Dmitri ☕️
Managing Editor
Shooting film, reviewing beautiful cameras, and building websites.
Sea to Sky With Olympus PEN FV & CineStill 400D
May 3, 2023
An old friend came to visit my hometown, and we took off on a short road trip. I review the photos that turned out.— Dmitri ☕️.
Voigtländer Bessa-L Film Camera Review
A Pro-Grade Rangefinder-Type 35mm Film Body for Under $200
May 1, 2023
Voigtländer Bessa-L is a relatively modern and lightweight rangefinder-style 35mm film cameras with a fast focal plane shutter for LTM|M39/M/C/S lens mounts.— Dmitri ☕️.
Film Photography News — April 2023 Recap
More New Film! (And Other Stuff)
April 25, 2023
New film from Polaroid, Film Photography Project, and Film Ferrania. Updates from Lomography. Fujifilm suspends domestic film supplies.— Dmitri ☕️.
Polaroid Reclaimed Blue 600 Film Guide
Review and Shooting Tips
April 24, 2023
Made from materials destined for a landfill, Reclaimed Blue is the most exciting film release to come out of Polaroid in my recent memory.— Dmitri ☕️, with images by Betty.
Polaroid Film Characteristic Curves
1st. Edition Printable PDF 📑
April 17, 2023
Learn how Polaroid emulsion responds to light. Estimate your film’s dynamic range for optimal light and exposure settings.— Dmitri ☕️.
Kosmo Foto Mono 100 Film Review
A Medium-Contrast Black and White Film in a Pretty Box
April 16, 2023
Kosmo Foto Mono 100 is a rebranded emulsion that rivals its OM’s reach and affordability. But the first thing everyone notices is always the box.— Dmitri ☕️.
Chinon Belami AF Point-and-Shoot Camera Review
April 13, 2023
Chinon Bellami AF is an early pocketable point-and-shoot camera by a Japanese company that’s currently owned and operated by Kodak.— Dmitri ☕️.
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 ☕️.
Polaroid B&W SX-70 Instant Film Review
Better Than Colour
April 8, 2023
Made for Polaroid SX-70 cameras. This review includes tips and experiments for better exposures.— Dmitri ☕️.
Industar-50 50mm 𝒇3.5 Lens Review
A Soviet M39 Pancake Lens for Miranda, Zenit, Pentax, and Praktica SLRs
April 8, 2023
Industar-50 50mm 𝒇3. 5 lens is a compact Soviet-made lens with great creative potential and characteristic flaws.— Dmitri ☕️.
