Why Aren’t More Of The Big Name Camera Brands Making Modern Film Cameras
Jan 9, 2024 20:58:55 #
Jan 9, 2024 21:16:24 #
It would be interesting to see IF the demand returns.
(Not quite as bad as going from roll film to wet plates.)
(Not quite as bad as going from roll film to wet plates.)
Jan 9, 2024 21:31:21 #
Jan 9, 2024 21:46:25 #
Why? The article says "shooting a roll of film and getting it developed ... can cost around $25-$30" What would I want a camera for that costs seventy five cents every time I push the button. That borders on silly thinking.
Jan 9, 2024 21:59:28 #
bsprague wrote:
Why? The article says "shooting a roll of film and getting it developed ... can cost around $25-$30" What would I want a camera for that costs seventy five cents every time I push the button. That borders on silly thinking.
I won't go back to film.
Jan 9, 2024 23:15:48 #
Longshadow wrote:
I won't go back to film.
I had the dream '70s darkroom. I custom built it. Although it was fun, I have no desire to go back to the chemicals, slow pace and challenging control over results. It took about 20 minutes to see a color print well enough to estimate the changes for the second try, then third try. Lightroom sliders are so very much an improvement.
Jan 10, 2024 07:30:08 #
bsprague wrote:
I had the dream '70s darkroom. I custom built it. Although it was fun, I have no desire to go back to the chemicals, slow pace and challenging control over results. It took about 20 minutes to see a color print well enough to estimate the changes for the second try, then third try. Lightroom sliders are so very much an improvement.
They are.....
Jan 10, 2024 08:12:48 #
Pentax announced last year that it is dedicated to developing a new generation of film cameras. Many Pentax users were dismayed because saw the company unwilling to compete in the mirrorless digital market, even though their digital cameras and lenses are excellent products for reasonable prices. The Pentax K1000 was the “Kleenex” of the film SLR market, so we’ll see how they do with their film business.
Jan 10, 2024 08:46:24 #
I can see it becoming a trend similar to the resurgence of vinyl records.
Niche, but growing.
Niche, but growing.
Jan 10, 2024 10:01:49 #
Jan 10, 2024 10:26:15 #
My (film) cameras still are still hiding in my closet. I Priced a roll of Kodak 35mm last week.
I thought at that price that it included a camera along with the film, ($13.95) at Walmart for 24-exposures.
Think we should stock up?
I thought at that price that it included a camera along with the film, ($13.95) at Walmart for 24-exposures.
Think we should stock up?
Jan 10, 2024 10:45:58 #
twowindsbear wrote:
I'll switch from digital when Kodachrome returns.
Will there be a Kodak Carousel slide projector and screen for that?
Have you tried displaying HDR digital images on a HDR capable display?
Jan 10, 2024 10:59:47 #
bsprague wrote:
Will there be a Kodak Carousel slide projector and screen for that?
Have you tried displaying HDR digital images on a HDR capable display?
Have you tried displaying HDR digital images on a HDR capable display?
Yes I still have my Kodak Carousel projector, not sure about the screen, though. No, haven't dipped my toe into the HDR world yet.
Jan 10, 2024 11:33:18 #
Mac wrote:
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/news/why-arent-more-of-the-big-name-camera-brands-making-modern-film-cameras
Film cameras, IMHO, are a niche product.
Jan 10, 2024 11:33:19 #
bikinkawboy
Loc: north central Missouri
I have five Carousels, one I bought new in the 80’s and the others from Goodwill. Bulbs used to be very expensive so I figured $8-$12 wouldn’t break the bank.
One of my friends in Chicago has went to shooting B&W film. He and his associates have opened an art gallery for viewing and sales. Not sure how they are doing.
What might be cool would be a camera that shoots both film and digital. Make your test shots with digital and when you’re happy with the result, then shoot the film.
One of my friends in Chicago has went to shooting B&W film. He and his associates have opened an art gallery for viewing and sales. Not sure how they are doing.
What might be cool would be a camera that shoots both film and digital. Make your test shots with digital and when you’re happy with the result, then shoot the film.
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