In a video released to the Pentax Film Project’s YouTube channel, Product Planner Takeo Suzuki (TKO) goes into further details of the camera and offers insight into why these design choices were made.

They wanted to start their film camera project lineup with a camera that would be easy to use, affordable, and appeal to a younger generation of film photographers.

This all seems to align with what we’ve known for years now, regarding Pentax’s film camera plans and roadmap.

In 2022, Pentax and Ricoh released a video announcing their intention to create a range of brand new film cameras. In that video, Product Planner Takeo Suzuki said that Pentax’s plan was to start by developing a compact camera “affordable for young people,” followed by “a high end compact,” then an “SLR camera,” and finally a “fully mechanical SLR.”

Since then, public information on the project has been scarce, with only subtle hints and few official updates. Today’s announcement is the latest and most specific information that Pentax has yet released about what to expect from the first model in their new range of film cameras.

My Take on the New Pentax Film Camera

I’ve been positive about the news that Pentax would release a new film camera since I first heard about it a few years ago. I wrote my thoughts about it here, and they remain largely unchanged.

That a major camera manufacturer is jumping into film camera production post-2020 is a big deal for people who like film. The fact that they announced their intention to develop four new cameras is incredible, ensuring that eventually there will be a model type for every sort of photographer.

This first new camera doesn’t necessarily sound like my dream camera. But then again, this is all going according to plan, so far. Remember that Pentax said they’d make an affordable entry level camera for newcomers, and follow that up with the type of cameras I like best.

As far as a cheap half frame camera goes, they’re fine. Just not my favorite. It may be a slightly unfair comparison (in fact, it is, since I’ve not yet seen Pentax’s new camera myself) but I reviewed the Kodak / RETO Ektar H35, a compact and affordable half frame film point and shoot not long ago, and came away fairly unimpressed.

From the official Pentax info releases and conversations I’ve had elsewhere, I believe Pentax’s first new film camera will be quite a bit better than that (a better lens, more solid construction, not cheap and flimsy like the Kodak). I’m envisioning something more like an Olympus XA 2, except half frame. And that would be lovely indeed.

But just because, on paper, this first new film camera in Pentax’s Film Project may not be necessarily my dream camera, it’s still a new film camera from one of the most storied and respected bunch of people in the industry! This is huge news, super exciting, and I can’t wait to see what they’ve come up with.

And I also look forward to a future of Pentax film cameras, after this first half frame camera has made them some money and confirmed their suspicion that the film market is strong enough to warrant the investment in R&D that more “serious” cameras will demand.

At the end of the day, I can’t wait to get my hands on whatever camera Pentax creates. Stay tuned for that.

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In addition, MiNT has released the first public images of the new compact camera through a placeholder website where interested camera-nerds can put their name on a notification wait-list.

The new information comes from the latest update of MiNT’s blog, which has chronicled development of their instant cameras as well as this new 35mm film camera ever since it was announced as a project in March of 2023. In the blog post, MiNT’s founder Gary Ho sheds a bit of light onto what has thus far been a rather quiet campaign of camera creation.

“[…]the Mint_35mm project has been making promising progress. With each passing day, we are getting nearer to completion. The original Rollei 35 is renowned for its compactness and unique design, earning it a special place in the camera hall of fame. However…

1. 1. Not everyone can master the manual zone focus system as the focus can only be guessed.
   2. The flash can only be added as a separate accessory at the bottom of the camera, resulting in an ergonomically strange and aesthetically displeasing setup.
   3. Repairing these cameras is becoming increasingly challenging due to the scarcity of skilled technicians and parts. […]

We are about to change that.”

Further information was shared on the new name. It seems that MiNT has continued their collaborative partnership with the owner’s of Rollei’s trademark. Previously, MiNT had released their MiNT InstantFlex TL70 TLR-styled Instax instant film camera under the Rollei brand name, and it seems the theme will continue with the new 35mm film camera.

“It’s official. The name of this camera will be […] Rollei 35AF.

Yes, you read that right. We are thrilled to announce that Rollei has graciously granted us permission to use their logo. This collaboration marks an exciting step forward for all parties involved. The Rollei brand will undoubtedly increase awareness for this camera. After pouring our hearts and souls into this project, I really hope the Rollei 35AF becomes accessible to a broader audience.”

From earlier blog updates and conversation with MiNT, it’s known that the new Rollei 35AF is heavily-influenced by the design of the original Rollei 35, a super compact 35mm film camera which has a legendary status in the hearts and minds of photo nerds. The new Rolle 35AF from MiNT will feature a Lidar-based autofocus system and a built-in flash, and that the camera will cost somewhere between $650 and $800 USD.

The development of a new 35mm compact film camera is a wonderful thing indeed, and it comes at a time when Leica has just announced that they’ve sold more film cameras in the previous fiscal year than at any other period since 2015. It should also be noted that Pentax and Ricoh have recently announced their intention to develop and release a number of new film cameras in the coming years.

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I was able to shoot Phoenix 200 prior to the film’s unveiling. For those who’d like to read my full review of the newest color film on the market, along with sample photos and details on multiple scanning methods, see my review here.

There’s a lot to unpack in this seemingly simple product launch, so let’s dive in.

To start, the importance of Harman producing its first color film should not be under-estimated.

For years now, film photographers have relied almost entirely on a single manufacturer (Kodak) to produce all of the world’s color film. This has resulted in scarcity of many favorite color films, and continually rising prices. By entering the color film market, and by producing the film entirely in-house, Harman is signaling a desire to sustainably and affordably create color film now and into the future, to create an actual competitive market for color film. This is great news.

It’s also worth mentioning that producing color film, even compared with producing black-and-white film, is immensely difficult, as I learned when I toured the Kodak factory some years ago. The process from start to finish is incredibly complicated. It requires highly specialized facilities and smart, talented people to run them. If you’ve ever wondered why the film renaissance of the last decade has seen so many new black-and-white films released compared with an almost infinitesimally few number of new color films, this is why. It’s just really hard to make color film.

But Phoenix 200 exists. They did it, and it’s here. And what’s also worth noting is that it’s not just a vanity project, or a boutique film, a repackaged or rebranded film that already exists. It’s new, and it’s being made by one of the oldest and most respected names in film.

For legal purposes, Harman is not allowed to sell color film under their Ilford name. But the film is being made by the same people, at the same place. The folk at Harman have as long a history in the film production industry as anyone, and they want the medium to continue long into the foreseeable future.

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What Exactly is Phoenix 200, and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Phoenix 200 is a true 200 ISO color film that can be processed in normal C41 color processing chemicals (it can be developed anywhere that color film is developed). It is Harman’s first ever attempt at a color film, so it’s experimental in nature with some quirky characteristics, including strong, visible grain, high contrast, and unique colors. Halation occurs in backlit scenes (the Cinestill look), and coating anomalies are not uncommon.

It can be shot at 100 or 400 ISO, though Harman advises that getting exposure just right will yield the most consistent results.

The film is only currently available in 35mm, though Harman says that they’re evaluating the potential of color film in other formats, such as 120.

The film will be sold at “all good photo retailers around the world,” and Harman is targeting a retail price of $13.99 USD excluding tax, £12.99 GBP including VAT, and €15:49 Euro including tax, though these prices are guidelines and exact price may vary by retailer and country.

My Brief Thoughts on Phoenix 200

Along with my advance shipment of Phoenix 200, Harman’s Managing Director sent a letter. In it, he explains the way that Phoenix 200 was conceived, a bit about its development, and their hopes for this and other color films in the future. Notable in this letter is the idea that Phoenix 200 was a labor of love.

It was developed by a small team in a secret “skunk works” project which simply sought to learn whether or not Harman could, in fact, design, coat, and manufacture a brand new color film at their UK facility. They did it, and the resulting new film is described as “the beginning of an exciting new chapter[…]” and “a beacon of hope for the film community that is so heavily reliant on a single manufacturer for its color film.”

The letter goes on to state that the film is far from perfect, that Phoenix 200 is truly an experiment, even going so far as to acknowledge that the image characteristics of the film are wild and unexpected. Excitingly, the letter references Phoenix 200 as a starting point. “Sales from this film will allow us to further invest, refine, and improve our formulations, coating capabilities, and color technology. Our aim is that each new color film we produce will be an improvement on the previous.”

That Phoenix 200 exists at all is unexpected and exciting news for film shooters who wish for more variety in their choice of color film. What’s even more exciting than that is what might come next. ∎

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It was at Polacon, relaxing at a quiet corner table and taking a breather from mingling in the larger crowd when I met the dynamic duo, Chandler and Taylor Flanagan. Through our conversation we discovered that in addition to our mutual love of photography, we’re all Swifties and love getting lost in a good novel. I also learned that they’re the founders of the San Diego, California-based Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club.

Their tagline, “It’s about time for a camera club exclusively for female/non-binary humans” struck a chord with me. I think any effort to elevate and connect female/non-binary photographers in the community is a win we desperately need.

So, what better way to convince you to log off the computer, touch grass, and make some friends than to post an interview with two friends I made at a meet-up (who also happen to be the founders of a rad photography club)?

To the interview!

Let’s start by telling everyone a little bit about yourselves – How did you get started in photography?

T: My name is Taylor and I was born and raised in a little mountain town near Lake Tahoe, CA. I didn’t really get into photography until I met my wife. She encouraged me to take photos, even if they didn’t really align with what was thought of as conventionally beautiful at the time. I started with portrait photography at first and over time found my love for instant film and city-scape photography.

C: My name is Chandler and I was born and raised in the Inland Empire, CA. My love for photography flourished from childhood. My dad was big into photography and I was always fascinated with the entire process. I mostly shoot on film but dabble in digital as well. I love capturing moments in time and looking back on them.

What made you decide to start a club focused on in-person events as opposed to a Discord server or a feature page?

T: This came about mostly from attending other co-ed club events in the San Diego and Sacramento areas. We wanted to build a community and make new friends but also wanted a creative space to feel safe and welcoming for women and non-binary individuals.

C: After Covid, I felt myself in an artistic rut. I wanted to make art but had no drive to move forward, the photography community pulled me out of that. Just hanging around other artists really inspired me. When we moved to San Diego, we didn’t have much of an artistic community around us. The events we did find were mostly hosted by co-ed clubs and men made up the majority of attendees. We knew that there were women/non-binary photography lovers out there who perhaps didn’t feel seen or welcome in the current communities. We wanted to change that. Everyone deserves a space where they can connect and feel safe.

I have to ask (because I’m a fan), what was the inspiration for the mascot/club theme?

T: This actually came from our name: Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club. We thought, “Wouldn’t it be hilarious if we advertised with grannies doing very ungranny-like activities?” We wanted the club to come off as carefree and casual – What better way to do that than silly granny photo shoots?

C: Honestly, I loved the idea of “Rebel Grandmas.” Once we had the logo for the club ready to go I felt so inspired. In-person clubs sometimes feel like a competition and we wanted Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club to be the opposite of that. We wanted a silly/inviting/totally un-serious environment that people could feel relaxed in. After doing the first grandma shoot I was hooked. I would say these photo shoots have been the most entertaining and creative shoots I have ever done, and I don’t ever want to stop. As long as people are willing to dress up like grandmas, I will be willing to do the silly photo shoots.

How many meet-ups has the club had so far?

T: We’ve had two meet-ups so far and both have brought out amazing groups of women and people that were just happy to take photos and learn from one another while meeting new people in the process.

C: Both events were a smashing success and we’ve enjoyed meeting everyone who has joined.

I’ve seen you mention in posts that your events are introvert-friendly – can you tell me more about how that works?

T: We know it can be really intimidating going to a club event where you don’t know anyone and we’ve experienced it first-hand. You show up and everyone just hangs with the same group of friends they came with. We challenge our attendees to step out of their comfort zone and meet people through various icebreakers. We realize that chatting with people you don’t know can be a lot to take on, especially for those who are introverted, but we always keep the icebreakers short and simple.

C: I’m an introvert and hate going into large group settings where I don’t know anyone. I’m often deterred from going to meetups because I am so shy. I want people to come to our club and realize that everyone is scared/nervous and they’re not alone. We like to force people to get to know each other before meetups by having them answer small, seemingly insignificant questions about themselves. This helps get rid of the jitters and allows them to focus on making friends.

What are some challenges you’ve come across while organizing events?

T: I would say the most challenging part of organizing the events has been trying to stand out as a camera club. We want to defy convention, but we also know that people are used to camera clubs doing things like photo walks. We don’t want our meet-ups to always be the same activity but we don’t want people to think our club is boring either.

C: In my opinion, the most challenging part has been finding locations for the meetups. We’re just a tiny club with no funding. It’s hard to find a space to host when we can’t necessarily compensate for the space in return. However, the spaces we have been able to utilize have been incredible and we appreciate everything they’ve done for us.

What is one thing that surprised you or didn’t turn out as planned since starting the club?

T: One thing that didn’t really turn out as planned has been mini meet-ups in between our main meet-ups. We really want to foster a space where people can come together and hang out, do arts and crafts, or visit a museum. However, they haven’t had as big of a turnout as our main meet-ups, so we’re putting that idea on the back burner for now.

C: Our mini meetups! However, we may try those again when we have more experience planning our main events. We’re taking it one day at a time.

What is the long-term vision for the club?

T: We would love to see the club be known for being a fun, creative space to explore all that photography has to offer. We want women and non-binary individuals to come together and learn new techniques, teach alternative processes through workshops, take group trips to art museums, and just have fun creating art through photography without any pressure.

C: I want women/non-binary folk to feel welcome in the photography community. We make up such a huge part of the art form; however male photographers are always at the forefront. I hope the club can help change the narrative. Also, I would love it if other women would like to open their own chapters of the club in other states.

Huge shout-out to Taylor and Chandler for taking the time to interview with me. In addition to learning more about them and the origin of the club, I wanted to hear some real feedback from event attendees. So Taylor and Chandler were kind enough to put out the call to their club members. The responses were so overwhelmingly positive and unanimous, I decided to include them verbatim here:

“My partner and I felt immediately welcomed when we arrived at the NYGCC event at Balboa Park. It was so incredible to walk up to a group of womxn who were all there to support each other’s creativity. Chandler and Taylor are great at facilitating introductions and ensuring everyone feels safe and included. No matter what camera you have (or don’t have) or how long (or short) a time you’ve been into photography, you’re encouraged and supported. It’s not competitive—it’s collaborative. We had such a great time, learned some new photography techniques, and met some womxn we’ve stayed connected with. In fact, one of them is going to do family portraits of us and our dog soon!” –Kate 

“I’ve had the best time at the Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club meetups! The camaraderie is incredible and it’s been fun getting to know new people and all their different styles of photography. I feel very safe and comfortable at these meetups and am never nervous to go, which is huge for me. I think it’s really important to have safe spaces like this for us to be creative and not worry about anything else, and I’m really thankful for this club.” – Emily 

“Discovering a camera club focused on connection, inclusion, and the craft of photography felt impossible when I first moved to San Diego – until I stumbled upon Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club. The founders go above and beyond to ensure everyone experiences a warm, celebratory, and most importantly, safe environment at each meetup. Their thoughtful welcome strategy is vital. It levels the playing field for newcomers, making initial introductions far less intimidating and empowering individuals to attend even if they don’t know anyone. I can’t thank Chandler and Taylor enough for creating a space where talented women and non-binary folks can celebrate each other’s love for photography. These two are just getting started.” –Danielle 

“I really love how welcoming everyone is and we had the freedom to go out on our own, but also connect with each other in passing. NYGCC provides a safe space and I love the various types of cameras everyone brought, from paper cameras, disposables, and film. It widens the perspectives of different folks from all backgrounds. I love that about this club!” –Jacqueline

“Something that I didn’t expect when attending these events was the instant feeling of safety and comfortability! Every single person that I interacted with was truly a pleasure. The overall environment is very positive and uplifting. So happy NYGCC exists! “ –Jessica 

So, there you have it. If you want to connect with people who are into the same weird things you are, meetups are a great place to start!

If you’re a woman-identifying individual in the San Diego/SoCal area check out Not Your Grandma’s Camera Club’s next meetup on October 22nd, featuring a field trip to LA!

Not local to the San Diego area and still looking to have some fun? Search for meetup groups in your area. If there aren’t any meet-ups, groups, or clubs in your area, consider starting your own. Your loved ones will thank you for no longer lecturing them with riveting photography information.

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The full details of the press release are included here in this article. Briefly, here are the important bits.

Lomography 120 Film New Prices (in US Dollars)

Color Negative 100 ISO 3 Pack : was $34.90, NOW $24.90
Color Negative 400 ISO 3 Pack : was $34.90, NOW $24.90
Color Negative 800 ISO 3 Pack : was $39.90, NOW $27.90
Redscale XR 50–200 3 Pack : was $35.90, NOW $24.90
Potsdam Kino 100 ISO : was $10.90, NOW $6.90
LomoChrome Metropolis 2021 : was $12.90, NOW $11.90
LomoChrome Purple 2021 : was $13.90, NOW $11.90

Lomography’s film can be purchased from retailers such as B&H Photo (there may be a delay with price reductions as retailers roll out the change), or through Lomography’s own online shop.

In a time in which prices seem to be universally on the rise, including prices for film and cameras, it’s a relief to find some good news of price reductions.

If you’d like to learn more about Lomography’s film, you can find many of their films profiled here. And if you’re unsure of which medium format film camera is right for you, take a look at our many medium format camera reviews and buyer’s guides.

Lomo’s films, which in many cases offer visually unique images and a strong individual identity, are now competitively priced with more “normie” films like Ilford’s HP5, Kodak Portra, and Gold 200.

I’m pretty stoked whenever a company moves to keep film photography affordable and bring more people into the craft. This move by Lomo should encourage people to try medium format, even if they had previously thought the format prohibitively expensive.

For my part, I’m already scouring eBay for a new medium format film camera.

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I haven’t gotten my hands on a Polaroid I-2 quite yet. When I have, I’ll write up a comprehensive review. Until then, here’s the pertinent details of Polaroid’s newest camera, and some educated thoughts on the same.

The key features which make the Polaroid I-2 unique in the brand’s lineup are these :

The camera is an entirely new machine, developed in-house at Polaroid. It offers the full suite of user controls, including shutter, aperture, automatic, and full manual control. In addition, it has controls for exposure compensation, auto-focus (using Lidar), a built-in flash, and a fully informative viewfinder with pretty, orange LEDs, a new lens, and a price of $599.

First Impression

The new Polaroid I-2 looks amazing! It’s beautiful. I’m excited to use it and see if the promise of user controls, a nice lens, accurate auto-focus, and that lovely viewfinder add up to what should be (logically) the best Polaroid shooting experience available today.

I’ve reviewed almost every Polaroid camera that’s been released in the last fifty years, including the new, post-rebirth Polaroid cameras. I’ve enjoyed many of them and been frustrated by many others. Typically my frustrations stem from a lack of user controls, the unpredictability of the resulting images, and the cost of shooting Polaroid film when so many of the shots are wasted and useless (often a result of bad film). I’ve written whole articles about these frustrations.

With Polaroid’s new I-2, it seems that some of these frustrations may be assuaged. The added user controls will help. The fact that the camera is new (and not a crusty, old relic from 1980) will help. And that new lens will help.

But there’s a big red flag in Polaroid’s marketing material for their newest, fanciest camera. They’re still leaning into the imperfection angle. They write that the camera is “Made for the Imperfectionists.” That’s code for “Our film is still not great, and no matter what you try and no matter how much money you spend on a new camera, you’ll never make a perfect Polaroid image.”

Okay, fine. I’m not looking for perfection. I’ve written about that, too. I love imperfect photos. The problem, for me, is that Polaroid’s film isn’t just imperfect, it’s often simply poor.

Writing critical takes like these risks alienating the company’s communications team. I don’t want to do that. But I have to tell the truth. And the truth is that I want Polaroid to succeed. I want to love their cameras and film. I want to shoot it weekly, and share those positive experiences with my readers. But the sad reality is that every time I buy an eight pack of Polaroid film for $19, one or two of the photos come out undeveloped, or streaked. Two or three more have weird unforeseen color shifts, or they’re criminally soft, or they’re under-exposed.

It’s possible that this new camera will fix all of that.

But it’s an expensive camera, and I’m not convinced that it can deliver an instant photography experience that’s better than that of Fujifilm’s best Instax machine (besides larger images).

But that’s not the point of this article. We’ll save the full review and comparisons for when I test it. When that happens, you can read all about it here.

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