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CINESPACE 70 by Todd-AO
The World's Most Advanced 70mm Production System |
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Written by: Todd-AO,
1987 |
Date:
14.03.2020 |
Handheld Camera
The System
CineSpace 70 is a complete 70mm camera system offering the convenience and ease
of operation found in most 35mm systems. State-of-the-art CineSpace 70 cameras
and lenses produce spectacular image quality unlike any ever seen in a
theatrical format - a fact we're proud to demonstrate. CineSpace 70 has it
all - handheld mobility, slow-motion, time-lapse, super wide-angle, telephoto,
special effects, aerial and underwater capabilities, video assist, and much
more! In addition to incredible 70mm screen quality, CineSpace 70 offers an
enormous bonus: 35mm release prints rivaling the quality of 70mm prints!
Cameras
Our new CineSpace 70 cameras are designed for optimum results in both studio and
location filming. The sound cameras are quiet, compact and lightweight compared
to the bulky 70mm equipment of the past. The highspeed cameras not only function
for time-lapse and slow-motion photography, but also serve as wild cameras. Our
handheld cameras, just over 30 pounds, are ideal for Steadicam shuts, use with
Hotheads, as well as first and second unit shooting. So with CineSpace 70 you
get speed, flexibility and unprecedented results for both 35mm and 70mm release.
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More in 70mm reading:
PDF: Cinespace 70 Brochure
PDF: Cinespace 70 price list, January 1993
CineSpace 70 / ClearVision 2000 by Todd-AO
Dr. Richard Vetter about
ClearVision 2000
Compact Distribution Print by Todd-AO
in70mm.com's Todd-AO Page |
High Speed Camera
Lenses
State-of-the-art design by the world's top three manufacturers of precision
optics is the basis for the superior performance of our CineSpace 70 lenses.
Modern antireflective coatings, exotic glass types and precision mounting and
collimating add up to resolution that extends the resolving power of the film
in the camera. Our wide range of focal lengths will excite the imaginations of
directors and cinematographers alike. From 24mm "Cinerama field" through
mid-range and portraiture to extreme telephoto, each and every setup can be
accommodated. We have zooms, fisheyes and perspective control optics to satisfy
special needs.
Accessories
CineSpace 70 is designed for use with the Arrifiex mattebox and follow-focus
systems. Video assist, orientable viewfinders, extension eyepieces, remote
controls, power supplies and special purpose motors are also available. A host
of tripods, camera heads and other support equipment is ready on request.
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Sound Camera
Some of the world's greatest motion pictures
were produced in 70mm:
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
SOUTH PACIFIC
BEN-HUR
LAWRENCE OF ARABIA
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
PATTON
And some of the great, new motion pictures will be produced in Cinespace 70 by
Todd-AO
CONTACT (1993)
CINESPACE 70 by Todd-AO
1849 Sawtelle Blvd., Suite 680
Los Angeles, CA 90025
213-479-5020
TELEFAX: 213-479-4007
FRIES ENGINEERING, INC.
12032 Vose Street
North Hollywood, CA 91605
818-765-3600
TELEFAX: 818-765-6977
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CineSpace 70 presentation August 10, 1987
From: AC, Vol. 68, No. 10, October 1987
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Handheld Camera on Steadicam
Todd-AO introduced its new CineSpace 70 series of cameras at a special meeting
of the American Society of Cinematographers on August 10, 1987. In the excellent
screening room at Glen Glenn Sound in Hollywood, an impressive demonstration of
the capabilities of the new cameras met with enthusiastic approval by a
gathering of top cinematographers and film industry technical experts.
The presentation consisted of two reels of
"Oklahoma!" which was filmed by
Todd-AO 33 years ago, followed by a group of test films made with the new
equipment under a variety of conditions and utilizing many new lenses.
Commentary was supplied by Dr. Richard Vetter, technical director of United
Artists Communication; Buzz Knudson, president of Todd-AO; Doug Fries, head of
Fries Engineering; Lee Parker, producer of the demo films; and Jack Cooperman, ASC program chairman.
It was clear from the statements of Knudson and Vetter that the systems were
developed in the conviction that the future of theatrical motion pictures lies
in wide film presentation.
"Everything has been vastly improved
- cameras, film stock, lenses - yet we were seeing better images on the
screen 30 years ago," Vetter noted. The "Oklahoma!" footage proved
his point eloquently. Produced in 70mm and photographed at 30 fps, the
musical evidenced visuals superior to any recent theatrical releases.
"The majority of present day moviegoers have never seen 70mm features
photographed on wide film." Vetter pointed out that less than half the
capabilities of present 35mm film reaches the screen, and that the
present 1.85 ratio crops off 40% of the [potential] image. "Blowups to 70mm from
35mm are brighter and bigger, but have no better definition."
After the "Oklahoma!" screening, Knudson said that Todd-AO is dedicated to
"bringing back that kind of quality." The assemblage of cinematographers
responded enthusiastically.
CineSpace 70 is available in a studio sound model and in a "wild" MOS model
which can be hand-held or used with Steadicam. The MOS camera is crystalled at
24, 30 and 60 fps and can be driven at higher speeds. It weighs just over 30
lbs, considerably less than the bulky 70mm equipment of the past. It can be used
for time-lapse, aerial work, underwater photography and slow-motion work. It
uses 350-ft. or 1000-ft. magazines.
The sound camera, with crystal speeds of 24 or 30 fps, is notably quiet, compact
and lightweight. Both models were adapted from the Mitchell AP cameras by Fries
Engineering Co. They feature reflex viewing, using butterfly-type mirrors. The
reflex viewing tubing is orientable. Both cameras are compatible with Arriflex
accessories such as matte boxes, follow focus systems, filters, etc. |
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Computer Designed Optics
The CineSpace 70 lenses were designed by three leading manufacturers of
precision optics. "Modern anti-reflection coatings, exotic glass types and
precision mounting and collimating add up to resolution that exceeds the
resolving power of the film in the camera." The range of lenses available
includes a:
24mm T4 120° field fisheye; 24mm T3.5 120°; 28mm T3.5 82°;
30mm T3.5 82° fisheye; 35mm T2.8 70°; 40mm T4 62°; 50mm T1.4 52°;
50mm T2.8 52°; 85mm 1.8 32°; 110mm T2 25°; 200mm T4 12°;
6X Zoom 65-390mm T5.6 42-7°; and a 3X Zoom 70-210mm T3.5 40-13°.
Telephoto lenses up to 1200mm are available on special request.
Extension eyepieces with power magnification are self-correcting up to 180° with
manual override. Also available are remote controls, power supplies, all-purpose
motors, camera heads, tripods and other support equipment. |
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70mm / CineSpace 70
450% Greater Image Area
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