The Bolex H16 movie camera system site
 
The Bolex H16 camera is incredibly versatile and may be used in a wide variety of roles - from a low cost entry point to 16mm filming by film students right through to a professional tool used in the production of animation, documentary and drama for commercial markets.
My name is Andrew Alden - I've used these cameras for many years and have always enthused film-makers about their superb quality and value for money. I sell H16 reflex cameras, lenses and accessories, and produce a series of books related to Bolex and the H16 camera. All items are fully checked and warranted. I operate by mail order only from the United Kingdom. If you have any questions or you would like to order a book or item from my lists of items for sale then please e-mail me.
Please note the latest reductions in price on camera bodies, outfits, t-shirts and some accessories.
Check out my camera outfits, bodies, lenses and accessories for sale and remember that apart from some large or heavy items and destinations outside the United Kingdom and Europe shipping is included in the price.
I buy all types of Bolex H16 Reflex cameras, lenses and accessories - including complete outfits and larger quantities of items from colleges, universities and other institutions.

Everything you ever wanted to know.....but were afraid
to ask about the Bolex H16 camera!
The H16 has been around since 1935 with models still being produced today in Switzerland by Bolex International SA, although these cameras, lenses and accessories are expensive.
Most H16 cameras, lenses and accessories that you are likely to come across will be second-hand. Most will still be able to produce decent images (mechanical breakdown and unskilled operation aside) but it’s a good idea to have cameras that have been left unused for years serviced or at least checked over.
Prices, in the UK, for an H16 camera and some sort of lens may be from less than £100 (for an old non-reflex) to many thousands of pounds (for a current specification camera which may also be Super 16). The difference in price will be justified by factors such as the age and condition of the camera, the type of lens or lenses fitted or features such as the lens mount and the possibility of using magazines, motors, crystal control etc.
You should get what you think you are paying for. However, you may be offered a camera (by a dealer or other seller) that is either overpriced or unsuitable for your needs. It is important for anyone wanting to buy an H16 to find out as much information as possible on the subject first - this is one of the reasons for creating this site. Before you actually start buying anything check out the other pages of this site for information.
You can, of course, always e-mail me with a general question about Bolex H16 cameras, lenses and accessories.