8 mm.:
1. Film usage: A narrow gauge film introduced for home use in 1933 by Kodak. The term "standard 8 mm." covers this basic film and distinguishes it from the later improved "super 8 mm." (introduced by Kodak in 1965) and "single 8 mm." (the Japanese equivalent of super 8 mm. introduced by Fuji).
2. Video usage: A videocassette format using 8 mm. metal particle tape. It is housed in a mini-cassette and designed for small-size camcorders.
See also Hi-8 mm.