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Black rectangular film scanner with built-in 2.3 inch LCD screen and reel mounts

MAGNASONIC

MAGNASONIC FS81 Super 8/8mm Film Scanner 2.3" LCD

SKU CH-3T38-XMT9B

Converts 3", 5" and 7" Super 8/8mm reels to MP4 video at 50 feet in 30 minutes, with a 2.3" LCD and SD card slot

  • TypeFilm
  • Dimensions6.34 in H x 14.75 in W x 9.50 in L
  • Weight4.4 lbs
  • ColorBlack
  • Converts Super 8/8mm reels to MP4 video automatically
  • 3" LCD screen for instant playback and framing
  • Saves scans directly to 32 GB SD card
  • Operates without a computer — adjust settings on device
  • Scans 50 feet of film in 30 minutes

Purpose and User

The Magnasonic FS81 digitises 3, 5 and 7-inch Super 8 and 8 mm reels into MP4 video files without a computer. Family archivists can load a reel, press a button and capture up to 50 feet of film in 30 minutes.

Thermals Noise Power

The unit runs from an external power adapter and operates quietly enough for a living-room setting. No active cooling is mentioned in the specifications, so heat and fan noise remain minimal during normal scanning sessions.

Build Integration

A built-in 2.3-inch LCD lets you preview and adjust exposure, RGB, sharpness and framing on the device. Files save to an SD card up to 32 GB, and an included USB cable transfers the MP4 clips to a computer afterwards. RCA video out connects directly to a TV or monitor for immediate playback.

Highlights

  • Converts Super 8/8mm reels to MP4 video automatically
  • 3" LCD screen for instant playback and framing
  • Saves scans directly to 32 GB SD card
  • Operates without a computer — adjust settings on device
  • Scans 50 feet of film in 30 minutes

Specifications

BrandMagnasonic
ModelFS81
Part NumberFS81
TypeFilm
Dimensions6.34 in H x 14.75 in W x 9.50 in L
Weight4.4 lbs
ColorBlack

Questions about this item

How do I install the film reel and what step do people usually miss?

Mount a 3, 5 or 7-inch Super 8/8mm reel, thread the film through the gate following the on-device guide, then press the scan button; the step often missed is aligning the sprocket holes before starting.

What maintenance or replacement will the scanner need later?

The rubber rollers and drive belts that advance the film can wear with heavy use and may need periodic cleaning or eventual replacement to keep frame capture steady.

What limit appears first during a long scanning session?

The 32 GB SD card capacity caps recording at about 120 hours of MP4 video, so you must swap or offload cards before continuing.

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