condition. Released by Canon in 1972, this iconic model is famously lightweight, reliable, and highly sought-after by film students, indie filmmakers, and retro camera enthusiasts.
This specific unit is a complete time-capsule find, coming paired with its original retail box and the official black protective zip case.
Condition Report:
Mechanical & Electronic (Video Proof Included): Tested with batteries. Please see the attached listing video to watch and hear the internal film drive mechanism turning smoothly when triggered.
Optics: The premium Canon 10-30mm f/1.8 macro lens is clean and clear. The reflex viewfinder is crisp with clear indicators.
Cosmetics: The camera body is in fantastic shape with minimal signs of use. The only minor thing to note is that the rubber around the viewfinder is slightly mishapen from years of storage. The original box shows light vintage shelf wear but remains structurally solid with vibrant graphics. The protective case zipper works smoothly and shows light signs of age and wear as pictured.
Battery Compartment: Clean contacts with zero corrosion.
Technical Specifications
Lens: Canon C-8 Macro Zoom 10-30mm f/1.8 (11 elements in 9 groups)
Macro Mode: Focuses down to 22.5 cm for extreme close-ups
Exposure: Fully automatic Through-The-Lens (TTL) CdS light metering
Filming Speed: Vintage standard 18 frames per second + single-frame mode for animation
Power: Runs on 3x standard AA batteries (not included) — no rare mercury cells required!What’s Included:
Canon Auto Zoom 318M Super 8 Camera
Original Canon 318M Illustrated Retail Box
Original Black Soft Leather-Look Zip Case
This is a plug-and-play setup ready to record your next music video, cinematic holiday, or creative art project. Pop in 3 AA batteries, drop in a cartridge, and you are ready to shoot!Shipped promptly and packaged with care. Please review the photos for exact cosmetic details and what is included. Feel free to message me with any questions!