Beaulieu (company)

Beaulieu established a reputation for producing high quality movie cameras for the advanced amateur in 8mm, 9.5mm and 16mm.

In 1979 a new camera designed was introduced the 6008 series which added the ability to use the new 200' Super 8 sound cartridge.

The camera was available in both Pro and S version one having crystal sync option in both 24 & 25 FPS and the second have single system audio.

These cameras had removable C-mount lenses, and a reflex type viewfinder (both features uncommon in this smaller format).

Beaulieu cameras with this design allowed for shorter shutter speeds to be used (1/60 sec), thus providing sharper footage.

As consumers moved from film to video, Beaulieu made some attempts to do the same, but none of these efforts were particularly successful.

Beaulieu continues its operations from its current facility at 20, Rue Émile Zola 41200 Romorantin-Lanthenay, France.