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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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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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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November 22, 2024
Best instant cameras and printers in 2024
Claire Gillo and the AP team pick the best instant cameras and printers on the market, including Polaroid, Fujifilm Instax, Kodak and more.
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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
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October 2, 2024
How to get started in film photography – a beginners guide
How to get started in film photography - a complete guide for beginners and those looking to get back into film photography
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September 19, 2024
How to make a pinhole camera and take photos in 10 steps
Claire Gillo shares her tips for re-creating the antiquated pinhole camera, and how to develop your own film
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September 8, 2024
Pentax 17 vs Kodak Ektar H35N – half-frame film cameras compared
We explore some of the differences and similarities between the premium Pentax 17 and the budget-friendly Kodak Ektar H35N
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August 27, 2024
How to check if a film camera works
Avoid wasting your film with our simple guide to how to check if a film camera works. Jon Stapley runs through the key points.
