ECLAIR ACL
Compact, lightweight successor to the Eclair NPR, released early 1970s. Renowned for its extremely fast (5-second) snap-on magazine change, small size, and crystal-sync brushless motor — a favorite of documentary and verité-style shooters for its portability and quiet operation.
- Format: Std 16 (convertible to Super 16)
- Shutter: plane-type, 175° opening; half-speed oscillating mirror reflex
- Speed: crystal-controlled 8, 12, 24, 25, 50, 75 fps
- Lens mount: C-mount native; CA, Arri, Nikon via adapters
- Magazine: coaxial snap-on, 200 ft (60m) or 400 ft (120m)
- Weight: 4.3 kg (9.5 lb) body without lens; ~3.6 kg (8 lb) with loaded 200 ft mag
- Noise: better than 32 dB(A) at 1 m
- Battery: 12V, rechargeable in ~30–35 min
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