Analog Film Photography Blog Articles

Kodak Proimage 100 Color C41 35mm Film: a Retro Renaissance
  The digital age has certainly revolutionized the way we capture and share memories, with the convenience of smartphones and DSLRs offering instant gratification. Yet, for many, the charm of analog photography remains undeniable. Among the vast array of films available, the Kodak ProImage 100 stands out as an enduring favorite for both professionals and enthusiasts. Let's dive into what makes this 35mm film so special. A Brief History of Kodak ProImage 100 Kodak, a brand synonymous with photography, introduced the ProImage 100 as a professional-grade color negative film. Designed... Read more...
9 Tips on Getting the Most out of your Holga Camera
  Bring up the Holga in a photography discussion, and you may be met with skepticism. Why? Holga is known as a toy camera with simple controls. It offers two aperture settings - clear and sunny, or overcast and foggy.The shutter speed is set at 1/100th of a second. It has a B or bulb mode. Despite being primarily plastic, it's remarkably well-crafted. The camera's finish is top-notch, manufactured in China, and distributed by Freestyle Photo and Imaging, a respected film photography provider based in Los Angeles. Two 35mm models... Read more...
Kodak Aerocolor 2460 Aka Elektra 100 | Santa Color 100 | Luminare 100 | Washi x 100
Looking for Santa Color 100 film? Or Luminare 100? Or Washi X 100? Or Silberra 160? They are all the same film. They are just branded differently. Silberra was based in Russia and sadly, has gone out of business with the Ukraine war. They are good creative folks paying the price. Each of the above-mentioned companies has its unique packaging. At the heart of it, the film is the KODAK AEROCOLOR IV Negative Film 2460 which is a High-Performance Color Negative Aerial Film for Diverse Applications. It is a film of exceptional... Read more...
Ilford Delta Pro 400 Iso Black and White Film
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Ilford Kentmere Pan 400 Black and White Film
Introducing the Kentmere 400 ISO Black and White Film - A Versatile and High-Quality Choice for All Photography Enthusiasts Experience the exceptional performance of the Kentmere 400 ISO black and white camera film, perfect for all aspects of general-purpose photography. Its fast speed and capability to produce high-quality images make it the ideal choice for action shots and available light situations. The Kentmere Pan 400 is a medium-speed black and white film featuring a classic grain, remarkable sharpness, and pleasing contrast. Its ISO 400 rating and excellent push characteristics make... Read more...
Jch Streepan 400 Black and White Film
Introducing the Japan Camera Hunter JCH StreetPan 400 Film - A Monochrome Masterpiece for Photography Enthusiasts Discover the versatility and superior quality of the JCH StreetPan 400 film, a panchromatic black and white film designed for those who adore monochrome photography. With its fine grain and high-speed capabilities, this film is perfect for capturing stunning images in various lighting conditions. Key Features: Panchromatic Black and White Film: Capture the essence of your subject with the traditional charm of monochrome photography. 400 ISO: High-speed film adaptable to a wide range of... Read more...
Rollei Superpan 200 Black and White Film
Looking for a versatile black-and-white film that delivers stunning results? Look no further than Rollei/Agfa Superpan 200. This medium-speed panchromatic negative film is based on Agfa's AVI PAN aerial film, offering a nominal sensitivity of ISO 200/24°. With extended sensitivity up to 750nm in the infrared range and well-controlled contrast, this film is perfect for cutting through haze, fog, and other atmospheric conditions. The fine grain structure contributes to high sharpness, making it ideal for technical, industrial, and aerial photography. You may also know this film as Agfa Aviphot 200... Read more...
Orwo Wolfen Un54 100 Iso Black and White 35mm 36 Exp Film
These films will NOT have a box. It will come in a plastic canister. Please do NOT purchase it if that is unacceptable to you :) The ORWO Wolfen UN54 100 ISO 35mm x 36 exp Black and White Film is a renowned product crafted from the rolls of iconic cine film. Its production takes place on the historic Wolfen site, which has been a hub for motion picture film manufacturing since 1910. Initially designed for monochrome movies, the film's black and white tones deliver cinematic scenes in photographic form. The... Read more...
Ferrania P30 Black and White 35mm 36 Exp Film
Introducing Ferrania P30 - a newly manufactured, high-contrast black and white negative film with almost no visible grain. Made by FILM Ferrania, the world's smallest full-service film factory located in Cairo Montenotte, Italy, Ferrania P30 has a rich and storied history. Originally used in mid-20th century cinema, the film became so popular that a version was created for still photography as well. Our team has recreated the original formula for the modern day, proudly producing it in our rebuilt factory on the original company grounds. Featuring a very high silver... Read more...
Orwo Np100 - Finest Quality 36 Exposure Black and White 35mm Film
The New Era of Analog Photography: Introducing WOLFEN NP100 For all analog photography enthusiasts, ORWO has some exciting news! The company just launched a new black-and-white film called the NP100, a 100 ISO, 35mm, 36 exposure. This film is a true testament to the company's commitment to preserving traditional film production methods. WOLFEN NP100 is proudly produced in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, where film manufacturing has been a tradition since 1910. What sets this film apart from others is its exceptionally fine grain and an additional dyed antihalation layer that improves image sharpness. This layer is... Read more...
Orwo Nc500 and Nc400 Side-by-side Comparison
ORWO NC500 and NC400 Color C41 Films In December 2022, ORWO finally started shipping its long-awaited C41-based color film, the NC500. Folks had pre-ordered the film from ORWO in June of 2022 and are still waiting to receive it. When ORWO started shipping the NC500 film, they surprised everyone by releasing another C41 color film, the NC400. The NC500 needs some clarification around it. Some documentation said it was a 500 ISO film, but the film canister states it is a 400 ISO film. The NC400 is a 400 ISO... Read more...
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Film Photography Resources
Recommended Film Photography Book - Shooting Film by Ben Hawkins & Liza Kanaeva-Hunsicker. Please support my efforts by using this link to order. It doesn’t cost you anything additional and... Read more...
Catlabs x Film 320 Pro Bw | Kodak Tri-x 400 | Cinestill Bwxx 250
Comparison of 3 great BW films using three identical Olympus XA cameras and shooting the same frame (shot) with each of them. All three films were metered at 250 ISO. catlab x320 shot at 250 kodak ... Read more...
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Lomography Turquoise Film
A color shifting film produced by Lomography. Order #block-yui_3_17_2_1_1667495029335_1414 .sqs-gallery-block-grid .sqs-gallery-design-grid { margin-right: -20px; } #block-yui_3_17_2_1_166749502933... Read more...
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Stand and Semi-stand Development of Film
Find this information useful? If you are familiar with SD, scroll down to my recipes. YMMV. What Is Stand Development? What is Sem-Stand Development? BACKGROUND When developing (Black & White... Read more...
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Comparing Kiro 400, Kodak Ultramax 400 And, Lomography 400 Side-by-side
View fullsize Film Never Die Kiro 400 Film View fullsize Kodak UltraMax 400 View fullsize Lomography 400 #block-yui_3_17_2_1_1615849649844_6431 .sqs-gallery-block-grid .sqs-gallery-design-grid { ma... Read more...
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Comparing an Epson V600 to a Noritsu Scanner
Find this information useful? BACKGROUND More than half of the folks that call me to ask about pricing for developing and scanning are turned off by my price. As of... Read more...
Acufine b/w film developer in a silver foil pouch with blue and white labeling.
Acufine Developer – Different from Diafine
Find this information useful? WHAT IS ACUFINE DEVELOPER? A while ago, in my research on Black & White developers or film chemistry (the chemicals used to develop films), I stumbled... Read more...