From the title alone, most of you probably have an idea how this story goes. But for those who have just discovered Leica and the premium status (cough price tag cough) that it comes with, it could be interesting to see if there are any Leicas that won’t break the bank. Today’s
If you’re a film photographer or a retro camera collector, I’m sure you’ll agree when I say that vintage camera restorations are among the most satisfying videos to watch. These cameras may be old, but they are still works of art, and important pieces of photography history and engineering. If
Among the most interesting things about film photography is the idea that the vintage camera you’ll be using likely has an interesting history behind it. Or, at worst, it’s a cautionary tale waiting to happen. Or both. Today’s case in point is from grainydays’ Jason Kummerfeldt, who came across a
I’m sure many will agree that vintage camera restorations are among the most satisfying things to watch out there. We can still consider many of these cameras as mechanical works of art, and are definitely worthy of saving. Today’s featured video shows a fine example, which I’m sure film photographers
In my recent years of shooting film for my personal projects, people are asking me more about the “how” than the “why.” This is really interesting and exciting for me since a good number of these curious people have never even touched a film camera or a roll of film
We all have it. That one photo that ignited the passion for photography in each of us. For me, it was 25 years ago using a $6.99 Kodak disposable film camera. On an excursion to Yosemite, I found myself walking down a path where the trees opened up, much like
When it comes to premium vintage gear, a bunch of point and shoot film cameras come to mind. Among them are Contax T2, Yashica T4 and Nikon 35T. Back in the days, these cameras boasted of the most advanced features in a pocketable form. Fast-forward to the last decade or
Not so long ago, Paris-based photographer and “weird lens” enthusiast Mathieu Stern shared his insights on the Canon FD 35mm f/2. The concave version of the vintage lens is supposedly the sharpest that Canon made in the focal length. Vintage gear fans and film photographers must be wondering, what about Canon
There’s no question that vintage Leica cameras are among the most iconic and gorgeous cameras ever made. So, it’s not surprising to find them on the wishlists of many film photographers and vintage camera collectors today. If that sounds like you, we’re sure you’ll find today’s featured restoration story particularly
Part of what makes film photography such a captivating medium is how nostalgic it is, from the gear it uses to the photos it yields. We also can’t deny that many film cameras are works of art themselves. So, it’s not surprising to find many photographers who keep a collection
We’ve already placed the spotlight on some of the weirdest lenses out there. You might be wondering, what about about the strangest cameras? Well, we’ve just found a camera that definitely fits the bill: The Fujifilm Rensha Cardia BYU-N 16. In the video above, Taylor Noel introduces us to this
If you’re in the mood for switching up your photography routine, you might want to challenge yourself by shooting with something different. It doesn’t have to be a new camera or lens; it can be a cheap accessory like a prism or a special effects filter. You can even get
