Abstract: A photographic recording machine for sequentially exposing images onto a photosensitive web, including an optical system for forming an image designator mark on the photosensitive web in a predetermined position in relation to each image. The optical system includes a light source and a light transmitting pipe having an unfocused lens portion on the end thereof closest the web, and is pivotally mounted for movement adjacent to and removed from the web. Movement of the optical system is controlled by operating the access means of the recording machine when the web is inserted or removed from the machine.

Abstract: A microfilm camera using an instant image film, such as a vesicular film, is herein disclosed. Instant developing stations and an associated read-out optical system are positioned in the path followed by the film as it travels through the camera. After the film is developed, its image is projected through the optical system onto a display screen. This way the operator may see the images immediately after they are formed on the film and rephotograph any defective image immediately.