Canon 814 xl-s internal filter.

[bakasutchi]

Hello, I have recently acquired a Canon 814 xl-s and am interested to know that when the internal filter is switched out is there still a clear plastic filter in place. I know that with the Beaulieu 4008 this is the case. The reason I am asking is that when exposing tungsten balanced film in daylight would it be advantageous to use a screw in 85b filter for better definition? Regards, Stuart.

[MIKI-814]

Hello, I have recently acquired a Canon 814 xl-s and am interested to know that when the internal filter is switched out is there still a clear plastic filter in place. I know that with the Beaulieu 4008 this is the case. The reason I am asking is that when exposing tungsten balanced film in daylight would it be advantageous to use a screw in 85b filter for better definition? Regards, Stuart.

No, I think this is not the case. Also, if it would be like that... what would be the point of using an external 85 filter? The clear filter that you mention would remain in place, no?

[bolextech]

Hello, I have recently acquired a Canon 814 xl-s and am interested to know that when the internal filter is switched out is there still a clear plastic filter in place. I know that with the Beaulieu 4008 this is the case. The reason I am asking is that when exposing tungsten balanced film in daylight would it be advantageous to use a screw in 85b filter for better definition? Regards, Stuart.

Hi Stuart,

Beaulieu cameras are quite unique in this respect; having a gelatine filter of some kind in place at all times. No other camera comes to mind that does this.

Cheers,
Jean-Louis

[71er]

No other camera comes to mind that does this.

The Zeiss Ikon Moviflex's also have this "clear filter".

[bolextech]

Good to know. I've never encounter a Moviflex before. Thanks.

Cheers,
Jean-Louis

[bakasutchi]

So does that mean with un-notched cartridges I should use a screw in filter for best picture quality? Stuart

[bolextech]

That depend on the condition of the internal gel filter.
If it is in good shape, you should see no difference between using the built-in 85 or using an external screw-on 85.

Cheers,
Jean-Louis

[MIKI-814]

So does that mean with un-notched cartridges I should use a screw in filter for best picture quality? Stuart

I bet the internal filter of your 814 XL-S is in perfect condition. Maybe not the case with cheaper-older models.