I tried Willem's film camera...

Today I'm trying out Willem Verbeeck's 35mm film camera.
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Chapters:
00:00 - 01:05 - Introduction
01:05 - 03:16 - The camera
03:16 - 08:46 - Shoot Part 1
08:46 - 09:47 - Thoughts on the camera
09:47 - 10:47 - Much love!
10:47 - 13:21 - Shoot Part 2
13:21 - 16:04 - Shoot Part 3
16:04 - 17:34 - Conclusion
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My main video camera:
- Sony A7iii - amzn.to/2NRSQgn
The two lenses for the camera:
- Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/2PZ6mBn
- Samyang 14mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/2PZ6SiN
My favourite digital camera for photography:
- Lumix GX80 - amzn.to/2WSkOg2
The two lenses I use with it:
- Panasonic 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 - amzn.to/2X1mxj5
- Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 - amzn.to/2Cmx3Ij
Other gear I use to make my videos:
- GoPro Hero8 - amzn.to/2YISU8v
- Microphone - amzn.to/2NTPdWZ
- Tripod 1 (new one) - amzn.to/46vtfjZ
- Tripod 2 (with slightly less features) - amzn.to/3RIHON4
- Magnetic ND-Filter set - urth-partnership-program-crea...
- Variable ND-Filter - urth-partnership-program-crea...
- Lens adapter - urth-partnership-program-crea...
- Camera strap (grey) - urth-partnership-program-crea...
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[@teocrawford]

Hellooo! I hope you enjoyed this video. Btw. I'm not turning this channel into a camera channel haha - this video was not supposed to come out yet and follow the last video on the Fisher-price camera, but due to some complications the video I had planned had to be postponed (coming in April hopefully) and so I promptly had to finish editing this one, hence the delay and yet another camera video. I hope it was worth the wait nevertheless! Also, congrats to Willem to launching his own camera, which I think is so cool - it was really fun to shoot with it! Also much love to Squarespace for the continuous support of the channel! Head to www.squarespace.com/teocrawford to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain by using the code "TEOCRAWFORD" (also supports the channel). Have a lovely week!

[@BadWolfKnight]

Where does one buy this camera btw? I don't see a link in the description or in this comment.

[@teocrawford]

@@BadWolfKnight You can check out all their stuff including the camera on their website www.longweekendbrand.com 🙌🏼

[@BadWolfKnight]

@@teocrawford Thank you.. :) Should be top of the description then. Sorry not picking on you, it's just been happening on so many channels lately. People sometimes don't even name the product and keep saying 'this camera' or 'this lens'. p.s. Recently discovered your channel when I took up film stuff and love your videos. Have a good day!!

[@greyATK]

Didn't feel much like a camera video - all of your content has a nice vibe, and lots of photographs :)

[@WillemVerb]

This was such a pleasant surprise! The video is beautiful and I love the shots man! Thank you 🥹

[@teocrawford]

Aww thanks Willem, glad you enjoyed it!🫶🏼✨

[@foreigndaruma9825]

Imagine: The Crawford Film Camera, specifically made to capture movement, like people falling over in random places.

[@teocrawford]

fixed shutter speed of 1/15 to capture the falling motion, we need this hahah

[@foreigndaruma9825]

@@teocrawford One can dream...

[@sando5943]

​@teocrawford this randomly made me remember the "Purma Special" film camrea it has a camrea shutter that is variable due to gravity. When you hold the camrea upside-down it is 1/25 sideways it 150th and right way up it is 250th I think from memory. Could be a fun camera for you to try out at some point.

[@moment]

woah....Teo these are so killer, stoked you got to have some fun with it!

[@teocrawford]

Ohhh hi moment haha! :D Glad you enjoyed them!

[@ubeeh]

Thanks for this. The camera is another iteration of the Reto point and shoot that has been around for a while and sold under various brand names (and prices). The cheapest has been the Agfaphoto for around 20-25 Euros, all others are ranging higher. As far as I can tell there is no technical difference between those. The Long Weekend has a neat design, though. And yes, the simplicity of those cameras is what makes them good fun.

[@birdie399]

You live in such a picturesque location. It is so different from where I live. The photos came out really well. I like how you’re honest with your self evaluation. Thanks for an interesting video.

[@fsxaircanada01]

This US$50 does the exact same thing any other $20 toy camera does. I suppose it’s literally just Willem Merch, which is fine. But if you want the look and feel, save your money and get a Kodak M35 at less than half the price or a secondhand point and shoot for the same price

[@coachtomas]

I mean for the price you can just buy a decent vintage 35mm right ?

[@hex_1733]

@@coachtomas Even for $20 you can probably find a vintage SLR or a plastic fantastic.

[@_haru007_]

Babe wake up! Teo posted!❤

[@ledanksquad5381]

first shot goes crazy

[@kykysknight3225]

Love the slow- romantic Spanish music in the background ❤

[@teocrawford]

Right!? I also really enjoyed that song, so I decided to find a spot for it in the video! Glad you enjoyed it too☺️🙌🏼

[@grainfrizz]

My heart is shouting in joy when you upload new contents.

[@HumanClouds]

Wow…

[@reidrhodes8423]

I love the video, man! As always, your video is both interesting as a video but also informative as a review. You make film photography look too easy and now I really wanna try it! Keep the content coming, please!

[@lelandfitz1762]

The camera is basically a RETO built for this project. RETO makes those cameras (all have the same specs regarding shutter speed, aperture and focal length) for example for Kodak or Agfaphoto where you can get it for a fraction of the price of the Long Weekend one. I saw in the video that this model has a small window showing you what film you have inside. That's something the cheaper RETOs lack. AFAIK the Long Weekend also is supposed to have a tripod mount that the others don't have. But I wouldn need that for a plastic camera like that. Interesting to know that it on the other hand lacks what it's cheaper brothers have: A counter.

[@bigboichoi0073]

And you can take a shot on a even cheaper p&S that has 10x the features. I got a canon sure shootzoom 60 for $9.

[@lelandfitz1762]

@@bigboichoi0073 Yeah, I wanted to stay on topic with models that can be compared to this. Available as a new product for everyone without having to look for a good model worldwide and praying not be taken advantage of. Luckily there are some better cameras coming our way in 2024. Pentax, Mint's Rollei, FilmNeverDie's Nana, just to name 3 that I know of. Except for the Nana that will be serious cameras built like in the days of film photography. Whoever wants to go for the plastic fantastic cameras can go for a range of them: Reto's Ultra Wide and Slim with 22mm lens, several Half-Frame models like Kodak or Agfa or full frame from them and others. They're just all less expensive than the model shown here. Because here a famous KZbinr wants to earn some money off of the product aswell, besides the companies thar produce and distribute it anyways.

[@ariaLampadaria]

Aww the cat in the beginning of the video🥹😍 the pictures turned out great Teo😊 such a cool video Oh and also: the backgroundmusic is great

[@InTheCloudsFilm]

been wanting this camera for a while and now i have to get it! thanks Teo!

[@davidvongries]

While I love the idea behind this camera, I feel like people are better off getting almost any other cheap point & shoot camera from back in the days. They'd get autofocus & a metering system at a similar price point if not cheaper. There's just not enough value in this camera imho.

[@teocrawford]

I think it kind of depends... I actually get a lot of messages asking me how to get a more lofi look in film photography, hence that is where I see the target audience for this camera - people who want to embrace (even more) imperfections. Personally however, I do also prefer my other point and shoots with better glass and overall quality. Nevertheless I wanted to try it and must say that the ease of use was really fun :D Danke für's vorbei Schauen und Teilen deiner Gedanken David! :)

[@KillerTacos54]

Incredible video Teo!

[@jonathanparker8701]

That mountain is absolutely beautiful. Hoping to go up there when I visit this year!

[@sambrentgood]

Loved your video footage up on the mountain almost as much as I loved the shots!

[@levaz123]

I appreciate all styles of your videos. Your channel is the reason I fell in love with film photography. I purchased my first point-and-shoot, a Minolta Freedom Zoom 140ex and I'm very excited to start taking more shots. I finished my first roll of film with random pictures I took on the day I got the camera and I have no idea how it will turn out but I'm excited to see what happens. Keep making more videos so I can have more ideas and learn more of what film has to offer in all aspects.

[@ruijiawangsid]

Love this video! Btw if im not mistaken there's actually a shot counter, right in front of the shutter button! Is very small but it gives you roughly how many shots you've already taken

[@lenninaltunay2872]

it's just a rebranded camera, i saw a video showing that walmart (i believe) sells the exact same camera.

[@juniee2475]

One of my goal for this year is to buy a film camera and collext memories ❤ this kind of video inspires me a lot!!

[@blake504]

my 2 favorite photographer channels finally doing somewhat of a collab i know this video will be good

[@macalana1000]

Try the Holga 135! Would love to see a video with this camera

[@nickystewart]

Great video and great review! There should be a tiny shot counter on the top!

[@-cliff.fern4593]

Nice shots! I think these bodies are all variations from one place maybe, and I got the same type of camera [Kodak m35] Just got my first roll back ! Super fun to use, I love the film grain and slight distortion from the plastic lens

[@VariTimo]

It’s just the same as all the other full frame reusable camera. It has the same crap lens and back. Just slightly different styling at the front. It’s just a marketing thing. Either get it because you like the styling or buy the Harman version since that is the cheapest and comes with two rolls of Kentmere 400.

[@cameronwheatley7065]

Yeah I think it's mildly deceptive to call this a 'new' camera ... it's exactly the same as all the other plastic 're-useable' cameras out there, many of which are cheaper.

[@SamI-jk5vt]

try the Lomomatic 110 next

[@martpalamine7040]

Great video! Have you ever shot 110 film format before?

[@nickthaskater]

I'd love to see a version of this with a glass lens.

[@Fauxbourg]

They didn't design a film camera lol, it's just a standard reusable disposable that they added their branding (color and logo) to.

[@thekaransin]

Hey man what picture profile settings do you use for your Sony A7iii ?

[@nathanramgren7878]

hello! love you're videos. Im a beginning photographer and I'm wondering your opinion on which camera I should get. I know you're mainly a film photography but I'm sure you know about digital too. Currently it's between the Canon r50 and the Nikon d750. I like the canon because of it's modern technology, beginner friendly interface, and it's sharp canon colors, but I like the Nikon because it has a larger ecosystem of lenses, it's full frame, and it would challenge me to take more time with my photos. I would also like a versatile camera that is good at videos, but I also don't need super high resolution 4k whatever specs. I'm also into landscape photography, animal photography, street photography, but not quite so much portrait photography. Anyways, thanks for taking the time to read this, and I'm also open to other suggestions in that price range!

[@roman_ismail_rayat]

Helloo Teo!! I love your videos so much! Your videos inspire me to go out and photograph my surroundings. Please make more lumix GX80 content :D

[@teocrawford]

Hiii Roman - Aww thank you for the kind words!

[@roman_ismail_rayat]

@@teocrawford Actually I have seen it the second you uploaded that video! I loved that video!!

[@teocrawford]

@@roman_ismail_rayat Hahah amazing! Then I’m afraid you’ll have to wait until I make the next one!😬🙌🏼

[@roman_ismail_rayat]

@@teocrawford Suree! I'll be waiting for it then.

[@b1a4onewyeol]

There is a film counter above the shutter(?)

[@lucasbouaziz2037]

Hey ! I love your photos ! Could you do a video on the fujifilm X-T30 II if you have it, because i'm hesitating to buy it ! 📷

[@sonnig22]

whats the location of this super weird station? i love it

[@pastelxloky]

Great video as always. Although not sure about this camera, a bit disappointed by Long Weekend on this one …

[@khoahuynh7123]

Hey Teo , love your video , what preset film you used to in dehancer :D

[@teocrawford]

Thank you!

[@benbunch4159]

15:06 I am like dude take a picture lol

[@Incredipaull]

Hi. Have you tried using papershoot camera? That’s also good if you like film vibes photo

[@john.b5311]

Wieder mal mgea nice;)

[@nuzusecam]

How do you sound so majestic? I've got the same mic

[@Neeintje]

ugh i miss me some mountains 😭😭

[@teocrawford]

come visit theeem! :D

[@fnvtyjkusg]

Before the video: there's no way he tried Willem's film camera After the video: holy shit he tried Willem's film camera

[@huakeeeem]

so after every shoot you have to wind it?

[@teocrawford]

Yes, it’s not like a electronical point and shoot, more like a manual one or an SLR where you wind your film after every shot👍🏼

[@sunsetophile]

I like your content ☺️✌️ I've learned a lot from your videos 📸

[@charmbitten6878]

WE SHOOTING TEST SHOTS WITH THIS ONE 🔥🔥 (jokes aside i really like the chromatic aberrations this camera gives to these shots OH BOY)

[@evo271]

Never understood why someone would buy a new plastic camera instead of buying an used one, so you won't bring even more waste into the world just to have something new for a short period of time.

[@gettoana]

yeah, buying a second hand point&shoot you could get even a glass lens for this price :)

[@teocrawford]

Personally I'm also leaning heavily towards the camp of second hand quality buyers, however we're film photography and camera nerds haha. I get a ton of messages that show how many people are completely overwhelmed by the process of choosing a good P&S second hand and are worried about it's functionality etc. for whom it is more comfortable to simply buy a new film camera albeit the worse image quality. At the same time though, it's often the same people, who appreciate the strong imperfections that these cameras bring to the photograph, so maybe it's a good match :D

[@gaurangalat]

The camera, sadly, is not special but is being sold at that point because it has Willem's name associated with it. For that price, folks can get better P&S cameras

[@bigboichoi0073]

I bought a canon sure shot zoom 38- 60 for $9 on eBay, works perfectly. and it even takes pretty darn good pictures.

[@The_IW]

I think the whole film experience is not the same as the good ol' days because now we have introducted another step to film development - colour correction and tuning after scanning it to digital form. I think it defeats the purpose.

[@ZobaiR_Hasan]

Hey Try out the Digital camera called Papershoot Camera.

[@K7.2023]

that camera looks like a cheap kodak ektar... 😂

[@Student-ly8ib]

Background music name please 🥺

[@jace3132]

Caro Luna - Todo Mi Amor

[@Jakepf]

HOW TF DO I BUY IT???

[@acmdv]

Plastic fantastic?

[@michaelhall859]

While its great new cameras are coming out and a great vid, its yet another plastic lens, we need real cameras, good quality Glass, old SLR's and 80-90's Point and shoots are getting more expensive as they are getting harder to find.....We need NEW cameras with quality glass!!

[@cameronwheatley7065]

The new Rollei 35af will be coming out in a couple of months!

[@Nikita13337]

another plastic toy camera? waaaooow…

[@Darkest_Soul_187]

Well it doesn't bring anything new to the table, and I see no reason to buy this over any other disposable/plastic camera. Unless you just want to support Willem.

[@graphicjakob]

quick question, are the photos edited? if so would u recommend the camera with a film like the kodak gold 200 even if I can‘t edit the pictures? thanks for your answer

[@blaineblasdell5151]

Thanks for the videos. Started in film early in my life but switched to digital years ago. you and others have inspired me to get back into film photography. @photosbyblaine