Cheap 35mm Film Camera Challenge - $5

[@MontellFishMusic]

this might inspire me to start shooting film lol.

[@Donara8706]

Do it!!!

[@HassahFiddySeven]

Montell! Love your music ☺️ I follow you on Twitter. I’m a digital artist in south FL. I’d love the chance to work with you sometime!

[@brandonsaulphoto]

Yooo! Didn't know you watched Willem! Great music man :)

[@loliverde9955]

Just do it, don't think about it. You won't regret

[@Zoe-pp2wj]

go for it ! :) i just read a cool article on lomography website about importance of analog for the well-being.

[@marcoserivas]

Feels like Willem woke up in that one Spongebob episode when everyone in the town disappeared

[@WillemVerb]

HAHAH thats the entire Jersey Shore the second it drops below 70

[@marcoserivas]

@@WillemVerb that definitely adds a lot to the mood & story of the photos, it’s awesome!

[@wanyearobinson]

those $5 or less finds really are gems. I love how as film photographers, we can be so versatile when it comes to using what we can find. I've been finding all kinds of $5 deals and it feels better than the $500+ setup I use.

[@alexisj1626]

Your photos always make me feel like I’m there walking through the neighborhood, listening to music, cold, but always makes me feel like I’m vibin.

[@laurabrown4675]

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[@uRenegadeHD]

That music at 2:50 you already know Willem's gonna show some bangers 🔥

[@WillemVerb]

had to go for a throwback

[@theintuitivecounselor]

Whays the song name? I really dig it.

[@uRenegadeHD]

@@theintuitivecounselor SiNY - Orange

[@TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel]

When the roll of film costs twice as much as the camera 😂

[@Geballister]

Watch the Olympus Zoom 2k rocket up in price after this video 😂😂😂

[@practicalimagination0909]

Not if you used expired film.

[@bobselektor]

@@practicalimagination0909 sometimes the price of expired film is higher than fresh rolls

[@practicalimagination0909]

@@bobselektor what kind of expired film are you looking at?

[@maxrownes7914]

@@bobselektor Maybe some antique 1960s film, but other than that I was able to pick up 19 rolls of Agfa 200 the expired in 2005 for around £30

[@stonkshd8421]

Willem shooting during sunsets : "I've looked at it for hours, it's beautiful "

[@CamileMei]

I just loaded my parents' old 35mm Canon camera and started binge watching your videos. So cool to see that you can find beauty in such simple things. I got a lot of inspiration! Now I can't wait to go somewhere and start my film camera journey.

[@arthurcoppens_]

3:36 I would have loved to snap a picture of that beautiful bird formation interacting with the cables and phone lines!

[@stonkshd8421]

The fact that he didn't capture that disturbed me a bit

[@Nekojitablog]

Thanks for this!

[@Sr.Nadiemebusca]

FUAAAA, desde hace unos meses empecé a ver mas videos de este tipo gracias a tu canal secundario y de verdad me esta ayudando un monto en mis fotografías

[@laurabrown4675]

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[@alysimone]

Step 1: find an aesthetic town/city to take pictures in.

[@johannesf1887]

step 2: go out and make the best out of your situation ;)

[@Ali-oh6wh]

@@johannesf1887 foreal

[@Ali-oh6wh]

Nah man just appreciate what you have

[@ZombieRofl]

Good luck finding that in Europe...

[@perfectflux2993]

@@ZombieRofl What do you mean dude? Europe is famous for it's classical architecture and cities. Pretty sure you can find plenty of inspiration for your pictures lol

[@ianvalerio_]

It's all about the film, the lighting, and the comp that makes a great photo. Great video man! Always love to watch your 35mm film videos.

[@MehranMoin]

The flock of migrating birds on upper left side of the frame at 3:35 adds so much more magic to all of these beautiful shots he's taking ❤️ Love your work, Willem!! Keep it up.

[@dontbesenti3415]

the camera quality is way better than my phone's quality

[@iamr8262]

Babe wake up...Willem finally dropped a new vid.

[@WillemVerb]

Babe: "you woke me up for WHAT?"

[@VinayakChauhan3]

2:51 You know that when the music changes, its Willem Time! :O

[@RyanNgFilms]

Idk if it's just me, but looking at it just on KZbin, there is no difference between the huge medium format cameras and this $5 35mm camera. Just goes to show the importance of the person holding the camera rather than the camera itself.

[@daily_pocket_review]

There’s a difference in person, you can see the grain a lot more in the 35mm vs 120 (same film). But for social media, KZbin etc the difference won’t be as noticeable. For making prints and books etc the extra detail on 120 is nice.

[@ignaciopaulineg.4859]

I want to grow by exploring, appreciating and treasuring all the moments of my life. I badly want to have an film camera but as of now, my parents won't allow me because its too expensive. Its so nice to look back and remember how we choose to fight and be happy in life. Film camera will always have special place in my heart. God bless you more for allowing everyone to be happy and pursuing their pasion.

[@jesusisapisces]

A film camera isn't expensive. And having an expensive camera isn't going to automatically make your photos any better than it would on a cheap camera. Buy a disposable or a pre owned film camera from eBay or something, and work from there.

[@ignaciopaulineg.4859]

@@jesusisapisces someone gave me a film camera but i don't know what battery should i use

[@jesusisapisces]

@@ignaciopaulineg.4859 look up the make of the camera online and search for its manual. It should say on there. If not, you could consider going to a shop where they sell film cameras and asking them. They most probably know.

[@sesa2984]

I just found one of these that belonged to my Grandmother at my Mom’s house. At first I thought it might be one of those valuable Olympus’s, but I’m kinds glad its not, because I will feel good about it being a running around on vacation camera. My Grandma lived to be 103 up until last year, and what’s cool about her camera bag is that I’m sure it was the one that belonged to her first camera because its an OLD tan canvas Kodak bag, and in it she has the manual to every camera she ever owned because she probably just kept replacing the camer and nothing else. There were also some handwritten notes about how to use it/settings. 3 rolls of unused Kodak Gold 200 that I’m not sure the age of but could be 90s or EARLY 200s. They had a Mar 2016 date on them. I think theyre unused because the tails are still hanging out of them. But best of all is that there was a roll still in the chamber, so I gotta get some batteries and see if there’s a few clicks left, finish the roll and find out if theres some treasure of a time capsule on there! I recently started devouring camera content on here and ordered my first real camera off ebay since a college photo class with my Dads old K1000. (Its Bell and Howell Dial 35 from the 60s) I am super psyched to try it. Being that it is a half frame I was a little worried that on our camping trips I wouldnt be able to easily switch over to a more night-friendly film to get campfire photos since 72 pictures is alot to casually go through! So the olympus can be my night camera. Problem solved. I was just so tired of taking pictures on my phone (and then losing them all with said phone every two years) and I wanted to take real photos again. I feel robbed that I didn’t get enough time with a technology that fascinated me as a kid. It didn’t occer to me however until after I ordered the phone that in order to stop using my phone as a camera…I bought a camer that looks like a phone! 😂 Cheers. Subscribed. Grainydays sent me.

[@ramihara7500]

Love the honesty and realness of this video. Under the right circumstance point and shoots are more than enough to take beautiful pictures. It's not the gear but the way you use it.

[@pushingfilm]

Lessons learnt: 1- Use Portra in point & shoot 2- Be Willem Verbeek 😅

[@TheShahed97]

03:44 - was anyone hoping Willem caught the birds O_o

[@romanspataro1688]

mans an amateur

[@demonic6042]

I think if he had it would have interrupted the photo (talking about the ones on the line)

[@netii126]

This was actually my first own camera as a kid. My parents gave it to me after they bought their first digital point and shoot. Still have it and now I think I should give it a go again :D

[@robertknight4672]

Did you ever mess up a few pictures withbecause you blocked the flash by accident. If I had ever owned a point and shoot with the flash on the right that seems like something I would do.

[@FlavorWorld]

AHHH ive had that exact camera for years. hearing the noises gave me chills

[@bobsykes]

I love when you're shooting at the Jersey Shore, where I spent time every summer when I grew up. Merry Christmas, Willem!

[@WillemVerb]

Its a very nostalgic place for me as well! Thanks :)

[@javimartinez1595]

"at the end of the day what really matters is the film you use" the lens of the point and shoot is as important if not even more than the film imo

[@WillemVerb]

You're definitely right but sometimes I think the Zeiss lenses on point and shoots can get overhyped and definitely aren't necessary for good looking photos.

[@_buttertigers]

@@WillemVerb totally agree with this. I've owned a cheap canon point and shoot and a yashica t5 at the same time. the Yashica is definitely sharper and focuses better, but it's not $400 dollars better.

[@brookeaustell]

All of your shoots seem so simple but I could stare at these photos for hours. The pool shot is so good

[@WesleyVerhoevePhotography]

gotta love original boxes!

[@AwesomeCameras]

I also love that original price tag of $200!

[@WesleyVerhoevePhotography]

@@AwesomeCameras 100%

[@oddgirlsophie]

I absolutely love this camera I got it for 5 dollars about a year and a half ago and it’s so perfect for on the go photos

[@temoramishvili2289]

I have not seen this camera on any site for $ 5,Where can I buy it?

[@demetrio3d239]

I love these "Increase the price camera challenge".

[@KemiiLou]

I really like your pictures, they have a nostalgic feeling and take me somewhere else, to a more simple and easier time :)

[@gianlucadelgadopires2882]

I have never used a point and shoot camera like this and now I want to test it!!!! Thanks Willem :)

[@robertknight4672]

That's the most interesting point and shoot camera I've seen. Locating the flash where most people grip the camera is a very odd manufacturing decision.

[@zachpeabody]

At about 3:37 - 3:40 I swore the birds took the shape of a Pilot Whale. Great video @Willem

[@markradix3014]

Been having trouble getting inspiration lately always get a fresh feeling watching your videos

[@rich3827]

bought this same camera for 20$ in 2019. Absolute beast of a camera tbh!

[@RichMaciverPhoto]

Woh, the results are amazing!!

[@WillemVerb]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Mr.Hatman]

3:51 is my favorite, something about it is so surreal

[@shawnbarry5553]

Seaside is a great lil town in the winter. Cool boardwalk shots with the winter light through some light flurry clouds. Inwas shooting there and Jenk's the other day myself.

[@forgettheorder5526]

I actually have this camera! I found it randomly in my aunts house. You can’t find videos of this camera really. So really cool to see that willem did this!

[@ashleyposthuma9368]

It's so perfect that you just posted this video! My grandma gave me this camera a few months ago and haven't used it yet, now I'm inspired to put it to use!

[@MemeZero14]

This whole channel inspired me to start shooting film! A whole different feelings towards Digital. Im glad i follow this fella. Gave my passion and hobby a whole different meaning. Thanks Willem!

[@caraa1459]

i'm literally obsessed with these photos

[@frederikvanreusel]

film looks like it just always looks good, love the effect that film gives compared to digital. Started shooting my first roll of film yesterday on my Nikon F100, and did some shots on it today too, I haven't seen to photos yet, but it is soo much more fun to shoot than digital actually. I actually enjoy shooting it much more because it forces you to think more about composition, exposure etc

[@huntercreatesthings]

Lowering the barrier to entry for film photography is huge! Love this example of gear < photographer.

[@AlisterMalcolm]

I made a video of me ranting about how the camera body barely ever matters, its all about the mind of the photographer. But I dont like ranty style videos so after shooting and editing it I binned it. But this is just a perfect physical example of that point, great video!

[@ehababdelkarim5186]

Good timing, the olympus mju price is getting absurd where I come from just due to hype

[@javimartinez1595]

the shots by the shore are stunning

[@WillemVerb]

Thank you!

[@AndrewLowphoto]

This video really shows how its not the camera that takes the photos or makes them, its the photographer, these are mad bro.

[@mattdayphoto]

📈📈📈📈📈📈📈📈

[@_Rapturous_]

lol for real hahahah

[@andrewmalynowsky5454]

Great compositions and colours! Really like how you stayed at the 1st spot to get multiple angles of the golden hues from the house, I usually just shoot the 'best angle' and move on

[@ajphelps16]

Willem your videos have taught me so much man.just wanna say I appreciate you

[@guillermo_agudo]

This video is from 6 months ago but you are an inspiration for me now that I bought a Kodak VR35 R2, let's see how my first film goes

[@nopunintended5096]

These are my favorite photos of yours so far. Such beautiful light and scenes, especially at 3:41. Shows that not the equipment (for that kind of shots) is not the important part.

[@deIcorazon]

your videos inspire me so much and i’ve never been more excited to start doing something before, tysm!!!

[@natalienicole78]

so glad i found your channel! i just got a few SLR cameras and lenses for a steal and am probably going to go back and snag some of the point and shoots.

[@joe_tographer]

Found an Olympus SuperZoom 800 at my local Goodwill, had to clean out some battery corrosion but I honestly love it

[@WillemVerb]

I had to do the same, part of the price i guess haha

[@_Rapturous_]

I have a Pentax Espio 70 and that camera always helps me get out of a creative funk or just back into shooting again. Just put some film in and go and have some fun!!!

[@mayank2564]

this place gives such a chill vibe

[@timma8221]

This video really gets me thinking. I am not a person who has the idea of a high price camera could make u take better photos, but still I invest into a Mamiya 645 super with basically all my little savings after watching u reviewing it. However, after shooting 135 and 120 films for about half a year, these things really gets me into a financial crisis. And because I don't have a digital camera, so I need to stick to film photography to fulfill my desire of taking pictures and practicing it. So I decided to sell my Mamiya 645 and I am going to buy a Ricoh GR iii, because of its convenience and aps-c(big sensor lol and 28mm cause I enjoy shooting in the street a lot). And GR iii isn't cheap by any means, it even gonna needs me to add a little more money once I sell my Mamiya 645 in a reasonable price. Then, your video kicks in just now. That makes me thinking, maybe I just know that expensive equipment won't make u take better photos, but I never truly felt that way within my heart. I was still convincing myself about how GR iii is suiting my workflow yesterday, but this video really crushed that idea. It also reminds me the experience of shooting with my friends' old CCD camera, I was also happy shooting with it, it's handful, I like the experience and I did take decent photos with it, THAT'S ENOUGH! And the money I save up for the Mamiya/GR iii, I really shouldn't have put it all in for a camera, it won't evaluate you(as I am still a beginner), there are so many better ways for that money to go where it could hopefully create much more value as I am still young and about to graduate from college. Thank you Willem, you took me into photography half years ago, you've given resources for me to study to learn, given out precious ideas and philosophy about photography, I am truly grateful. Hope your channel grows bigger in the up coming 2021, all the best to you and Merry Christmas. :)

[@WillemVerb]

Thats absolutely an interesting conversation! I think people who have never shot a roll of film in their life can be easily discouraged by prices of cameras, which is why I made this video. Having gear that you enjoy using certainly is also important in the long run though. Regardless, digital is equally valuable. If you are discouraged every time you go shoot because you're worried about the financials of film and the developing cost then a Ricoh definitely sounds like the way to go! It's all about trying to create as little resistance as possible

[@timma8221]

@@WillemVerb Haha yeah for sure, it gotta be a camera that you enjoy picking up and shoot. Gr iii is not for me by now haha because of the price, might consider something cheaper but also suitable for me to use ofc.

[@felipechaves1801]

​@@timma8221 I'm also flirting with Ricoh GRi, Grii and GRiii but we all know how much it cost. I do have quite a few analogs cameras such Yashica Mat 124g, and others 35mm cameras, and it does bring a cost of shooting. Maybe trying to equalize this costs with our budget is the only way. Selling prints seems something that could help, I just started, made 2 sells that actually helped. I'm sure that when I managed to get my Ricoh Gr I'll still feel the need for shooting film. By the way Tim Ma, Do you know Tim Maia?? One of the best Brazilian Singers of all time, hope you like it! =D Cheers mates, thanks for your video Willem I really dig them. @chaaaves

[@timma8221]

@@felipechaves1801 For me, I have a Canon A1 for my main 135 film camera and a Pentax Espio 838 p&s. And I am just starting out, learning to take beautiful pics haha, but it could be an option once I feel I ready to make or even sell some prints, thx for the advice! And now, for a digital camera, I am considering X100T, I think it has a lot of value in this day with that second hand price. I never heard of Tim Maia, but now I know, will listen to his song now haha, Obrigado. (My Brazilian friend who plays football with me taught me that XD) "Ma" is actually my real family name in Chinese.

[@felipechaves1801]

​@@timma8221 谢意 (I google it, sorry if it's wrong) I hope you like Tim Maia haha. My "best" 135 camera is a Minolta 7s very good and though one. But lately I'm addicted to my point & shoot Canon Sure Shot 130u II (it has different names on Europe and Japan) It's a very cheap underrated camera but very good, I recommend buying it before it falls into the KZbinrs reviews and make them famous haha.

[@radicaleyemag]

sniping bangers on that beach again 🔥

[@WillemVerb]

Fave place to snipe

[@borronachoproductions6865]

This was my first film camera when I started. My mother told me she originally bought the camera for $60-70 new

[@WillemVerb]

Interesting! The original price on this one said $200

[@user-mo9qq4ly8p]

Does it have flash

[@adinamusrepova1447]

@@user-mo9qq4ly8p it does!

[@brineb58]

Great video, I grew up with my family owning houses down the shore, don't recognize what part you were in but it's almost universal!!!

[@Neeintje]

I love these videos sm 💗 it’s so satisfying to see the video of it and then the film photo right after it

[@rachelan1]

i’ve been contemplating buying a film camera since i’m new to film but after watching this i’m about to click confirm right this second

[@bisousbe]

me watching willem got this fullbox camera for $5 as im staring at it on eBay for $200 =)))

[@fernnkay9018]

it's so true when they say "it's not about how expensive the camera is, it's about how you feel when you take it"

[@romanausaurusrex]

You have no idea how inspiring this video has been, thank you !!

[@kodijosiah14]

Sick video, and good job on the shoulder check @ 2:49 good sir

[@gustavocharpinel312]

man i simply love your videos

[@geminibornpoet]

Happy New years to you as well 🖤

[@joelhypponen]

Yes please 35mm, the legend blue TNF and cables! 💙 Loved this Willem

[@WillemVerb]

Joel you are the only person who refers to them as "cables" and I love it lmao

[@joelhypponen]

@@WillemVerb Haha pardon my French, I'm from Finland after all

[@JeffSmudde]

I use an Olympus Superzoom 760, which is a sibling model to this camera. I've always been amazed by the results from this camera. Olympus seems to make the best optics for point-and shoot cameras, from their less popular cameras like this one and of course their more popular ones like the Mju.

[@catherinepowell4483]

i grew up going to this area every summer (lavalette/ocean beach) and am obsessed with the pictures towards the end of the video

[@driley4381]

I've got a Minolta point and shoot I picked up at a goodwill for $3 that isn't anything special until you run a roll of Eastman Double X through it. I was blown away when I got the scans back.

[@Aug1393]

Amazing stuff as always. Would love to know how/where these were scanned. As you mentioned the scanning is a super important part, especially for 35mm, and most local lab scans probably won’t do the images justice

[@kodakkevin]

I'm not partial to any specific brand but I've found Olympus point n shoots are good bang for buck. I use one all the time, especially in winter

[@kellysurf96]

This is the camera I started shooting film with. Waw. You did a great job. I'm inspired.

[@ThomasBocage]

My wallet thanks you for creating a video like this (Deletes the multiple contax t2's in my ebay cart)

[@WillemVerb]

wise choice

[@sooperdope]

Multiple??

[@ThomasBocage]

@@sooperdope gotta have multiple on deck to pull the trigger on if someone gets one lol

[@kristoffergo6294]

Amazing photos. You can really see how the type of light plays a big role in creating beautiful images.

[@JUSTINBUISSON]

These results are insane

[@Trptz06]

Oh how that is amazing! I really want to get into film but I’m not sure what I should get. I’ll definitely check this camera out.

[@kalmonds]

Calls a family meeting: I've summoned you all here today for one reason and one reason only...Willem uploaded

[@dvnmle]

yooo willem! you have been the reason i got my first 35mm Yashica last wednesday! you're a legend and keep going! love from india bro

[@prpllettuce1420]

Definitely passes the vibe check

[@LilSaladBar]

I found myself an Pentax iqzoom 140 and a Minolta freedom zoom 140 and this video definitely got me excited about it!

[@davidviera1950]

I got this camera at a flea market about three months ago! And I Love it 👍🏼

[@y2kshooter]

and now shall watch this camera shoot up in price just because of its new popularity from willem using it.

[@rubendekker]

they don't have kings in the usa, but actually they do: Willem. Willem the first. Great video bro

[@Fierymemes]

This will be my beginner film camera thanks willem!

[@matthieuss]

omg this is the point and shoot i have, crazy to see you shooting on it

[@aparajito1]

The lights & colours were amazing. Great results!

[@flashbarsflashcubes8384]

These videos make me start to appreciate the little things in life

[@jttdwrk]

Your photos are always aesthetically pleasing 🔥🔥🔥

[@AnoukdeBruijn]

I LOVE these videos! They inspire me to just go out and make film photos! It indeed shows that you don't need a lot of expensive equipment to make photos and have a fun & nice result so I really believe this inspires a lot of beginners as well!

[@pearldiano]

I love this video very much! Thanks for sharing!

[@Youngblood-hb7lv]

These came out so good!!! Amazing

[@KylerSteele]

Yessir that Jersey Shore light hits different. Need to get myself out there for that light

[@jaybasha]

This was amazing. So surprised with how clean the photos turned out

[@lucamarinoni920]

3:53 killer shot!