February 23, 2025
Nikon F2AS – Returning to 35mm film greats
How an unlikely introduction to a Nikon F2AS turned a 35mm sceptic into an advocate. David Clapp shares his story
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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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February 17, 2025
How to shoot film at night
Pushing 35mm film is a handy and creative way to deal with the demands of night photography with film cameras, as darkroom specialist Mike Crawford explains
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February 13, 2025
I Am Martin Parr: a love letter to renowned British photographer
I Am Martin Parr is an intimate film directed by Lee Shulman that delves into the life and work of the renowned English photographer. Peter Dench finds out more and goes to the London premiere!
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January 20, 2025
Free and Cheap photo activities in 2025 for inspiration on a budget
Low-cost days out - Thankfully, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of her favourites.
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January 9, 2025
Complete guide to black and white photography
Learn to visualise in black and white, choose the best subjects and edit images to look amazing - Will Cheung presents his complete monochrome masterclass.
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January 4, 2025
Olympus XA vs Mju: ultra-compact Olympus film cameras
In the late 1970s, Olympus launched the XA range of ultra-compact 35mm cameras, followed later by the Mju family. John Gilbey looks at what they still have to offer.
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December 30, 2024
How to build a family archive of your treasured photos and a lasting legacy
Your photographic archive is likely to be very important to your family – how can you make sure it’s easy for them to deal with once you’re no longer around? Amy Davies explores the options.
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December 24, 2024
We got this Minolta film camera for a fiver at a charity shop – and test it
Tony Kemplen tries a classic Minolta 35mm film SLR - find out how this camera does! Is it a charity shop find or not?
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December 23, 2024
How the Olympus OM30 introduced auto focus to SLRs
The Olympus OM30 is one of Olympus' great SLRs - What makes it different is the addition of an electronic focusing aid.
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November 28, 2024
Focus stacking: achieve pin sharp macro shots of delicate subjects
Three experts show you how to use focus stacking in your photography and provide top tips, their favourite software and must-have kit
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October 10, 2024
140 years – A lifetime of landmark cameras
Landmark cameras that hit the headlines between 1884 and now. John Wade is your guide to 140 years of cameras
