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How I Shot a 16mm Anamorphic Short Film on Motion Picture Film (The Lonely Photographer)
If you need help creating a short film on 16mm celluloid, you are in the right place.
calebknueven
Feb 35 min read


One Sheet of Aerochrome: The Hunt for the Perfect Infrared Large Format Shot 🎞️🌵
This blog documents my long-awaited quest to finally shoot Kodak Aerochrome, the legendary false-positive infrared film that turns living landscapes into surreal pink dreamscapes. From the history of Aerochrome to filter experiments and chasing the perfect shot in Yosemite, it’s a deep dive into why this rare infrared film stock feels more like a photographic event than just another roll of film—and why the hunt is half the magic.
calebknueven
Jan 293 min read


🎞️ Nikon 35Ti Review: Luxury Point & Shoot or Overhyped Legend?
A real-world Nikon 35Ti review from Austin, Texas. Titanium body, matrix metering, premium features, and Unknown rangefinder vibes.
calebknueven
Jan 284 min read


Don’t Sleep on Portra 160 — Shot on a Leica M6 and Mamiya 7
A real-world Kodak Portra 160 review shot across Texas on a Leica M6 and Mamiya 7. Latitude, skin tones, pushing film, and why Portra 160 is underrated.
calebknueven
Jan 274 min read


Panoramic Film Photography in Texas 📸: Finding My Panoramic Mojo with the Mamiya 7
Shooting panoramic film photography in Texas with the Mamiya 7 completely changed how I see wide format film. What once felt like a gimmick became a powerful storytelling tool, using scale, context, and composition to guide the viewer’s eye. In this post, I explore panoramic photography, wide aspect ratios, and narrative film photography through abandoned landscapes, small towns, and open Texas roads. If you’re interested in panoramic film, the Mamiya 7, wide format photograp
calebknueven
Jan 233 min read


5 Years With the Mamiya 7: Why This Medium Format Rangefinder Is My Ride or Die
This in-depth Mamiya 7 review looks at what it’s like using one of the most iconic medium format rangefinder cameras after five years of real-world shooting. From image quality and lens performance to portability, reliability, and price in 2025, this blog explores why the Mamiya 7 remains a dream camera for film photographers—and whether it still deserves its legendary status.
calebknueven
Jan 215 min read


NEW Color Film in 2026: OptiColor 200 Film Photography Review 🎞️
A quick and easy joint around Chinatown with a new color film, OptiColor 200
calebknueven
Jan 153 min read


Kodak Gold Film Review: 35mm vs 120 📸✨ Which Format Wins?
Roaming around Texas trying to find the Difference in Kodak Gold in 35mm and 120
calebknueven
Jan 133 min read


Shooting The Hasselblad 907x + CFV 100C in Unique Ways!
Hassy Vintage Meets 100 Megapixels: My Nevada Adventure 🌵 A few months ago, I got my hands on one of the most unique cameras in the market : the Hasselblad 907x paired with the CFV 100C digital back . This little beast traveled with me across London, handling every situation I threw at it. Small, lightweight, and stupidly sharp , it quickly became my road-trip companion. But as much as I loved the 907x’s portability, I suspected it could transform in ways beyond what meets t
calebknueven
Jan 124 min read


The Complete Phoenix Film Review: Harman's Revolutionary New Color Film for 35mm and Medium Format
Introduction: A New Player in the Color Film Game The film photography world just got a massive shake-up, and I'm here for it. After...
calebknueven
Aug 28, 20256 min read


Inside Kodak Factory: The Ultimate Film Photography Pilgrimage
My Dream Kodak Factory Tour Finally Happened Sometimes life decides to toss you a healthy looking bone. At the beginning of 2024, my...
calebknueven
Aug 21, 20254 min read


The Yashuhara T981: An Unknown Rangefinder
When it comes to rangefinder cameras and film photography , most enthusiasts immediately think of the legendary brands: Leica,...
calebknueven
Aug 14, 20254 min read


Yashica T3 Review: The Underrated 35mm Compact Film Camera That Surprised Me
If you're deep into 35mm film photography, you've definitely heard whispers (or full-on shouts) about the Yashica T4. But what about its...
calebknueven
Aug 7, 20253 min read


The Ultimate Guide to the Best Cheap Color Film: Kodak 35mm Film Comparison
The Full Comparison Years ago, I conceived this wild idea to test out all the consumer budget-friendly best cheap color film options on...
calebknueven
Jul 30, 20254 min read


Cheap Canon Film Camera, BIG RESULTS!
Introduction: Film Photography Doesn't Have to Break the Bank So the words "cheap" and "film photography" don't necessarily always go...
calebknueven
Sep 26, 20246 min read


Nikon FA ~ Best Film SLR Camera
The Nikon FA seems to be a sleeper camera in the film community ... At least for now! With this being the first camera to have matrix...
calebknueven
Mar 1, 20241 min read


Mama Mia ~ All those Mamiya 7 Lenses
Welcome to the world of Mamiya 7 Glass! The Mamiya 7 is one of my favorite cameras in the entire world!!!! Today I test the the 43mm,...
calebknueven
Feb 27, 20241 min read


The Difference in 35mm vs Medium Format
So, in my exploration of 35mm versus medium format film photography, I initially had some misconceptions. I used a Pentax 67 and Canon...
calebknueven
Feb 23, 20241 min read
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