I broke out a film camera this weekend

Dropped off three rolls yesterday: Tri-X, Candido 800 and Kodak 120.

It’s from a Diana camera that I’ve had for years–like, I don’t remember buying it, although it has its box.

How old is this film? Dunno, still looking online but I’m guessing from the ’60s. 

What’s on the film? Dunno as well. Could be the Beatles, could be dinosaurs. 

Will there even be any images? Guess we find out next week. 

I just picked up my Pentax from Coastal Film Labs.  Dont remember who recommended them and haven't had a chance to put the camera through its paces, but they were an absolute joy to work with and very reasonably priced as well.

Good news. Plans to use it this weekend? I’m co-hosting a little photo walk tomorrow, in fact. 

David S. Wallens said:

Good news. Plans to use it this weekend? I’m co-hosting a little photo walk tomorrow, in fact. 

Hopefully. Rest of the day is full, gotta get ready for an exhibit I'm a part of.

Might be able to wander around tomorrow.

In reply to David S. Wallens :

Is that Plus-X pictured?  I miss Plus-X.   

Fortunately we can still get T-Max in 100 speed.

It is Plus-X.

Any guesses how old this roll is? 

In reply to David S. Wallens :

Is there any reference to ISO on the roll?  They changed the emulsion and the ISO a couple times in its 70-year run.  My guess is early 1980's based on this article's claim that Kodak added the term "Professional" to the film, and your roll seems to wear that label.

https://www.michael-elliott.photography/post/remembering-kodak-plus-x-pan-film

You know, I didn’t notice an ISO number on the roll. Eager to see if we get any images. 

Looking for gear? Orlando’s Kiwi Camera is hosting its swap meet today. 

The owner of our local shop says that 120 film is likely from the ’60s.

Mr_Asa said:

I just picked up my Pentax from Coastal Film Labs.  Dont remember who recommended them and haven't had a chance to put the camera through its paces, but they were an absolute joy to work with and very reasonably priced as well.

Maybe me I think? Im in the area too and a regular

This just in: Orlando’s Colonial Photo & Hobby is now offering limited 60-minute processing. More details on its Instagram.

In reply to David S. Wallens :

I need to make a stop in there at some point, its been a while since I have made the trip over that way. 

David S. Wallens said:

This just in: Orlando’s Colonial Photo & Hobby is now offering limited 60-minute processing. More details on its Instagram.

C-41.  But yeah, that's something. 

In reply to Chris Tropea :

I’d like to visit all of the Orlando camera shops in a single trip. For science. 

Dropped off three (more) rolls today during lunch. Was a busy weekend. :) 

More film news from our address:

My wife grabbed a film camera from the “free” bin at this weekend’s Kiwi Camera swap meet. 

It’s a Sears KS 500. Came with a 50mm lens, too. Looks clean and the knobs all turn freely. 

She did her research last night. It’s a rebranded Ricoh KR-5 circa 1979. 

I had the necessary SR44 batteries, and the light meter seems to work–matched needle like my Canon F-1. Split screen focusing, too, but it’s at a 45-degree angle. I kinda dig that. 

I gave her a roll of film, and we’ll see how well it works.

Pentax K mount too, The Ricoh I had for a bit that I sold recently had that 45 degree angle, I found it easier to nail focus vs the straight horizontal split prism. 

In reply to aw614 :

And I have a K1000 kit with a few lenses. :) 

I only held the camera for a minute or two but, yeah, I didn’t find the angled focusing screen odd or anything. 

Just shared this over on the Instagram: Candido 800 shot at 800. Canon A-1 with the 100/2.8. No editing.

Looking at 127 film last night. Might be putting a vintage camera back into service. :) 

In reply to David S. Wallens :

I've found that 127 and 620 cameras can be a more affordable entry into medium format photography, though tracking down film can be a little trickier. (Luckily, Film Photography Project carries both–essentially 120 film re-spooled to fit 127 or 620 cameras.)

Yeah, there are deals out there. I have a few 127 and 620 cameras. Be cool to run some film through them. 

In reply to Colin Wood :

620 is easy. Trim the edges of the 120 plastic spool with the film on it, and use a 620 spool for the take-up. Works great.

Colin Wood said:

In reply to David S. Wallens :

I've found that 127 and 620 cameras can be a more affordable entry into medium format photography, though tracking down film can be a little trickier. (Luckily, Film Photography Project carries both–essentially 120 film re-spooled to fit 127 or 620 cameras.)

I did a little research on this, thinking the only 127 medium format options would be ancient folders from Kodak.  I found that both Yashica and Rollei made TLR's for 127.  Not sure their prices properly reflect the hassle of finding/modifying film for them, but they're out there.

Personally, I'll be sticking to 120.  I'm still happily shooting with the Bronica etrs and enjoy the flexibility.

Very cool to see the renewed interest in film.