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Amiens Cathedral gargoyles and city 1980
Digitised slide from 1980
Digitised slide from 1980
Ice fog on the Yukon River (11291925256)
Kodak Tri-X · Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7
Kodak Tri-X · Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7
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Amiens Cathedral gargoyles and city 1980
Digitised slide from 1980
Digitised slide from 1980
Ice fog on the Yukon River (11291925256)
Kodak Tri-X · Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7
Kodak Tri-X · Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7
Sedona, Bell Rock
Fujicolor Pro 400H · 50mm f/1.2
Fujicolor Pro 400H · 50mm f/1.2
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Best instant cameras for everyday photos
Four current instant cameras to consider, from an easy Instax Mini to a wider print format and the classic Polaroid square.
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SLR vs rangefinder cameras: what changes when you shoot?
Understand the viewfinder, focusing and lens differences between film SLRs and rangefinders before choosing a camera.
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Best film cameras for a tight budget
Consider the Olympus OM-10, Nikon EM and Canon EOS 300, with practical checks to help you find a usable first camera.
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