In the late 1990s, before the digital era came and took over the photography world, there was the Advanced Photo System (APS). It was heavily marketed as the newest and trendiest film format with cutting-edge technology.
Depending on whether you're a veteran in photography or fairly new to the craft, we bring you an in-depth video which could either send you on a trip down memory lane or satisfy your curiosity about this discontinued film format. . thephoblographer.com
Kodak Moments has launched Kodak Gold 200 film in a new 120 format 5-roll pro-pack for medium format cameras, expanding the company's color film portfolio for those who want to make the jump from 35mm to medium format film photography. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-03-21 18:31
A medium format Hasselblad camera. Photo: Classic-Photographic Once you start shooting film, it won’t be long before you hear the siren song of medium and large format. What are medium and large format film photography, and are they right for you? This Absolute beginner’s guide to film aims to point you in the right direction. dpreview.com »
2021-08-06 17:00
If you love film photography, you're missing out if you don't use medium format film cameras. Arguably, this is where you'll really to start a major advantage over digital photography. There's also things like the look, the feel, and the overall approach to how you work with subjects. thephoblographer.com »
2021-06-20 19:00
Common film formats & types Just as digital photography has multiple sensor sizes, film photography has multiple film formats and sizes, some of which are easier to find than others (and some of which are nearly impossible). dpreview.com »
2021-05-28 16:00
Lomography has announced its expanding its LomoChrome Purple film line to include 110 format. Previously only available in 120 and 35mm format, the ISO 100–400 film stock uses a ‘far out formula [to force] you to think outside the box, turning blues to greens, greens to purples and yellows to pinks, all while maintaining those rich red tones. dpreview.com »
2020-02-04 19:05
Kodak Alaris has given a boost to those waiting for newly resurrected Ektachrome E100 to be introduced in formats larger than 35mm with an announcement that it will be testing a new coating process at the end of next month to make roll film. dpreview.com »
2019-06-07 21:13
Surprising as it may still seem to some, there are still photographers who prefer the rigors of film photography, despite the prevalence of the more convenient digital workflow. This is especially the case for those who develop and print their own snaps and also shoot in more specialized mediums like large format. thephoblographer.com »
2019-02-17 20:00
One of the best things to have happened in the Polaroid/Instant Film world in so many years is the arrival of Fujifilm Instax Wide Monochrome. Announced earlier this year, the new film is a highly needed item that shows Fujifilm's commitment to the Fujifilm Instax Wide format. thephoblographer.com »
2017-11-22 14:00
In what is perhaps one of the most exciting announcements in medium format film photography this year, there's a brand new Kickstarter that is going to make you all very happy: the Rezivot Instant Film Processor. thephoblographer.com »
2017-11-03 00:19
It's no secret that the 1" sensors that Sony has been producing for years now have been winning awards left and right. But on top of that, photographers in major contests have won awards using their cameras that have the 1" sensor at the heart. thephoblographer.com »
2017-10-30 16:00
This guide is a guest blog post from photographer Marcin Wajda on choosing a medium format film camera based on just a few of the best offerings out there. Enjoy! thephoblographer.com »
2017-07-15 14:30
Medium format film shooters have something new to be excited about: CineStill will soon be shipping its 50D film in 120 format, and pre-orders are now open. CineStill Film is known for its popular 800Tungsten and 50Daylight Xpro C-41, both created from Kodak motion picture cinema film. The 800T hit the shelves in 120 back […] petapixel.com »
2017-06-29 22:08
The folks over at CineStill have finally got CineStill 50D in the 120 format ready. CineStill 50D, for the uninitiated, the a low ISO, fine grain color negative emulsion. It is Kodak Vision film repackaged for 35mm and now 120 use. thephoblographer.com »
2017-06-28 13:38
The idea of a medium format Sony a7s II isn't really a completely farfetched one when you consider how photography and technology have evolved hand in hand with one another. Medium format photography has for years been stated to be better than 35mm photography--at least in terms of the analog film world. thephoblographer.com »
2017-05-12 07:00
So previously we have talked about some great budget medium format film camera options for those on a budget, but all of those cameras were manual focus only. Today we wanted to bring a few options into focus that feature something that many of you can't live without - Autofocus. thephoblographer.com »
2017-04-24 10:00
Of course, one of the best things for landscape photographers to capture is the Aurora Borealis--but capturing it on film the way that Rainer Wengel did is a whole nother different level of magic. thephoblographer.com »
2017-04-21 13:01
Maybe for a really long time, we've been going about trying to get manual control over Instax Film totally wrong. Instead of trying to hack medium format cameras and camera backs to accommodate the film, why haven't we tried hacking the cameras available to start with? Well actually, the folks over at Camera Film Photo have been for a while now. thephoblographer.com »
2017-03-28 10:01
Many (if not most) of the people reading this have shot 35mm film, and a chunk of those people have shot 120 medium format film, but only a fraction of that fraction has ever touched a large format camera. petapixel.com »
2017-01-24 23:10
For his project “The Spirit of Iron Man,” photographer Dan Votjech visited the world’s hardest triathlon, the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, and shot portraits of the competitors using a large format Polaroid camera. petapixel.com »
2016-11-11 22:55
Fuji made two announcements today. The first, a mirrorless medium format digital camera, rocked the industry. The second… is less dramatic. Fuji is currently developing a square format instant camera and square format Instax instant film. petapixel.com »
2016-09-20 01:14
Unless you have the dough to get a lab scanner, it is a painful process to scan your own film. Luckily one day all the photo labs dumped their Pakon F-135 to the market, and I remember you could get one for ~$250 a pop. It was the best thing happened to those who want […] petapixel.com »
2016-08-24 19:02
If you have one of those busted LCD TVs or monitors lying around, you can still give it a second chance at life. You can actually repurpose it into a DIY light panel to give your photo and video projects some realistic daylight illumination.
We've said it time and time again -- working with light is one of the first things you have to learn as a photographer, especially when it comes to shooting portraits. Since we can't stress it enough, we bring yet another video tutorial with some helpful suggestions for cheap lighting options that you can practice with.
Among the goals of landscape photography is to capture scenes as sharply detailed as possible, with colors and contrast that make the pictures pop. While some may argue that this can be achieved in post-process, Tom Mackie of Landscape Photography iQ explains to us in a quick video which filters can get the job done quicker in-camera.
The Bokeh Panorama continues to be a popular technique for portrait and wedding photography for its unique and eye-catching look. It was popularized by acclaimed wedding photographer Ryan Brenzier and has since been called the Brenizer Method.
So, you've decided to play around with different lighting setups for doing studio shoots. One of the very first equipment you'll come across and need to learn is the softbox. If this is the first time you're hearing about it or it sounds complicated, let this quick video by Daniel Norton guide you on some basics.
Among the digital photography terms we hear once in a while is "color science" and it can be especially intriguing for beginners. The term is also often related to comparisons between the colors produced by different cameras and manufacturers, with Canon's particularly the most raved about.
Ever felt like experimenting with negative space and minimalist photography? It can come in nifty for your photography projects, so it's a trick worth knowing how to pull off. All you need to get started are a big sheet of white board paper, a coffee cup, and some coffee (or similarly-colored liquid).