Film is back, and with its booming popularity, there are a lot of options to try. These are our top picks for the best 35mm film you can find today for a range of use cases. [Read More]
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Many photographers are nostalgic for film. It might be the smell of the darkroom as you wait for your print to develop, the physically mechanical nature of shooting photos, or the skill required to bring home a decent photo. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-10-14 21:04
The 35mm lens has a certain unique look to it. For many of us, it renders what we see in real life. Combine that with the simplicity that natural light offers, and you've got a concoction for fun! Lots of photographers adore the natural light portraiture process. thephoblographer.com »
2020-11-26 20:00
Roger Cicala over at LensRentals has been doing extensive MTF tests on lenses to figure out the landscape of optical quality in the camera industry. One of his latest findings may be a surprise to many: the best 35mm lens on the market optically is one made by Tamron. Cicala says he went into his […] petapixel.com »
2019-08-31 18:59
Whether you've just started shooting with film or have been an ardent analog lover for years, you better make this rare film a top priority. Fujifilm's Natura 1600 is legendary for all the good reasons. thephoblographer.com »
2018-02-01 20:00
The 35mm focal length is popular for all sorts of photography niches, from weddings to boudoir to wildlife to landscapes. This makes your choice of 35mm lens extra important because you are likely intending to use it in multiple scenarios. thephoblographer.com »
2017-08-21 19:00
While Kodak Portra, Fujifilm Velvia and some of the others tend to steal the spotlight there are a number of pretty good yet affordable color films out on the market. George from Negative Feedback decided to put a number of them to the test in a video released earlier last year. All the images were thephoblographer.com »
2017-01-10 23:03
The 35mm focal length is one of the most popular prime lens options out there, and with such popularity, there comes with it plenty of options for the budding photographer to choose from when looking for a 35mm lens to join their kit. thephoblographer.com »
2016-11-25 14:02
I've changed how I've edited images many times over the years. Lots of photographers these days lay into the clarity slider like cultists making an offering for their salvation. As a result, they then ignore the sharpening tool.
Film photography may be enjoying a resurgence in popularity, but worldwide supply chain issues are now holding back the industry's return. Fujifilm is warning that its 35mm films are expected to be in short supply "for the time being." [Read More]
The Fujifilm Velvia film simulation is most likely one of the most popular options. Folks love vivid colors and those Fujifilm tones always hit just right. In fact, it's the perfect simulation to use on your vacation.
The past few years in photography have been a very eye-opening experience for us. I was always taught that Fujifilm Velvia is terrible for portraits. And I've even thought so myself with personal experience.
If you look around on loads of Facebook groups and Instagram accounts, they'll try to pass of film presets for the real thing. Sometimes folks will think that their images really are how film looks.
Fujifilm has long been celebrated as the manufacturer of some of the world's most-used film emulsions. Fujifilm wisely brought this analog legacy with them when they made the transition to digital.