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Camera Zen: one camera at a time

July 27, 2017 by filmbasedtraveler 6 Comments
Agfa Vista 400

I was crazy about film cameras a few months back. I looked through e-bay and Carousell every day to find deals. The process was addictive but hurtful. Because superb deal is gone in split second. Although there were a few good deals coming and going, but I couldn’t commit to buy it because my gut … [Read more…]

Posted in: Blog, Film Photography Tagged: istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2

POV of my Analogue Film Street Photography

December 16, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler Leave a Comment
Point of View Nikon FM2

I am inspired by a few videos in YouTube where the photographers attached a GoPro on their cameras and record their shooting journey. Then one of my Instagram followers commented that I should also do the same. His comment, whether is spammy or genuine, has encouraged me to order a horse-shoe mount from Qoo10 Singapore. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Blog, Street Photography, Street Photography on Film Tagged: CurveXtreme200, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2, Point of View Photography, POV of street photography, Walgreen 200

Does shooting film help you to focus on your next shot?

November 11, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler Leave a Comment

Being in the modern era, where we are all so used to everything being instant, we tend to become less patient and are always in the rush. Take photography for example, all modern cameras have LCD screens that we always tend to look at it right after we press the shutter. That’s the killer for … [Read more…]

Posted in: Blog Tagged: Analog caamera, analog camera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2, why shooting film allow you to learn more

Where to develop film in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

October 18, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler 31 Comments
Fujicolor200

Read this to find out where is the photo lab that still develops and scans film in Johor Bahru

Posted in: Film developing shop Tagged: Analog caamera, analog camera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2, where to develop film in Johor

Blog: I love the colour effect of Kodak Potra 400!

October 11, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler 1 Comment
Kodak Portra 400

Okay, I have received my second roll of film from the lab. The film used was Kodak Potra 400! I must say this is officially my favourite film at the moment! The colour turns out to be so aesthetically vintage and so creamy! This film is the best for portrait shot because unlike Kodak Ektar … [Read more…]

Posted in: Film Tagged: analog camera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Kodak Portra 400, Nikon FM2

My first non-technical impression of Nikon FM2 analog film camera

October 1, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler Leave a Comment
Nikon FM2

Nikon FM2 Film Camera It’s been 2 weeks since I brought home my Nikon FM2 film camera. Since then, I have been out snapping whenever I can, mostly after working hours. Few days ago, I sent my first ever undeveloped film for development and is now waiting for the result. *excited* Meanwhile, I shall share … [Read more…]

Posted in: Review Tagged: analog camera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2

Buying Kodak Portra 400 in Singapore

September 27, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler 2 Comments
kodak portra

Updated 20th March 2017: The few shops that sell Kodak Portra are: Ruby Photo, Riceball and Black Market Camera in Peninsula Shopping Centre. Price ranging from SGD15-16 for a 35mm ISO400. Or Triple D Mini Lab at Bugis. Priced at SGD16.50- increased by $1 I know :/ I bought my first SLR on 13th September … [Read more…]

Posted in: Film Tagged: analog camera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Kodak Portra 400, Nikon FM2

My first analog film camera

September 25, 2016 by filmbasedtraveler Leave a Comment
Nikon FM2

A fine random day, I developed an interest in film photography. Honestly, I am not good at presenting the ‘feel’ I envisioned in my mind onto photographs. (I know practice makes perfect) Then, I resort to Lightroom. Everytime after a shot, “never mind, I can always edit” pop up in my mind. Certainly, some professional … [Read more…]

Posted in: Blog Tagged: Analog caamera, Film Photography, istillshootfilm, Nikon FM2

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