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Vintage camera repairers, mostly older and nearing retirement, are facing a future where their skills may be lost as fewer new technicians enter the field, raising concerns about the preservation of film camera repair expertise. Younger repairmen like Daniel Ward are optimistic about technological solutions like 3D printing to address parts shortages, and some believe film photography will persist even as digital fades.
Kodak, despite experiencing a resurgence in film photography driven by Gen Z's nostalgia and desire for tangible, aesthetic images, faces significant financial difficulties, including a net loss and debt concerns, threatening its future viability.
In the last five years, the photography industry has witnessed significant changes, including the rise of mirrorless cameras with their smaller size, technological advancements, and adaptability. Film photography has also made a comeback, driven by a desire for a more intentional and tactile process. These trends reflect a nostalgia for the craft's roots and a counterbalance to the fast-paced, technology-driven modern photography landscape.
Kodak is bringing back its iconic Super 8 camera with a modern digital twist. The new Kodak Super 8 features a 4-inch LCD display, digital menu, and an SD card slot for audio, making it a hybrid digital film camera. It aims to combine the magic of analog filmmaking with modern convenience, offering features like aspect ratio overlays and onboard audio recording. The camera uses Kodak Super 8 film cartridges and will be available for purchase at a price of $5,495.
Kodak is set to release its Super 8 film camera, which was first announced in 2016, with limited quantities available in the US on December 4th. The camera will cost $5,495, significantly higher than the initially projected price range of $400 to $750. Despite the high price tag, the camera offers modern features such as a four-inch LCD viewfinder, detachable lenses, and a microSD card for audio recording. Interested customers can sign up for more details, but should be aware that shooting on film can be costly, with one cartridge only capturing about two and a half minutes of footage.
Caffenol is a DIY film development technique that uses coffee as a developing agent and vitamin C as an accelerator. It is cheap, environmentally friendly, and easy to make. The basic recipe consists of coffee, vitamin C, and washing soda. A separate fixer is also needed, which can be made using sodium thiosulfate. Caffenol allows for creative control over the final image and can generate high-fidelity photographs on a budget.