Guides and Tutorials
43 Film Photography Lessons and Theory Explainers
How to Load Film
How to Zone Focus
How to Develop C-41 at Home
What is an Aperture
How to Replace Light Seals
Useful Websites
Instant Film Dimensions
Polaroid, Instax, One Instant
September 18, 2023
A list of all modern instant film dimensions in millimetres and inches with sources and explanations.— Dmitri ☕️.
A Beginner’s Guide to Shooting Manual Film Cameras
Learn How to Use Mechanical SLRs, TLRs, and Rangefinders
August 23, 2023
Take advantage of the great wealth of affordable, working, creatively liberating film cameras by mastering exposure and manual focus.— Dmitri ☕️, with images by daren.zomerman.
How to Test Your C-41 Film Chemicals
Avoid Disasters and Maintain Quality Results With a Simple Snip Test
July 16, 2023
Contaminated C-41 chemistry will yield you a blank roll. A simple snip test can easily prevent this.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Shoot Macro Photos on an SX-70
The Foolproof Method Found After Shooting Over $2,000 in Polaroid Film
June 26, 2023
SX-70 lens has better magnification than nearly any lens other than dedicated macros. All you have to do to make it a full, 1:1 macro is add on a simple close-up lens filter made especially for this camera.— Daren Zomerman.
How to Replace Light Seals on a Film Camera
Fix Light Leaks and Increase the Value of Your Old Rangefinder/SLR/TLR
April 12, 2023
Learn how to fix light leaks and what they are. Easily service your film camera at home.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Store & Organize Film & Film Scans
March 4, 2023
A tried and tested way to index and organize your negatives and film scans. Quick, easy, and effective.— Dmitri ☕️.
Shoot Polaroid 600 Film in SX-70 With Backlit Scenes
No Modifications, ND Filters, or Flash Needed
March 2, 2023
Make your SX-70 use the incompatible Polaroid 600 film without any modifications, accessories, or even touching the exposure dial.— Dmitri ☕️.
Developing Colour Film as an Absolute Beginner
With CineStill Film Cs41 Powder Developing Kit
February 7, 2023
Developing colour negative film has a lot of steps, but it’s surprisingly easy to get good results, especially when you got the right tools.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Scan and Edit Film Without Changing Its Look
January 27, 2023
A few proven ways to preserve your film’s colours and contrast during the scanning process.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Use a Light Meter With a Film Camera
January 24, 2023
A guide to using — and choosing between five light meter types (inc. free apps and built-in meters).— Dmitri ☕️.
Future-Proof Your Film Scans With Digital Negatives
A Film Archiving Technique
January 15, 2023
Preserve your scans, create better images, and backup your physical negatives using this simple technique.— Dmitri ☕️.
Developing Kodak T-Max P3200 in Caffenol
With Baking Soda, Vitamin C Tablets, and a Salt Mixture as a Fixer
January 2, 2023
This recipe will develop and fix the high-ISO monochrome film at box speed, using only grocery store items. Some lab tools are required.— Dmitri ☕️.
What’s the Best Film for Snow Photography?
December 21, 2022
Some films will work wonderfully in this weather, while others will struggle. These are my top recommendations for best results in four types of light and weather.— Dmitri ☕️.
#BelieveInFilm — a Film Photography Community
“Available Wherever Fine Hashtags Are Used”
November 30, 2022
A guide to the genuinely open online community for film photographers.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Make a Polaroid SX-70 Gingerbread House
Recipe, Printable Template, and Detailed Instructions
November 28, 2022
I love my Polaroid SX-70 camera. It’s instantly recognizable and it can make some really good photos, too. But wouldn’t it be better if it was edible?— Dmitri ☕️.
Film Photography Website Shortlist
My 8 Favorite Blogs, a (Web) App, and a Wiki
November 8, 2022
A list of film photography websites I regularly seek out. I recommend you visit them at least once.— Dmitri ☕️.
Voigtländer Vitessa Camera Repair and Maintenance
A Short Guide for Light Home Repairs
August 15, 2022
How to adjust the rangefinder, fix film transport, and other maintenance tips for this notoriously challenging mechanical camera.— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Recycle Used Polaroid Film Cartridges
August 8, 2022
Polaroid film is made of hundreds of components. As a whole, it does not belong in a blue bin. But thankfully, used Polaroid film packs are easy to take apart and recycle (depending on your local facilities).— Dmitri ☕️.
How to Make Perfect Exposures on Film
June 22, 2022
A guide to perfecting exposures. It covers advice for both manual and point-and-shoot film cameras.— Dmitri ☕️.
What Is Exposure and How to Measure It
Learn About Stops of Light, EVs, and How to Apply Them to Your Photography
May 24, 2022
This short article will help you understand two key concepts in photography: stops and EVs. You will also learn how to apply them.— Dmitri ☕️.
