Kentmere 400 B&W film

Kentmere Pan 400: Why You Should Shoot Black and White Film in 2026

Looking to shoot analog but are discouraged by the rising cost of film? Maybe shooting black & white is the way to go! Here, I’ll talk about how B&W can … Continue reading Kentmere Pan 400: Why You Should Shoot Black and White Film in 2026

Minolta A5 rangefinder film camera-1

Minolta A5 rangefinder film camera – analog camera done right!

The Minolta A5 is as simple as any rangefinder film camera can get. No electronics, no unnecessary features, well built and reliable – a true mechanical wonder. If you are … Continue reading Minolta A5 rangefinder film camera – analog camera done right!

Minolta Hi-matic 7 rangefinder film camera

Minolta Hi-Matic 7 rangefinder film camera

Here’s another awesome rangefinder film camera from the 1960’s. Are all cameras from that era made like a brick? And yes, I love it! The Minolta Hi-Matic 7 is the … Continue reading Minolta Hi-Matic 7 rangefinder film camera

Minolta Hi-matic 7sii compact rangefinder

Minolta Hi-Matic 7sII – a compact rangefinder film camera with fast lens

Compact and feature-packed rangefinder film camera – that is the simplest description I have for the Minolta Hi-Matic 7sII. If you have been following me, you know I am a … Continue reading Minolta Hi-Matic 7sII – a compact rangefinder film camera with fast lens

Nikon 35mm f2-5mm series E

Nikon 35mm f2.5 E review – Affordable all around prime lens

Looking for an all around prime lens for your Nikon film SLR? Then I think the Nikon 35mm f2.5 E might just be for you. This lens is part of … Continue reading Nikon 35mm f2.5 E review – Affordable all around prime lens

Ricoh 500G rangefinder film camera

Ricoh 500G – Compact film camera for everyday carry

I am always fascinated with compact cameras especially if they offer lots of controls. Most compact cameras (film or digital), usually minimize functions or controls in favor of size – … Continue reading Ricoh 500G – Compact film camera for everyday carry