When I want to have black and white photos, I put black and white film in my camera. Black and white film offers unique qualities that can’t be replicated with digital or desaturating colour photography. While it’s possible to convert colour images to black and white during post-processing, there are...
When it comes to capturing colour images, photographers have two main options: colour negative film and slide film. Each type of film has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them will depend on the specific needs and goals of each photographer. Advantages of colour negative film: Versatility...
The process of developing colour negative film and slide film is different, and each has its own unique advantages and disadvantages. There are significant differences in the chemistry, and development process of colour negative (C-41) vs slide film (E-6). Colour negative film, also known as colour reversal film, is a...
Cinestill film, a popular motion picture film stock used for still photography, is known for its distinct red halo effect around high-contrast edges in photographs. This phenomenon is a result of several factors, including the film’s anti-halation layer, its high contrast, and the type of developer used in the developing...
Dynamic range is a crucial concept in photography, and it refers to the range of brightness levels that a camera or film is able to capture. This range encompasses everything from the brightest highlights to the darkest shadows, and it is an important factor to consider when taking photos, as...
I tend to think that in photography, a lot of us get way too hung up on things being technically perfect, that we forget the most important thing that really matters: The emotional impact of the image. How the photograph we take, makes someone feel. Do they enjoy looking at...
Are you looking for a new way to achieve a cinematic look to your still photos? Cinestill 50D is repackaged Kodak Vision 3 50D (aka Kodak 5203/7203) colour negative motion picture film. Cinestill is buying Vision 3 50D film from Kodak and removing the rem-jet backing which is present on...
Ilford Pan F Plus 50 (50iso black and white film) has a bit of a mouthful of a name, but is probably one of the very best monochorome films out there if you are looking for highly detailed photographs you can print at a large size. Being so highly detailed,...