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663 Reviews, Guides, and Essays

Harman Phoenix 200 vs. Ilford Ilfocolor 400
Comparing Two New “Ilford” Colour Films
December 18, 2023
Did you know that there are TWO “Ilford” brands, and both of them have recently begun selling colour film? This article explains everything and compares the emulsions in depth.
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My Top Five Favourite Film Cameras of 2023
December 8, 2023
In today’s short post, I’ll introduce you to my top five favourite film cameras from the nineteen I tried this year.
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My First Roll With Yashica Mat 124G

December 5, 2023
Yashica Mat 124G is a simple and straightforward camera. There’s nothing unnecessary in its design — every button or dial has a purpose.
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Film Photography News — November 2023 Recap
Sugar-Lens Gingerbread Instax Square (Edible Film Camera), WTF?!, and More!
November 29, 2023
I built an instant film camera out of gingerbread and candy — sugar lens and all! What The Film?! JollyLook, Kodak Super 8, and Ilford Spoilers.
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“WTF?!,” a Game for Film Photographers Is Now Live!
Can You Beat My Score?
November 29, 2023
What The Film?! is a new (free) web game built for film photographers by film photographers.
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Kodak Gold vs. ColorPlus
Side-by-Side Comparison
November 23, 2023
Our extensive tests revealed no significant difference between the two emulsions. But there’s a slight nuance you may like to know about.
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How to Choose Black-and-White Film for Photography
Looks Can Be Deceiving
November 17, 2023
10 principles for selecting black-and-white film. Some of which may contribute to your final results in unexpected ways.
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Windows to the Soul
Of New Orleans
November 14, 2023
A study of the many New Orleans’ beautiful neighborhoods through their windows in 7 frames, shot on film.
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Mamiya RZ67 Professional II Camera Review
Handheld With Mamiya Sekor RZ 110mm 𝒇2.8 Portrait Lens
November 13, 2023
Mamiya RZ67 Professional II is a medium format SLR that shoots large 6x7 frames on 120 film with some of the best lenses in class.
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Minolta P’s (Riva Panorama) Camera Review
An Easy, Affordable, Panoramic Point-and-Shoot Film Camera
November 7, 2023
A panoramic point-and-shoot film camera with motorized film transport, autofocus, autoexposure, flash, and a 24mm 𝒇4.5 coated lens.
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What the Film?!
Web App 📱
November 2, 2023
How well can you tell black-and-white films apart? Play the web GAME FOR FILM PHOTOGRAPHERS.
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Film Photography News — October 2023 Recap
Spooky Scandal, Film Discounts, 3 New Cameras, and a New Lens
October 31, 2023
Polaroid Now I-Type Camera winner, CineStill trademarking fiasco, discounts on 120 film and a new lens from Lomography, big Fujifilm money flowing into Instax, two new compact “reusable” cameras, a new Leica Sofort, a new giant list of public darkrooms, and photography as a mental health treatment in the UK.
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Nour Triplet 2.0 64mm Bokeh Control Art Lens Review
A New Bokeh-Licious Lens From Lomography
October 28, 2023
A lens design based on an 1894 triplet patent, encapsulated in hefty brass. Tested on Sony a7III and freelensed with Olympus PEN FV on film.
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How Motion Picture Film Is Duplicated and Distributed
A Pure Analogue Movie-Making Process vs. Digital Intermediate Workflows
October 24, 2023
The traditional film finishing and distribution process, how it compares to modern hybrid workflows, and what that means for film lovers & photographers.
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How Much Does It Cost to Shoot Film in 2023-2024?
Budgets for Beginners, Casual, and Avid Photographers
October 17, 2023
How to save or splurge on film: real advice (no sugar-coating) on using your money smartly. Every penny accounted for.
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CineStill 800T Film Review
Kodak Movie Picture Film for Still Photographers
October 15, 2023
A high-speed, ultra-fine-grained tungsten-balanced colour film. This in-depth review includes loads of samples, detailed specifications (including pushing and pulling), advanced shooting tips, and the disambiguation of the recent controversy.
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Kodak Ektachrome 200 (Daylight) Expired Film Review
Results With E-6 and X-Pro Devleopment
October 14, 2023
If you’re looking for an excellent expired slide film in ISO 200 that also looks good cross-processed, this is the one to get.
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Lomochrome Color ’92 Film Review
Inc. Exclusive Interview With Lomography + Home Development/Scanning Tips
October 13, 2023
An in-depth review of the new colour-negative film from Lomography, including exposure, scene selection, and post-processing tips.
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How to Measure the Dynamic Range of Film
You Can (Sort-Of) Do It at Home
October 10, 2023
Learn how film’s dynamic range is measured by the manufacturer and how you can even estimate the dynamic range at home with simple tools like a sheet of paper and a light source.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Push & Pull Film Development
October 5, 2023
In this short guide, you’ll learn about box speed and ISO, what it means to push or pull film, and how to do it at home.
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Harman Phoenix 200 vs. Ilford Ilfocolor 400

Comparing Two New “Ilford” Colour Films

December 18, 2023

My Top Five Favourite Film Cameras of 2023

December 8, 2023

My First Roll With Yashica Mat 124G

December 5, 2023

Film Photography News — November 2023 Recap

Sugar-Lens Gingerbread Instax Square (Edible Film Camera), WTF?!, and More!

November 29, 2023

“WTF?!,” a Game for Film Photographers Is Now Live!

Can You Beat My Score?

November 29, 2023

Kodak Gold vs. ColorPlus

Side-by-Side Comparison

November 23, 2023

How to Choose Black-and-White Film for Photography

Looks Can Be Deceiving

November 17, 2023

Windows to the Soul

Of New Orleans

November 14, 2023

Mamiya RZ67 Professional II Camera Review

Handheld With Mamiya Sekor RZ 110mm 𝒇2.8 Portrait Lens

November 13, 2023

Minolta P’s (Riva Panorama) Camera Review

An Easy, Affordable, Panoramic Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

November 7, 2023

What the Film?!

Web App 📱

November 2, 2023

Film Photography News — October 2023 Recap

Spooky Scandal, Film Discounts, 3 New Cameras, and a New Lens

October 31, 2023

Nour Triplet 2.0 64mm Bokeh Control Art Lens Review

A New Bokeh-Licious Lens From Lomography

October 28, 2023

How Motion Picture Film Is Duplicated and Distributed

A Pure Analogue Movie-Making Process vs. Digital Intermediate Workflows

October 24, 2023

How Much Does It Cost to Shoot Film in 2023-2024?

Budgets for Beginners, Casual, and Avid Photographers

October 17, 2023

CineStill 800T Film Review

Kodak Movie Picture Film for Still Photographers

October 15, 2023

Kodak Ektachrome 200 (Daylight) Expired Film Review

Results With E-6 and X-Pro Devleopment

October 14, 2023

Lomochrome Color ’92 Film Review

Inc. Exclusive Interview With Lomography + Home Development/Scanning Tips

October 13, 2023

How to Measure the Dynamic Range of Film

You Can (Sort-Of) Do It at Home

October 10, 2023

A Beginner’s Guide to Push & Pull Film Development

October 5, 2023