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Taking the Guesswork Out of Film Speeds

After understanding why it is important to use different film speeds for different situations, it is time to focus on the actual film speeds. Using a different speed film for different situations can have different results. Here is a quick run down of the most common film types and when it is best to use them. 100 Speed Film The perfect film for the great outdoors, as long as the sun is shining. When used correctly, it can deliver a bright, crisp, clear photograph with the most accurate colors and the sharpest detail. This film speed works great for still … Continue reading →

Understanding the Importance of Film Speeds

With the digital age upon us, this might not seem like such an important article, however many of us die-hard photographers still swear by our film cameras. In fact, photographs from film have been proven to outlast photographs taken digitally. This is why many of us still tend to take several rolls a year. So if you are one of those people who still takes photographs using film, this article is for you. It is important to choose the right film. There are different speeds of film that are made to specifically deal with certain types of lighting, the time … Continue reading →