The choice of film for the camera should be based on its characteristics and the result that the photographer wants to get. Before buying a film, you need to know exactly what and how you will shoot, otherwise you risk being disappointed in the purchase.
Instructions
Step 1
To get started, study several options, then it will be easier for you to figure out what exactly does not work. It is only through trial and error that you can figure out which film will suit your shooting style and add flavor to your photos.
Step 2
If you are an amateur photographer, it is best not to choose professional film. The amateur version is more versatile, it is difficult to miss and make serious mistakes with it. Film "for everyone" has a larger photo width and lower resolution.
Step 3
Films are distinguished by the number of frames. Cassettes for 36 frames are very popular. But if we are talking about a couple of photographs and the speed of their execution, it is better to take a shorter film - 12 or 24 frames long.
Step 4
Among other things, when choosing a film, you should consider how it will manifest itself. If at home, it is advisable to choose a proven film and development combination that will give good results on a home enlarger. In the laboratory version, there is a risk that the quality of the images will be lame.
Step 5
The quality of the film, and therefore the final result, depends on its manufacturer. The main differences between the film are in the color scheme of the finished image. For example, when shooting with Kodak film, colors are brighter. Konica is blue and Fuji is green.
Step 6
When buying a film, you need to clearly understand what the result will be. Perhaps it will be a print or a slide, or maybe a color or black and white photograph, a large photo or an amateur photo in an album. There are a lot of options, and each has its own type of photography tool. If you want ordinary photographs that will not be intended for the general public, you should shoot on a 35mm color negative. It is used in most cases, getting great photos and not wasting time on complicated photography techniques. For larger photographs, choose a film format larger than 35 mm, for example 60 mm.
Step 7
Another characteristic of photographic film is its sensitivity, which is measured in ISO units. For amateurs, a sensitivity of 100, 200 or 400 ISO is suitable. The higher these units are, the shorter the shutter speed should be. So, for example, if you will be shooting in places where the flash cannot be used, choose the highest ISO setting.
