Film Photography Spawned Digital

Written By Chouhab on lundi 26 janvier 2009 | 07:37

By Yars Revenga

Photography has developed rapidly over the years with equipment and film working in tandem to pioneer new methods of taking pictures.

35mm cameras use 35mm film which is both suitable for still photography and motion pictures. The 35mm camera was unveiled to consumers in 1934 and reached huge popularity by the late 1960s.

The typical number of exposures on a roll of 35mm film is 36. However, the number of exposures can vary depending on the needs of the photography and cost constraints. Disposable cameras can be found in 6, 8, 10, or 15 exposure quantities.

The American Tourist Multiple was first introduced in 1913. It was very expensive for the average consumer. In 1925, the 35mm Leica was released and created a boon for photography hobbyists and enthusiasts across the globe.

The Germans produced the 35mm Leica which took the world by storm. It has since taken over the world of photography as the standard in cameras. Outfitted with a superior lens in addition to its compact size, it's no wonder the 35mm Leica has its world class reputation.

Film cartridges were not introduced until 1934, when the Kodak Company released the Kodak Retina. The Kodak Retina was manufactured in Germany. In 1960, photography would take another industrial leap the Single Lens Reflex camera (SLR).

A new technology hit the photography scene in the form of Single Lens Reflex. This type of camera created a much friendlier user experience by providing a viewfinder and preview screen. The SLR cameras advance the film via motor freeing you from manually forwarding your film.

Digital SLRs are currently on the evolutionary crest of cameras. Will they ever compare to film is a question that many photography enthusiasts ponder. The digital SLR appears to have secured its place in the foreseeable future of photography.

Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji and Ilford are the leaders of the camera making world. These visionaries have all contributed to the evolution of photography and will undoubtedly be a part of future advancements. The traditional 35mm film camera will never be forgotten and has played an integral role in the popularization of photography on all levels.

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