How to Shoot on Super 16 Film

Some tips for filming Super 16mm on a budget.
Short film: • "Retrospect" - Short Film
How to load K-3: • Krasnogorsk-3 16mm Ca...
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Actor - Danay Bouzala
Camera Assistant - Natalie Kerr
Behind the Scenes - Anastasia Pyrovolaki
Assistant Editor - Jamie McKernan
Technical Advisor - Christian Schonberger
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Producer - Alexa Rodrigues
Creator & Host- Simon Cade
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[@giladshaked1890]

Finally Simon got a new camera

[@yoyokingarthur7515]

AL LAAAAAAAAAAAAAST

[@communitywatch1687]

Gilad Shaked but it's worse than his old camera

[@alexthegreaser]

Community Watch Says you...

[@communitywatch1687]

alexthegreaser No, it is. Technically speaking anyway.

[@stefanbendik26]

No, he got an old one 😅

[@ronan1241]

I LOVE shooting on film, it's so much more fun than digital. Keep up the good work, your videos are awe-inspiring and helpful. you have really inspired me to get into photography and film making.

[@laloponce7527]

Film makes everything feel realistic

[@YeisonLoaiza95]

agree. And so many movies were filmed in 16mm in the recent 90's and 2000's even 2010s, that's the real cinema for me.

[@matthiasBdot]

Coming up next on DSLRguide: how oil painting is cheaper and much more organic than shooting on film

[@emanuelbarbolovici4384]

Matthias B. Watch a "Loving Vincent" trailer

[@zouteharing007]

wait a minute.. so i started shooting film with a slr.. and that means that i need to paint... well danm son

[@jameslane3846]

Film isn't that expensive if you do it right and develop yourself

[@minoanlight4545]

No one is denying that. Hand painting has its own uniqueness. Do not compare 🍎 to 🍊.

[@robfriedrich2822]

What about frame rate?

[@super16film]

you can buy this camera for 40$ here in Moscow, "like new" condition

[@implive17]

Maxim Kostyaev where? Please give some details.

[@roien1362]

IMPlive 17 in Moscow

[@jessforan7810]

I have this camera :)

[@gavrill00]

I'm interested in buying the camera, if you find it at that price, write a comment

[@luchadorito]

Still going to spend a fortune on developing and digitalizing film

[@rufusgreenleaf2466]

Simon's one of the only people from a recent generation to upgrade their camera by going backwards.

[@Jerbod2]

I actually did the same. Bought an a7II, then went back to a camera from 1912 and 1954, now back in the 70's with large format Sinar F1.

[@ganimated8862]

Leica iiia with 50mm f/3.5 and 90mm f/4 lens , hot wheels beat that!!¿?!

[@user-ns3si7hw1t]

Same here. Start with T3i then M50 with all those latest lenses. Eventually, got bored. So I bought Yashica film camera and my passion got back!

[@harryhaller348]

Actually not

[@subashpariyar8102]

The thing is most people would be willing to but it’s just so expensive. I’d love to shoot on film but it’s just not practical because SD cards can be re used, film can’t be.

[@jordel2010]

Well, you took me down memory lane with this one, back to when I was a college student; in those days I dreamt a lot about shooting projects in film and felt pretty confident that I would do so sooner than later. 15+ years later, I haven't had that chance yet, but I feel glad you got your chance and shared your impressions about the experience with your audience. Kudos.

[@jazlusion]

I had watched this video a year ago. I now shoot several rolls of 16mm film on my krasnogorsk 3 I own. I just love coming back to watch this video. It is so calming and a well-put-together video. Always Gives me a boost of motivation to continue to shoot 16mm.

[@UnratedAwesomeness]

Shot on film in school. Probably will never shoot on film again. I definitely wouldn’t mind shooting on an arriflex with colour neg once just for fun, but really I think shooting film is like going camping. Maybe it’s fun to visit every once in a while, and maybe you even love it, but there’s a reason we invented houses

[@southernsignalfilms4157]

His voice is almost ASMR Like...

[@into.the.wood.chipper.]

ASMR 16MM? :P

[@BildfabrikTV]

shooting on film is great! I love the way it looks, the way it feels and the way you have to work with it. It's so different to digital shooting how focussed everybody on set is when the 'budget-counter' on the camera starts running.

[@Matthew13tube]

Great video! I really like the way you broke down the basics of what practical steps would need to be taken to shoot on film. You could see how working with film would really make one improve their ability to make decisions and work on their preproduction for a better end result. Also, how much effort goes into somethings we take for granted, like getting your subject in focus. Really enjoyed this one!

[@user-dd2mu9gi1d]

Your voice is so smooth and everything you say feels just right and measured. I am truly going to mix your voice to make it my lullaby someday. More seriously, your content is so useful, I have never seen such clear and appeasing tutorials. Thanks a lot.

[@cfox]

Always happy to hear your calm but passionate voice

[@junglejulia3365]

Awesome video! Im so happy 16mm film is making a huge come back. Glad to see there is love out there for this beautiful medium!!

[@debbiedoesanything1976]

I just love how you explain everything, you seem so engage in the video and the subject. Thank you so much and keep the great work

[@randomevideos99]

Thanks for this Simon! I love your videos and the creativity behind your work. Keep it up!

[@KawatraProductions]

Congratulations for 700,000 Subscribers!

[@mezza001]

I am happy if I can reach 700.

[@truefilm1556]

Awesome video! Really happy seeing you shooting on (Super)16mm film and sharing your experience. Love your first time results, looking gorgeous! I look forward to your next projects shot on film!

[@glpro2696]

One of the best videos ever made on KZbin

[@rainablaza]

I’m so in love with you. You are so knowledgeable and passionate with what you’re doing.

[@brendontyree]

Such a cool video with a super relaxing vibe mate , really helped me get up and running with my Kransogorsk thanks for making and sharing 👌👌

[@AntCooke]

Really interesting Simon. The short had a lovely look too. The aesthetic of film is so emotive.

[@JustinBacle]

Just FYI for the light meters. Old stills photographic light meters can be found for quite cheap. I have 3 of them from different eras, all work very well and costed me less than 20€ ;)

[@TimoBirnschein]

I really really enjoy your videos. Your style is amazing and somewhat comparable with Phillip Bloom in a way. I like your calm way of talking. No hyping, just facts, seasoned with a package of emotion and experience. Keep it up, I would love to see a lot more of your work!

[@BrianNguyenIHASDACANSER]

I love the color of the film you used. I've been using film for my photography and that experience has been great. Please continue to share your knowledge with us!

[@trieuhoangvu5172]

Thank you, combination of your narrative and music makes a remarkable vibe.

[@yellowrosefarm1241]

Simon! Sending you 700,000 congrats on reaching 700,000 subs Keep up the fantastic work man!

[@eimajine139]

i subscribed to you months ago because i am very interested about film and photography but now-weirdly- i go to your videos because your voice makes me calm (while letting me learn new helpful things)

[@eimajine139]

p.s. you've finally grown the beard! it looks great on you

[@alexthegreaser]

Finally I've been waiting for this video

[@darkcustomxxx7252]

Great tutorial. Im just starting to play with a new/old Bolex H16 Reflex and every tip is gold. Thanks

[@K1l700]

This is why i love you Mr.Dslrguide

[@danielwoodhouse8475]

I highly recommend listening to this video if you can't sleep. I don't mean that as an insult btw, your voice is just so soothing.

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Your channel is the best camera channel, please never quit KZbin ♥️🍀🙏

[@odyseuszkoskiniotis6266]

Man your videos are so touching, that I wanna cry sometimes

[@marinamusticapicazo8452]

listening to you is a very calming experience. thanks for the video!

[@pureland1375]

Absolutely love this, wish I could master this look with my modern camera etc...

[@stephenrobinson52]

Its really incredible how accessible modern technology has made filmmaking. Great vid!

[@30Shahmeer]

your videos are just what i imagine classic vintage videos with modern touches would look like

[@travisjansen1337]

Dude ur voice is so calming, i fall asleep to ur videos no cap, keep it up😍

[@WOTheRobin]

I've been waiting sooo for this video! Awesome sauce!

[@MaxxMcGeeImpactStudios]

Well, that is pretty cool. I like the most that you have to think and plan so much before actually filming. You don't end up with hours of footage you never need. Great way of shooting.

[@nerdchrist8671]

Man, I love your videos. You are so inspiring, thank you so much!

[@fostej99]

Beautiful video Simon, congratulations on 700K :)

[@DSLRguide]

thank you! you've been here since before 5000, i remember you entering the competition!

[@fostej99]

DSLRguide haha no way, you remember!! Wayyy too many people here now to try that again hahah. I didn't even have a camera when I started watching your videos but I remember I watched your t3i review when it came out and bought one too and have literally been using it ever since hahaha. Genuinely wouldn't have ever got into filmmaking if it wasn't for you, keep up the fantastic content Simon :)

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AND 700 000 SUBSCRIBERS IS HERE! CONGRATULATIONS SIMON! ROAD TO 1 MLN! :D

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please release your music i don’t think you realize how great your music really is. very beautiful simplicity

[@Coltmanvisuals]

10/10 perfect video, such a talent at editing as well. Such much better than film riot

[@AuraAraucariaceae]

YESSS , KEEP MAKING VIDEOS LONGER IF POSSIBLE THEYRE SO GOOD

[@jamesandcamera]

Have been in the same boat for ages thinking shooting film was out of my budget. After watching this it made me go hunting and I found a heap of K3's and similar bolex for about $400-500, still a bit out of my budget. But I kept searching and found a K3 for $50 (no lens) and the conversion kit to make it super 16 for $100. so for a super 16 camera for $150 I was pretty chuffed. I luckily didnt need the lens as I already own a heap of M42 mount lenses from my film SLR's so it worked out nicely! Thanks for opening my eyes about how affordable super 16mm can be!

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We know it’s good quality when it’s Soviet Russian.

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Made by them Babushkas

[@robfriedrich2822]

In East Europe they also used the Czech Meopta products too

[@Dylanonabudget]

Bad *

[@simon_patterson]

I really like that you approach gear and film-making as an artist first, not as a technician first. This video, ostensibly about a camera, is a classic example.

[@alexthegreaser]

I agree with you, I'm planning to shoot a short film in super 16 and everyone says the same thing, "Why it's more expensive, digital is easier, you can't delete footage, etc." What happened to the film-making as art? I know it's expensive but to me this short will be better with authentic film than using digital and trying to make it look like super 16

[@elevatordailies]

Totally agree with you. I love the rich analog color. I was lucky to see Dunkirk in 70mm not too long ago. Film is way better for movies but digital is good for certain things like news.

[@isaprochazka8733]

Simon Cade - makes obvious things sound abstract and deep.

[@4CardsMan]

Decades ago, I shot home movies on Super 8 Sound Film. Kodachrome 40 was a spectacular film. My first camera was the entry-level Elmo. Later, I acquired a Bealieu silent camera, and the queen of them all, the Canon 1014 XLS.

[@4CardsMan]

Winding between each take! Takes me back.

[@gerritfahr6700]

Glad to see someone talking about shooting on film with a low budget! The K3 looks like a great starter camera, comparable to the Bolex. The dust in your frame is more likely buildup of film emulsion. As the film moves through the registration fine amounts of emulsion can be scraped off and accumulates in the gate. It appears you'd not be able to clean the gate without taking the film out, so that might be another 'quirk' of the K3. The Bolex has a similar 'quirk'. Also, chances are the K3 doesn't maintain a true 24fps because it doesn't have a crystal speed motor. Most wind-up 16mm cameras struggle maintaining true 24fps without a crystal motor.

[@DecaffeinatedPhotography]

Love the look of 16mm, just looks so real and warm. Have only shot 16mm on the Arri SR2 tho, but is VERY good fun Fun fact: The new Noah Baumbach movie 'The Meyerowitz Stories' was shot on 16mm :)

[@ReelFilm2016]

Love this mate. Great video

[@networkunplugged]

good to see this way of thinking

[@SaimRehman]

Why are his videos so soothing?

[@zainanzarif1234]

Because of you sir i can become a good filmaker thanks for all the good effort you have done for us

[@ruebenp.6939]

You always make me remember why I love film

[@ruebenp.6939]

Filmmaking that is

[@ThomasBryant]

Incredibly talented sir. Keep it up.

[@antonarenko3242]

Great Video man just about to Shoot on 16mm B&W for a Uni Project and this was really helpful :)

[@ed6164]

So fun! Loved it!

[@Naabeille]

I love 16 mm film

[@FoundPlayingCards]

Congrats on 700k subs man 🙌 on the way to 1mil

[@LiebeNachDland]

Gosh, that is beautiful. I would love to possibly shoot my first film and 16 someday. It’s raw and organic look is gorgeous and even the film costs and processing it really can be around the same price as a certain DSLR, especially if you end up using less film than you think or need, or have a lower shooting ratio. I just love the color and saturation on film and really do think it looks better. I know that Tarantino was going to and would have had no problem shooting Reservoir Dogs on 16 no matter what, but that ended up not happening anyway.

[@ChrisButel]

Loved this one Simon. 👌🏻

[@pedromiguelcosta9626]

amazing work , I also in the process of shooting with arritechno s35 camera tops keep on

[@HenchMarcin]

Omg u so good and respect that you can film with the whole set up:)

[@SethLandon]

I want to see more of your work!

[@ryanjafri8681]

awesome that you're shooting on film.

[@Musalam]

it's about enjoying the old experience!!

[@ChristopherSobieniak]

You could also "Blimp" the camera to record sound if you wanted. The K-3 could also be modified to run off an electric motor as well so you don't have to wind it up all the time.

[@cuedotfilms4427]

It looks beautiful.

[@julienannet-short1926]

I watched your short film. Nice work

[@FRZNGLSRBM]

Thanks for the video. Even though I probably won't film in the next couple of years I found this video very interesting.

[@davidlogansr8007]

I thought you did an outstanding job here! For many (35+?) years, I have wanted a Bolex Paillard 16mm camera. I couldn’t afford it then and “settled” for the Bolex Super 8, as I could not afford video then either, and wanted to get some action of my Sons growing up. The Bolex was Fantastic and almost intuitive and I almost regretted switching to vhs when it came down in price and I could afford it. For me, it has to be Bolex Paillard or not at all. I don’t work for them,!i guess they are still in business? But the motor is nearly silent and the controls do what they are supposed to do. Thank You again for a good guide video!

[@2bias1]

Congrats on 700.000 subs

[@MIKIZAZPIKI]

I also use a K-3 (normal 16 unless it is modified) with a Sekonic light meter like yours and results are great for such a cheap 16mm camera. I get much beautiful images from 3 minutes of film than from 1 hour of digital stuff.

[@maciekpakosh8561]

Great Video Man! Thank You very much!

[@sddhvjlsdfhvjlsdfhvlhvkjsbnvs]

I am happy with my mirrorless cam and colour grading its footage to vintage look though I have spent most of my life with 35mm movie reels 📽

[@noflyzonnn]

I like your presentation, keep it up Simon

[@KeepOnDreamingDude]

Looking good with that beard

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ikr he looks good no homo tho

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No....he looks horribly old

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King Arthur ur mom looks horribly old

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That is so true lol. Fuck you man!

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King Arthur no u

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Congratz on 700K mate 👐

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Great video! Lovely music too

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Congrds on 700k ...soon he ll get million k wishes from all over world.... in this video...Ur eyes r so reddish broo... u have inspired me..n andyxx n esklid also....

[@SeanAndersonMedia]

Nice video! I've always wanted to try out a krasnogorsk and the Super 16 format. I've shot a couple short films with a Super 8mm Canon 310XL and a Bell and Howell Filmo 70, both great little cameras. The Filmo 70 def doesn't get enough love. It's a windup like the krasnogorsk but it comes with three lenses on a turret, which is super useful for change focal lengths on the fly. You don't get through the lens viewfinder, but otherwise a powerful little beast. I wish I could shoot more film but I'm a broke indie filmmaker and digital is way cheaper. One of these days...

[@ASSADZMANFILMS]

this is aweosme!

[@TimelineProvision]

love the film quality

[@raiden403]

You deserve more views, Simon.

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Man, you are the best!!!!

[@Infancinema]

Damn.. big probs that you did that. 👌👌👌 I’d learn to appreciate he luxury we got nowadays 😏

[@Rhezoloution]

Great Honest video, thanks

[@betomena1]

I started in school shooting 16mm film, transferring it to S-VHS to then edit. For 16mm film to look really good and worth the effort you have to get a really high quality video tele-cine transfer that most of us can't afford. Instead, most processing labs offer a one-pass exposure transfer, which means the technician sees the first couple of minutes of your unprocessed film and from there he makes the rest of the exposure adjustments for the rest of your footage, not great. Shooting RAW video with my Canon 7D via the magic lantern hack comes really close to the quality of 16mm film, after all RAW video is just a bunch of RAW Super 35mm sized digital photographs strung together in a sequence. Not to mention you also get the benefits of shooting on a Super 35mm equivalent sensor (APS-C) for better bokeh, more light sensitivity, etc. Also, shooting RAW video is like shooting with analog film because of the large files you accumulate forces you to be conservatives with your shots because it is not easy viewing your unprocessed RAW video footage on set, so your forced to watch it later, like film dailies. At the same time, its not cost prohibited like 16mm or 35mm film so you can shoot extra to experiment.

[@maxhayes9822]

I like that Simon. It is a noisy camera but worth the effort.

[@kwameamoako4272]

I love that super 16 camera 🎥

[@TheDude-vx6wn]

This is great!

[@fluffed_coyote1487]

Holy fuck this is so calming.

[@bisantianr9405]

Love your vids

[@EzraWoodIsCool]

You should open up a patron Simon, I would love to support the channel to see more of this quality content :)