Do you develop your own film? If youre just starting out you could probably get an old entry level dslr and a stock lense pretty cheap to teach yourself what all the settings do on a film camera

[–] moseschrute@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

I picked up a Nikon FM2 with 50mm lens recently. I thought about shooting black and white, but I love color too much. I’m currently shooting Cinestill 800t. Next up is Kodak Gold 200, then maybe I’ll try Porta 400. Kinda just exploring film stocks to see what I like. Seems most of the cost comes from developing, so I’m not too stressed about the higher end film. I might still try black and white, but mostly to learn how developing the film + scanning works. If all goes well, I might get into medium format in a few years.

I’m very fortunate to have a good job. These types of purchases feel like I’m investing in learning the art of film. But I’ll keep shooting digital too to balance the budget.

Edit: I haven’t looked up with film stocks cost more to develop, so I may regret the more expansive film

[–] manuallybreathing@lemmy.ml 3 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Enjoy yourself! I've never wanted to spend the coin to develop film, but I do have a cheap 35mm point and shoot, it's nice but I'd still rather be able to shoot 2500 photos in an afternoon haha

[–] moseschrute@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

That’s the other thing is going through 2500 photos stresses me out lol. I’m excited to embrace the creative constraint. Btw, I’d love to see a photo you’ve taken if you’re willing to share!

[–] MonkeMischief@lemmy.today 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Maybe a local university will let you use their dark room on the cheap? :D

[–] moseschrute@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

That’s not a bad idea. I’m guessing they are more equipped to develop color film. Honestly I’d been be open to taking a college class on film if that class exists near me. I think education is worth investing in.