WILCAM

showscan

cp-65

1-72

5/65

fps range
film format

2500 ft

sync-sound

magazine capacity
at 24 fps

The Wilcam CP 65 was a collaboration between Douglas Trumbull, Geoff Williamson and Ed DeGulio. Together they created a modern camera for Trumbull’s groundbreaking 70mm Showscan® process. Legendary cinematographer Jack Cardiff, BSC, described it as “an extraordinary camera”.

These cameras are self-blimped for 24 fps, making them suitable for shooting dialogue without a blimp. Magazines can be mounted on the top or rear, similar to the Arricam.

Equipped with either 1000′ or 2500′ mags. The 2,500′ magazines allow for 22 minutes of continuous shooting—longer than any other 5-perf 65mm camera in the world.

These camera feature brand new digital electronics and 2K video assist.

Three cameras, 17 x 1000′ magazines and 8 x 2500′ mags are available.

key features:

  • 5-perf 65mm format
  • Quiet at 24 fps
  • 1-72 fps in forward or reverse
  • Digital electronics from 2026
  • 2K Digital video assist
  • Rehoused Showscan lenses
  • Weight: 69lbs

Jack Cardiff about using the cameras:

“I have been using the camera for months. And you would think that with film moving through it at 60 frames per second there would occasionally be some scratches, but I can’t remember having a single problem.”

2500′ magazines

Modern Electronics

Showscan® Lenses

The Showscan lens sets are based on legendary Mamiya medium-format glass, renowned for their depth, warmth, and organic rendering. They deliver a rich, cinematic image with smooth tonal transitions and natural low contrast, and a distinctive medium format character.

10 fully rehoused focal lengths are available ranging from a 24mm to a 600mm, with a fast 80mm Mamiya T2.