Projector speed

[superadio]

I am shooting more 8mm now. My camera has 16 fps, but my projector, Bolex 18-3TC operates at 12 or 18 fps. Can is use some device to adjust that speed? Its a good projector, as dual 8, and was hoping not have to buy more equipment.

[Angus]

I take it you are shooting standard (regular) 8mm film?

Most dual gague projectors offer 18fps as their main speed. This is the speed super 8 amateur films tend to be shot at. Standard 8mm cameras usually run at 16fps.

If you wish to project at 16fps you need either a dual gague projector with continuously variable speed (by means of a dial rather than a switch) or a dedicated standard 8mm projector - which will likely be older than your dual.

But don't worry. You will notice very little difference showing 16fps material at 18fps.

[David M. Leugers]

Usually the difference between 16 and 18 fps speed on screen in not objectionable, but if your camera speed is actually slower say 15 fps and
your projector runs a little fast, you might not like it. Easy and best
fix to me would be to buy a Bolex M-8 projector which has variable speed
and is one of the best all-time R-8mm projectors. Your films will look
fantastic. There are many other great R-8mm only projectors with variable
speed and they are one of the big reasons I still shoot R-8mm film. Good
luck and have fun!