How To Use Lomography Cameras | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Learn the step-by-step process of loading and shooting with film cameras, including tips on preventing light leaks, double exposure, aperture settings, and focusing.

Key Insights

• 🎥 Loading a medium format camera requires pressing the film tightly to prevent light leaks and winding it to progress to the next frame.
• 💨 Double exposure occurs when photos are taken without winding the film.
• 🚄 The "N" and "B" options on a film camera control the shutter speed, allowing for varying exposure times.
• 🙂 The aperture setting determines the amount of light that enters the camera and can be adjusted based on lighting conditions.
• 🎥 Some film cameras have fixed apertures or light meters to control exposure automatically.
• 📸 ISO speed and flash can be used to compensate for low light conditions when the camera lacks aperture control.
• 🎥 Focusing on subjects with film cameras may require using distance markers instead of relying on a DSLR viewfinder.

Transcript

let's put our hands to work now we're going to load our medium format camera the Diana medium format film will give you 12 pictures versus the 35 mm film that give you 36 pictures first thing you want to do is just to open your camera you will find that you have an empty spool on the right what we want to do is move the film from left to right so t... Read More

Questions & Answers

Q: How do I prevent light leaks when loading a medium format camera?

To prevent light leaks, always press the film tightly with your fingers while loading it into the camera. Ensure the camera is fully sealed and inspect for any light leaks.

Q: How does double exposure occur in film photography?

Double exposure happens when you take two or more photos without winding the film in between. This results in two images layered on top of each other, creating a unique effect.

Q: What does the "N" and "B" options on a film camera mean?

"N" stands for natural, where the shutter speed is set for daytime shooting with ample light. "B" stands for bulb, allowing for long exposures by keeping the shutter open as long as desired.

Q: How do I focus on a subject using a film camera without a DSLR viewfinder?

Without a DSLR viewfinder, you must rely on the distance markers on the camera. Set the focus according to the distance between you and the subject, using the meter markings on the camera as a guide.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• To load a medium format camera, move the film from one spool to another while pressing it tightly to avoid light leaks.

• Check that the camera is sealed and free of light leaks by inspecting the back window, which shows the picture number.

• Wind the film after each shot to progress to the next number and prevent double exposures.