The Midas Cine Camera-Projector
- Made:
- 1930s in London
- maker:
- Midas Camera Projector Ltd
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The Midas Cine Camera - Projector in two parts. One contains mechanism for talking and for projecting pictures whilst the other part is a container for batteries supplying electric currentfor the motor when taking, and for the lamp when projecting. For normal use, 41.5 volt U2 type batteries are fitted. A Cranking handle is employed for projection. The lens for taking as well as projection is a fixed focus Taylor, Taylor, Hobson Anastigmat F.2.5 20mm f.l. The whole unit is made of metal with a black crackle finish. Midas Camera-Projector Ltd, c. 1932. With carrying case and informational booklet.
The Midas camera/projctor was shown at the British Industries Fair in February and March 1934 and originally cost seven guineas. When used as a camera it took 30 feet (9.1m) of 9.5mm film in circular magazines. A small electric motor, could be attached, otherwise it was hand cranked. The processed films could be projected by the same mechanism but turned by hand, and a built-in electric lamp provided the light when the machine was connected to a battery.
Details
- Category:
- Cinematography
- Collection:
- Arthur Frank Collection
- Object Number:
- 1979-559/2513
- Materials:
- glass and metal (unknown)
- Measurements:
-
overall (case): 153 mm x 172 mm x 90 mm,
overall (camera): 160 mm x 82 mm x 124 mm,
- type:
- cine camera projector
- credit:
- The Arthur Frank Collection