The Digital Super 8 Camera

Created exclusively by and for Gray Mustache Studios to capture the nostalgia of film with the security of digital.

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Super 8 is Back

The look of film can never be replaced, but we can get close. The cost of film continues to rise, and places to get film developed are dwindling, so I sought a custom solution. I didn’t want to simply apply a filter; I wanted to start at the hardware level. The Digital Super 8 camera captures RGB8888 at the Super 8 standard 18 frames per second. Something that cannot be easily replicated on today’s modern cameras. The lens is a true Super 8 zoom lens. This brings its vintage look and odd zooming character straight into the camera. This isn’t a gimmick; this is a system to capture the charm of film, without drawbacks.

The Specs

A black virtual reality headset with an attached camera or sensor and a small screen display in the center on a black background.

  • Custom 3D printed case

  • Custom Python code UI with focus peaking

  • Schneider Kreuznach Variogon 8-48mm f/1.8 with a built-in viewfinder

  • Raspberry Pi HQ 12.3 mp Sony IMX477 Sensor recording RGB8888 at 18 or 24 fps at 5600k

  • Raspberry Pi 5 4 GB with cooling fan and 256GB SSD

  • Waveshare 4.3-inch QLED Touchscreen Display

  • NEEWER Mini V Mount Battery

  • Step Down Converter with a custom D-Tap connection delivering power directly to the GPIO

  • USB Mic mounted outside the body

  • Shutter Button connected to the GPIO

  • CATTONGUE Grip around the camera

Capturing your Memories

A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom exchanging vows, surrounded by guests, a dog, and a wooden cross with an angel figure.

The Digital Super 8 Camera can be added to any wedding package with our Super 8 Highlight film. This gives you the same length highlight as normal, but shot entirely on the Digital Super 8 camera. Our Bespoke Film comes standard with the Super 8 Highlight. It is shot separately from your normal film, so you don’t miss any moments.