![]() ![]() You need to think about when what, and where you’ll be shooting. You’ll need a longer shutter speed to get the same exposure as a high ASA film. These low-speed films work best in daylight for a smooth, fine grain, but can struggle if the light isn’t perfect. A higher film speed will allow you to take better photos indoors or in low lighting, but you might get a more grainy image as a result.Ī low ISO indicates a slower film speed. This refers to the sensitivity of the film to light. You’ll probably see an ASA on the packaging of your film, such as 200, 400, or 800. Next is to think about your desired aesthetic (that’s where our comparison below comes in). You’ll want to think primarily about the film speed (indoors vs outdoor photography). There are a couple of primary factors to consider when selecting a good 35mm film. Things to Consider When Choosing a Film Stock Slide film can sometimes be harder to get your hands on, and not all photography shops and centers can develop this film. The advantage of using slide film is that you will see the image you captured just like a normal photograph. Without a doubt, slide film is the most expensive type of film around. See also our article on How To Develop Film at Home here. Furthermore, you can very easily develop black and white film at home. If you just love shooting black and white photos, you’ll be pleased to hear that black and white film isn’t expensive and it’s easy to get hold of. Most photography centers can develop color-negative (C-41) prints for you at a reasonable cost. When you take a photo with color negative film, you’ll see the image in inverted colors. This film is what you’re probably most familiar with, and it’s also the most easily available today. ![]() The main “branches” of the film are as below: Color Negative Film Within each type of film there are further differences in the speed, aesthetic (think Instagram filters), and also in how each type of film is developed.
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