Anyone shoot film still?

[drcandon]

It is probably not going to help you much since this is a Canadian retailer but the huge and I do mean huge camera supply store in Toronto called Henry's has every type of film and their shipping and handling rates are resonable. I know they ship to the US as well since you can get quotes in US and Canuck bucks.

Do a google search for Henry's camera and you will get them..

Nice thing about them is they are a pro shop as well and handle all formats in all ISO ranges...IF you need it and can't find it anywhere they can get it...

 

[dr_zero]

I've seen film at all the Wal-Mart's around me as well as Walgreen's, Rite Aid and CVS. Never noticed if Target carries it or not. I've also noticed film in all the big super markets around me (Shaw's, Stop & Shop, Roche Bros, Market Basket). I bought some B&W film this past fall in Shaw's Super Market.

There are 3 or 4 camera shops in my general area and they all have film. Including 1 with a huge selection.

There are very few places that develop B&W film though. Even the "BIG" camera shop in the Greater Boston area sends B&W film out to be developed. They don't do it in house any longer.

We are like the first exit to Florida and you would think we would have a good selection of bathing suits and cameras and all that kind of jazz but sadly no.

Walgreen's around here has a ok selection but is high in comparison.

And no one develops B&W hardly anywhere they send it out and then its not true B&W they run it on a color machine and it has a slight blue cast.

Found one place in Jacksonville that did real B&W developing and that was it.

 

[0bli0]

i can get it in the city (10 minute train ride from office) - all the film types that i shoot (fuji astia & velvia, kodak portra and t64, ilford pan f+, and rollei retro 100/400) in both 120 and 35mm (except the rollei only in 35mm...). i can only buy fuji fortia in japan.
mostly i now order my film from ebay or pick it up when i'm in japan as it's about 1/4 the price compared to buying locally. i just brought back 24 rolls of 120 rollei retro 100 and 15 rolls of 120 fuji astia from europe.

 

[dr_zero]

A friend emailed me about how mad she was that Sams club has quit carrying film! Is this local or have they all?

Wal Mart has cut way way back on theirs and the prices are up! Walgreens has a better selection and a lower price around here.

 

[ukcatfan]

IMO, film will be relegated to pros and dedicated film enthusiasts in just a few years from now. I would not be surprised if you can only order it online or buy it in actual photo shops in just a few year as well. With less volume in the sales, the prices will probably go up and then shortages will cause even more inflation on the price.

 

[dr_zero]

IMO, film will be relegated to pros and dedicated film enthusiasts in just a few years from now. I would not be surprised if you can only order it online or buy it in actual photo shops in just a few year as well. With less volume in the sales, the prices will probably go up and then shortages will cause even more inflation on the price.

Sadly I can see that happening also.

There is something about film though that digital just doesnt have, guess I know how people feel about their LP's and Cd's

 

[Experiment_626]

I sort of wish I still had my N6006. I really don't miss film, and if I had a film camera, I would use it very rarely. I could see using it if I wanted to make a really huge print. If you could still get film like Ektar 25, it would be worth it for those rare instances when I wanted to make an oversize poster. Back in my journalist days, I photographed a high school basketball team for a gigantic poster they wanted to hang in their gym. I new this was going to be made into a print about eight feet wide, so Ektar 25 was the only way to go.

I suspect the day is coming when buying 35mm film will be as much of a niche product as medium format is currently.

SSB

 

[boBQuincy]

I don't miss film, vinyl LPs, or carburetors.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

I don't miss film, vinyl LPs, or carburetors.

I'm with you. Nor cassette tapes, VCRs, or CRTs.

 

[dr_zero]

Digital is nice and has its value but I think it has taken away from photography alot since many people now just shoot whatever and then just make it how they want with the computer.

There was some skill and art that went into taking pictures in the past that is being lost with everything being photoshopped now.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

I see it differently. You haven't really lost anything. You've just gained additional capabilities. If that makes some people lazy, that's their problem.

You could make a similar argument that word processors have ruined writing because people can fix and adjust things more easily after they have written them.

 

[dr_zero]

I see it differently. You haven't really lost anything. You've just gained additional capabilities. If that makes some people lazy, that's their problem.

You could make a similar argument that word processors have ruined writing because people can fix and adjust things more easily after they have written them.

I agree I think word processors have ruined writing skills.
If you look at how many people write their penmanship is lacking due to too much typing and spelling is worse when they do not have spell check.

http://www.goodmagazine.com/section/Provocations/stop_teaching_handwriting

I don't think we need to do away with everything analog but we should not replace education and skill with a computer program.

 

[Anewman]

Digital is nice and has its value but I think it has taken away from photography alot since many people now just shoot whatever and then just make it how they want with the computer.

There was some skill and art that went into taking pictures in the past that is being lost with everything being photoshopped now.

I think using Photoshop well is a skill and an art... but that is just me.

 

[Ellester]

I'm hoping some of you photo-experts can guide me. I have several old Canon SLR cameras, lenses, and accessories that were my grandfather's. Is there any market for film cameras anymore? I really don't want to just toss them, I'm hoping I can sell them or at least pass them on to someone who would actually use them. I'm more of a point & shoot type of gal! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[frugal_mar]

What exact equipment do you have? Depending on the age of the lenses, they may be compatible with the Canon DSLRs.

You may be able to donate them to your local high school. Many high schools still shoot film. You can also, check with your local camera shop, many have a consignment shelf.

 

[juligrl]

What exact equipment do you have? Depending on the age of the lenses, they may be compatible with the Canon DSLRs.

You may be able to donate them to your local high school. Many high schools still shoot film. You can also, check with your local camera shop, many have a consignment shelf.

Don't forget local colleges too.

 

[SueInBoston]

I encourage you to donate them to local high schools, or you can try selling them locally on craigslist. DD is a freshman taking photography and the school does not have enough cameras for everyone. I found her a Canon Rebel G for $50 on Craigslist.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

The lenses are still useful. If you can find a buyer for the cameras, great.

You might use them as little plant pots. Or maybe give them to a kid to disassemble. That would be interesting.

 

[Ellester]

What exact equipment do you have? Depending on the age of the lenses, they may be compatible with the Canon DSLRs.

You may be able to donate them to your local high school. Many high schools still shoot film. You can also, check with your local camera shop, many have a consignment shelf.

This is what I have, from a list he wrote. I have no idea what some of the abbreviations are.
Canon A1 w/ Sigma 28-80 FD lens w/ Canon 155A flash
Canon AE-1 w/ Tokina 28-85 FD Lens
Canon Auto-200M-s camera
Lenses:
Canon 50mm FD F1.8
Cannon 28mmFD F2.8
Cannon 70-210 FD F4
Vivitar Auto Ext Tube Set Canon FD
Vivitar 2x Macro ext for Canon FD
Vivitar 2x Canon FDVivitar SL-1/slave
Mini-tripood
Nikon AP-2 panorama head
Spiraton Auto winder AE series
Aetna 52mm CUS
Gossen Luna Pro Meter

I'm pretty sure I have his old Hasselblad as well, I just have to find it. I like the idea of donating to a school. I'll have to look into that. I know the local PS's barely have enough money for books, much less things like cameras!

 

[thomas998]

I would check school twice before donating... lots of people will just say sure we can use it when in fact they can't and wont so it is really just like tossing them in the dump.

I suspect schools that lack the money to buy camera will be unlikely to afford the film and development of that film. Film is getting more expensive as it becomes more of a niche item.

I would suggest you use the cameras. Some situations just work better on film... it doesn't give you the instant gratification of digital but you get a better dynamic range.