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Kodacolor 200 Field Tested 35mm Review
An affordable 35mm film with punchy color, subtle grain, and the nostalgic feel of the vacation snapshots our parents made in the 1980s.
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Read more: Why CineStill 400D Is Better Than Kodak Portra 400 For Portraits
Why CineStill 400D Is Better Than Kodak Portra 400 For Portraits
by Geve Penaflor
The world needed a new color film, and CineStill delivered. Here's why 400Dynamic is the best film stock for portraits, even better than the famous Portra 400.Read more -
Read more: Kodak Gold 200 for 120 | Medium Format Film Review
Kodak Gold 200 for 120 | Medium Format Film Review
by Nat Meier
One of the best film stocks, now in medium format (finally). Warm, vibrant, and the perfect testament to my personal film photography.Read more -
Read more: Kodak Portra 400 Review | The Film Stock Everyone Loves
Kodak Portra 400 Review | The Film Stock Everyone Loves
by Robin Ferand
Reviewing the most beloved color-negative film stock. Here's why Portra 400's smooth tones & forgiving exposure make it the trusted choice for photographers.Read more -
Read more: Medium Format vs 35mm Cameras | What's the Difference?
Medium Format vs 35mm Cameras | What's the Difference?
by Natalie Carrasco
Let's nerd out on film photography and chat about the differences between medium format and 35mm cameras: their history, resurgence, and features.Read more -
Read more: The CineStill 400D Film Hands-On Review | New Favorite Go-To
The CineStill 400D Film Hands-On Review | New Favorite Go-To
by Moment Tools
A coming-of-age 35mm film stock with unique colors giving Kodak a run for their money. CineStill might be my new favorite film brand. Here's my full 400D review.Read more -
Read more: Harman Phoenix II Film… Solid New Option for Color Shooters
Harman Phoenix II Film… Solid New Option for Color Shooters
by Beatriz Valim
A fresh take on color film that's truly handcrafted and NOT reskinned. I'm really stoked about this one, and here's why.Read more