This $15 Film Photography Camera is Perfect

[@AJ_Lucas]

I live in Essex, and my first SLR was this very camera. I worked in Jessops in Basildon at the time. I loved it. Thanks for this Mike, I had totally forgotten about this camera. I moved on to the Minolta Dynax 5 then Dynax 7 after that. I still have them, one day I will take them out of storage and have another crack; truly underrated cameras for their time. I was and still am besotted with the Dynax 7. For now, just waiting for delivery of the Fujifilm X100v.

[@Gee_w_photo]

I recently got an eos500, gifted as a friends dad was going to bin it. These cameras are everywhere! No shame in letting the camera do some work, with the cost of film and development you want a good hit rate. I love the different experience of shooting on film, more considered, focused and quite relaxing.

[@debseun7347]

I bought a 500n on eBay for a similar price earlier in the year and I love it, opened a new love for photography for me as my first film camera. Love the images!

[@MikeChudley]

That is awesome! These cameras are a sure way for people to discover film!

[@debseun7347]

@@MikeChudley you’re right about the camera being easy to use. I’ve mostly stuck to auto on this camera but will try Av and some more interesting film stock soon!

[@BerndtOtto]

I was especially surprised, how exact the light metering is on your night shots. Spot on on every picture. I bought the same camera recently ( called Kiss III here in Japan ) and after seeing your results, I am looking forward to use it ASAP.

[@Gelly_Bones]

Seems like I missed on a couple of video of yours that I gotta catch up on! Starting with this one though, I once again have to iterate that it's nice to see that you've found your groove, so to speak. You've changed your photography and methods since I first found you and if I may be so frank, it feels like you've fallen in love with photography all over again. It's wonderful to see! Hope you can continue down that road in 2023, Mike!

[@MikeChudley]

Hey! Thanks for this comment - that’s interesting for you to have noticed. I appreciate it - have a great 2023

[@Glennsphotography1968]

I live near basildon ( someone has too ) Yes great video as always. Was thinking of going old leigh tomorrow ( Christmas eve ) but i feel its going to be busy. Went London yesterday but the light was awful and only got about 9 OK shots out of 60. Will go again before I go back to work in the new-year. I normally go on my own as mates work weekends etc.

[@MikeChudley]

I used to live IN Basildon haha

[@Glennsphotography1968]

@@MikeChudley so did I, not far from ballards walk. Live down road now, near the fortune of war.

[@oteliogarcia1562]

Bought mine used. I probably should have gone for the Kiss V which has a metal lens mount, but my Kiss 3 gives me the confidence that it would hold up. I am more confident about it than my Pentax P30, my only other plastic SLR. I won't be taking it to extreme places, anyway. This model line was one of the last film cameras from Canon, so it has basically the latest AF.

[@BerndtOtto]

£15 is a steal !!! But it was body only, right ? However, you can also get those end of the film era entry level SLRs for about $30USD here in Japan ( with kit lens ). I bought a Pentax, Nikon, Minolta and also a Canon EOS ( Kiss ) last year for about that price. Very capable cameras, totally overlooked by the community of film lovers, only hunting for antiques and compacts nowadays … which became totally overpriced recently. So, yeah, good choice, mate and nice pictures as well !!!

[@bcegerton]

£15, you were done Mike, I paid £10 boxed, then got the 500 for £9 and he threw a film in for the extra £1. Only joking, £15 is roughly the norm for it, I’ve a film not far off finished in mine but I’ve other films to be processed before as I’ve 7 SLR’s, most much older. It’s not that I’m really into film photography, I just started collecting them as they were going so cheaply, plus I was given two Pentax ones with a pile of gear too. I’ve got an A1 and Ae-1 with a number of lenses, they’re not mine, I was given them to look at by a friend who was off Reed them plus an old Fuji digital, large bag and a pelican case for £50, problem was the cameras had no working batteries in them so I couldn’t test them as with these you can’t even move the “film advance lever” without a battery, well, that’s what’s I’ve read so there’s no way I’m taking the chance. I know one thing, if I do start shooting more film I’ll have to process my own, not something I’ve ever wanted to do but with the cost of using a lab I’d have no choice, either that or only shoot one roll a month as I’m doing now.

[@stuartmills.size11photography]

I picked one of these up recently, it is a happy fusion of shooting film with some modern comforts and being a canon shooter using all my modern lenses is quite handy! Recently teamed it up with my ef100-400 Lii. It looked ridiculous but gave some great results 👍🤣

[@aleksandera1956]

Really enjoyed your shots and the vibe. What is your workflow from film to screen?

[@ccrowe714]

great shots & video ! Gotta try some cinestill!

[@MikeChudley]

You should! Thanks for the kind words

[@stevenharper6888]

Some great shots of my local area once again ! I have a similar camera , a Pentax MZ50 i bought back in the 90’s. I got some outrageously expensive film only to find out the camera does not work 😭 I have now got the Fujifilm XT30ii and use the film simulations instead. After watching this I’m gonna have to buy another 35mm camera 👍

[@chumq]

You're right. I have a Canon EOS Rebel XSN and an AV-1. EOS is easier to use vs the AV-1 plus it has the upside of taking EF lenses (especially L lenses!). The AV-1 does feel and sound more bad ass when you release that shutter though. ✌️

[@johnlarsson4437]

More film! More film! Hi Mike. This was a very nice video which I really enjoyed. I'm a Nikon shooter, however, your comments about the EOS vs the AE-1 are kind of relatable (excluding the cost.) I have an F100 which is very similar to shooting a DSLR. I also have an FM which is more work and actually much more engaging. The F100 is easy and pretty safe to boot, but, the FM is just a pure joy to hold and operate. I'm currently shooting a roll of Portra 160 in my F100 and this video makes me want to remove it and load a roll of Cinestill 800T I have waiting to be used. I'm eager to see what you do next.

[@agentlevanto2964]

Great video…great shots too…love the car park shot in particular. As for the camera, I’ve got a 500n and love it, it’s light, has accurate autofocus, and it’s super easy to get an image that turns out. I actually like the design too, 90’s design aesthetic, all plastic but super functional, a mix of analog and digital…I recon the results are likely to be better than the very expensive film point and shoots the hipsters are rocking :-)

[@rossandhisjpegs]

Thanks Mike! This is sick.

[@leonardlister4087]

Hi Mike have you tried the pro mist filter on the x100v thinking of buying one but what size do I need thank you

[@johndondilla9211]

Southend coming through again. Amazing shots

[@JadenWhite]

good pics from an easy to get camera! Saw one on my local market and almost got it

[@BelowZero]

Well done! If we can just convince young film shooters that old SLR’s are far more superior in terms of usability, performance and quality than any point and shoot or old film cameras.

[@jules_mac]

Hi Mike. Film photography isn't my thing but I really enjoyed your video. Like all your work, it is well presented and edited and you are an engaging speaker. Great results with the shots too. Look forward to more of your work. Thank you.

[@lordmonkey3285]

This was my first " pro" camera more than 20 years ago. It's so weird to see young people going back to those things now that I only use digital. Great video though

[@neklamp2431]

Although film is not my cup of tea, I admit that the photos are amazing!!!!

[@MikeChudley]

That’s fair enough, thanks then!

[@JasonLawrenceNoel]

3 min in and love the simple Photography! =) Great Video Ty . I have tried to achieve this look digital and man I don't know what it is but its just different. sigh Cheers!!

[@Munchysessions]

What lens are you using?

[@IanONeal]

I have an EOS300. I always thought it looked cool! Buy I'm a '90s kid so I would think that. As someone who shoots film, I always look forward to your film videos the most. These pics are lush - makes me want to have another crack at 800T myself.

[@MikeChudley]

haha great that you think it looks good! Thanks for the kind words, I will be shooting more film on the next year as well definitely. Thanks Ian!

[@jancsikityg]

Got mine for £5 😄

[@jasongold6751]

I doubt my Nikon/Canon A /Pentax/Minolta / Leica film cameras ae better! Use and Enjoy! Battery are reasonable at Amazon!