Analog Playground
It’s holiday season and as a devoted shutterbug, all I can think of is cameras.
Most of my cameras have been thrifted, which can be great fun. My rule to myself is simple, I may plan to resale this camera, but I get to play with it first!
I have sold a fair number of cameras, and just recently sold 2 camera bundles. Both cameras and lens where well ‘tested’ by me before being listed.
I personally think that this is a great strategy for anyone who loves analog photography, you not only learn more about the different cameras that where released, but how they function. This essentially opens up your world to so many camera types and techniques, especially as the surge of interest in film photography and 3D printers, we are seeing the resurgence of ‘obsolete’ cameras!
One model type that is finding a rebirth is the cartridge film camera. All those old 110 cameras are now starting to vanish off shelves at a fast rate. From the simple to the more elaborate models are getting new life with new options from Lomography and other analog film resurrectionist. We are even seeing the 110 films chunkier cousin, the 126-film camera, making a comeback.
If you’ve been in a thrift store, you’ve probably seen the old blocky kodaks. Well, let me tell you, some of those cameras have surprisingly good lenses, and function. What was once an obsolete model has found new life, with the emergence of adapters that make it possible to use 35mm film with these cameras. No pricy, bulky mods, but simple cartridges or the spool adapters option that make it almost plug and play.
Right now, is the time to experiment with new options and old tech, at really good prices. As autumn fades into winter and flashes of color change to dynamic lines, and holiday joy spreads, it’s time to play folks, tis the season.
