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Porter Electronics Blog How to Determine if Your Film is 8mm or Super 8mm

To determine whether you have 8mm or Super 8mm film, check the following features:1. Film Hole (Sprocket) Size & Position8mm Film: Larger, evenly spaced sprocket holes along the edge.Super 8mm Film: Smaller sprocket holes, closer to the edge of the film.2. Frame Size8mm Film: Smaller image area (wider sprocket holes take up more space).Super 8mm Film: Larger image area (smaller sprocket holes allow for a bigger picture).3. Reel Differences8mm Reels: Have a larger center hole (~8mm).Super 8mm Reels: Smaller center hole (~4mm).4. Film Edge MarkingsSome Super 8mm film has "Super 8" or "Kodak" printed on the edge.Buying the Right ProjectorIf you have 8mm film, buy a Regular 8mm projector.If you have Super 8mm film, buy a Super 8mm projector.Some Dual 8 projectors can play both formats.

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