So, I wanted to get into film photography, ’cause, you know, everyone’s doing it and it looks cool. But I’m a total noob, so I needed a camera that was super easy to use. I didn’t want to mess with all those fancy settings and stuff. I just wanted to point and shoot, you know?
First, I asked my friends who are into this stuff. A few of them are using those big DSLR cameras, and they look complicated. I know one of my friends has a mirrorless camera that he really likes, but it still seemed like a lot to learn. I just wanted something simple to start with. I don’t even know how to load film or whatever.
Then I went down the internet rabbit hole, looking at all kinds of cameras. There are so many! I saw something called a “Contax T2,” but it looks expensive. There’s also this “Canon AE-1” that seems popular, but again, it looks like it has a lot of buttons and dials.
I found some info about disposable film cameras. Those seemed really easy, and they come with film already in them. You just take your photos and then get the whole thing developed. I figured that was a good way to dip my toes in the water without spending too much money or getting too confused.
But then, I wanted something I could use more than once. After digging deeper, I learned about these “point-and-shoot” cameras. They seemed perfect! Simple, compact, just what I was looking for. I saw one called the “Ilford Sprite 35-II” that a lot of people said was good for beginners, so I decided to give it a shot.
I ended up ordering the Ilford Sprite 35-II online. It’s pretty cheap, which is great, and it looks really simple to use. It only has one shutter speed and you don’t even need to focus it. I think even I can handle that! And, you can actually reload them, so I feel like it is better than just a disposable.
Now, I just have to figure out what kind of film to get. I bought a few different kinds to try out. Loading the film was a little tricky at first, but I watched some videos, and I think I got it.
- Ordered the Ilford Sprite 35-II online.
- Bought some different kinds of 35mm film.
- Watched some videos to learn how to load the film.
I’ve been carrying the camera around with me everywhere and taking pictures of random stuff. It’s actually pretty fun! I haven’t gotten any of the photos developed yet, so I don’t know if they’ll be any good, but it’s been a fun experience so far.
I’m planning on getting the film developed soon. I’m both excited and nervous to see how they turn out. I’m hoping at least a few of them are decent. It’s all part of the learning process, I guess!
My next steps:
- Get the film developed!
- Keep practicing and experimenting with different types of film.
- Maybe learn a little bit more about photography so I can take even better pictures.
Anyway, that’s my journey into film photography so far. It’s been a lot easier than I thought it would be, thanks to the simple point-and-shoot camera. If you’re thinking about trying it out, I’d say go for it! Just don’t expect to be a pro right away. It takes time and practice, just like anything else.
