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This article is from the rec.arts.movies.tech FAQ, by Scott E. Norwood snorwood@nyx.nyx.net with numerous contributions by others.

3.1 Which film gauges are currently in common usage for release prints intended for projection?

Currently:

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8mm (primarily amateur/low budget)
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16mm (primarily nontheatrical)
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35mm (theatrical)
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70mm (theatrical/special-venue)

 

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