July 1, 2026
Classic film cameras: this amazing spy camera is smaller than a pack of cigarettes and was a favourite of police and detective agencies
John Wade discovers a favourite among American detectives of the 1940s
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Film Photography
Whether you’re interested in shooting 35mm film, or medium-format film, you’ll find our film section the place to learn more. With articles on film processing and developing, choosing the best film, the best 35mm film cameras, guides on how to get the best results, and more.
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June 18, 2026
These are the most important cameras of all time – 200 years of photography from 1826 to 2026
It began with a totally impractical photographic process. It ended with digital wizardry that would have seemed like magic two centuries ago. John Wade charts what happened in between.
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June 15, 2026
The classic Boltavit I – a tiny German film camera
A tiny German camera that takes 35mm film – but in an unperforated, roll-film format
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May 27, 2026
The best instant cameras and printers in 2026 for quickly making retro-style prints
Claire Gillo and the AP team pick the best instant cameras and printers on the market, including Polaroid, Fujifilm Instax, and more.
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May 23, 2026
The Nikon F100 – the ultimate 35mm film SLR camera for digital photographers
Interest in film photography is growing, and the Nikon F100 could be just the camera to help you explore it. John Gilbey explains why.
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May 20, 2026
Ignore the haters, film photography is alive and kicking in 2026 – Analogue in the Age of Digital
What is the state of analogue photography in our increasingly digital world? John Gilbey takes a look around and presents his findings.
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May 14, 2026
Classic film cameras the Pentacon FM was built like a tank
John Wade finds an East German SLR that proves West is not always best, with the built like a tank Pentacon FM film camera.
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May 13, 2026
The world’s first paparazzi camera and other photo rarities are up for sale at this very special Leica auction
Rare Leica gems and historic Lumière camera among auctioned pieces on the 48th Leitz Photographica Auction
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May 11, 2026
Praktina: a forgotten landmark and a company that beat Nikon by six-years
John Wade examines the first 35mm SLR system camera and its accessories
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May 8, 2026
The story behind the World’s first light meter watch – and you can back it on Kickstarter now!
What if your favourite camera accessory isn’t something that gets lost in the corner of your camera bag but a fashion accessory that you wear? Two young entrepreneurs have designed a world first for photographers…
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May 4, 2026
Canon EOS 3 Film SLR field test – Eye on the target
The Canon EOS 3 was the space shuttle of film SLR cameras and truly one of a kind. Peter Fenech dusts off the ancestor of Canon’s latest mirrorless flagships
