I'm guessing you mean film as a medium. It never really went away entirely. There were some lean years. Lomography gets a a lot of the credit. A bit pricey but available. Now if 126 film makes a comeback then we will know that film is all the way back in!
i know these videos are kind of old but they've been real helpful for me, a couple notches below the beginner's rung, trying to learn about my family's older film cameras and how i could still use them. so thanks!
One thing I recommend when loading the Fakmatic is to use black gaffer tape and tape along the entire seam where the two halves come apart this way you will not have to tape up the camera for light leaks. It will also make your camera look sleeker. :)
Wow. I used to love shooting my Kodak 100 126. The square format was nice. 126 was far better than the later toys with the smaller film. Now I shoot 11X14" X-Ray film.
What I found works with the kodak instamatic 104 is take a picture and then press the shutter button again and hold it down as you advance. The nub that goes into the sprockets depresses enough to not get caught but only when it's not already been cocked. It won't work if you snap a picture and hold, it will get stuck. Its needs to take a picture, release and then pressed again and held in order to advance with ease and then let go when you are ready for a new frame and advance one last time so the nub gets triggered and set
How come nobody has ever thought of actually attempting to manufacture 126 film? Possibly 120 could be used as the basis. Cut it down to 126 size and punch the 126 sprocket holes. Then 3D print the plastic cartridge. It sounds like an easy thing on paper.
In the Kodak Instamatic 100, what you need to do when winding 135 with it's many sprocket holes, press and hold the shutter button half way down and there will be no jamming when you advance the film.
Also quick question when I do the advance trick with the 104 do I push the advance lever 3 times or 2 between exposures, Because I am not sure if it is possible to get a full 20 exposures out of it.
The reloadable cartridge does not look very robust but surely it would have made more sense running black electrical tape along the horizontal seam on the casing halfes. Also you would need a mask for the top and bottom of the viewfinder window as you are no longer shooting onto a 28mm x 28mm square format.
I have done so many loads of film reels in the past I don’t have any issues with messing things up. Anyone make Black and White film still? Bummer I have the 101.
3:24 - What happens here took me several watch-throughs to work out because you speeded it up without explaining it. I THINK you're winding the film around upon itself before tying the other end to the take-up spool, but I cannot be certain. Also... fingers all over the film, LOL. Wear gloves if you're doing this for real.
The idea we can open the back of camera to change films without risking entire roll from color to b&w in the middle of shootings is nice and was nice back when was invented, but no matter of how much practice people will do, it will never be worth all that effort to load film in that cassette. Sorry if this may sound inappropriate language... but that FakMatic cassette and the guy who printed it are really deserving the name Fu_kMatic. I love film, but to be honest it's also a necessity to shoot during day as I hate overlaying or hardly edit layers to reach what a film frame can simply achieve in a single simple shot, but i think if there's no film to shoot or if aren't worth to shoot, we have to let go some kind of old cameras like 126 and etc. 135film or 120film are enough for daily uses, easy to load and process and not expensive in time and price. While 135fim and 120film still have infinite possibilities to be shot professionally or amatory in plenty of professional or cheap film cameras with plenty of professional or cheap lenses, in these Matic cameras everyone gets stuck with what they have. Better invest time and money for pinhole cameras than loosing time refilling 126film cassettes with 135film as at the end no one will get better quality than what loaded 135film can offer itself. I love you guys for what you do.
how about i just cut the top of an old cartridge? i mean that basically gives me the same thing to work with right? i can just tape the two pieces back together once i’ve gone through the procedure
No. I mention several times in the video - film must be loaded in a "dark room" or film changing bag. Film is light sensitive material and loading the FakMatic in room light will expose your film.
If you're thinking of getting a Fakmatic for your camera, please take in to consideration the fact that it probably will not work and you will need a simple Instamatic like the X-15 on standby.
@@michaelraso What is the difference between using the Fakmatic and a reloaded 126 cartridge? Would I be better off finding some 126 film and going that route?
The problem with some cameras not working with 35mm film, is the size of the sprocket engager. ( all cameras are different)They are bigger than the 35mm sprocket. Will you need to file this down to fit inside the 35mm sprocket hole.
Awesome.. I've been desperate to have a go with this Kodak Instamatic 500: www.flickr.com/gp/133238604@N05/95jM96 I couldn't resist it when I spotted it sitting there, unloved in a thrift store. The mostly metal Instamatic 500 has manual shutter (up to 1/500) and manual aperture with a zone focus Schneider-Kreuznach Xenar 38mm f/2.8 lens.. It's a real beauty 😀
Depends on where you are shooting. If you live in Texas and want to shoot in the noonday sun, then 100 is going to be best. If you live in more northerly climes or want to shoot inside, faster film will be fine. I would, however, advise against shooting inside. Even if you manage to get flashbulbs/flash cubes, it's not a great look (a brilliantly overlit person and a dark background). General advice for shooting any kind of cheapo camera is that you do so outside on a day with nice contrasty sunlight. Of course it is possible to shoot them in other conditions, but in my experience, this gives you the best results.
I love everything film, and everything that you guys do. But this, I have to say, NO! Too much work for a cheap camera. If it had a zeiss lens, well, then maybe. But for a Kodak, gonna say NO, again...
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It would be cool of kodak could bring this film back
I so happy film is coming back.
I'm guessing you mean film as a medium. It never really went away entirely. There were some lean years. Lomography gets a a lot of the credit. A bit pricey but available. Now if 126 film makes a comeback then we will know that film is all the way back in!
#1 equipment recommendation: Use a BLUNT tip scissors to cut/trim the 35mm film. Blunt tip scissors will be one less problem in the changing bag.
i know these videos are kind of old but they've been real helpful for me, a couple notches below the beginner's rung, trying to learn about my family's older film cameras and how i could still use them. so thanks!
Glad to help! - Mike
One thing I recommend when loading the Fakmatic is to use black gaffer tape and tape along the entire seam where the two halves come apart this way you will not have to tape up the camera for light leaks. It will also make your camera look sleeker. :)
Wow. I used to love shooting my Kodak 100 126. The square format was nice. 126 was far better than the later toys with the smaller film. Now I shoot 11X14" X-Ray film.
wow that looks like so much work
Thank you for this! I jsut found a Kodak X15 at Goodwill that is in perfect condition, so this will be perfect!
Yes!! Thanks for super good instructions & entertaining clip❣️
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What I found works with the kodak instamatic 104 is take a picture and then press the shutter button again and hold it down as you advance. The nub that goes into the sprockets depresses enough to not get caught but only when it's not already been cocked. It won't work if you snap a picture and hold, it will get stuck. Its needs to take a picture, release and then pressed again and held in order to advance with ease and then let go when you are ready for a new frame and advance one last time so the nub gets triggered and set
I purchased one of these. Still haven't mastered the process... Yet. I'm watching this video. I'll know where I am going wrong.
Full confidence in you! - Mike
How come nobody has ever thought of actually attempting to manufacture 126 film? Possibly 120 could be used as the basis. Cut it down to 126 size and punch the 126 sprocket holes. Then 3D print the plastic cartridge. It sounds like an easy thing on paper.
Gotta try this!
Good to know, I maybe purchasing a Kodak instamatic X-35F.
This is awesome.
Awesome, Thanks!
In the Kodak Instamatic 100, what you need to do when winding 135 with it's many sprocket holes, press and hold the shutter button half way down and there will be no jamming when you advance the film.
Great Tip. Thank you!
Awesome! Works perfectly, thought I was out of luck.
Thank you very much! It works! Thought I was out of luck.
Thanks for your creativity!
Will it work on Canon Canomatic M70?
I have a Kodak Instamatic 500 which has a Schneider 28mm f/2.8 lens. I may try this as I have a decent camera to use it in.
Hi Kevin, We'll be re-stocking in about a week.
Great little innovation, just wish Kodak or lomography would bring it back
Also quick question when I do the advance trick with the 104 do I push the advance lever 3 times or 2 between exposures, Because I am not sure if it is possible to get a full 20 exposures out of it.
Go Blue!
Has anyone used this in a Kodak Instamatic 500 (The Caddy of Instamatics!)?
Hello, i have a pdm x50 does it work with?
The reloadable cartridge does not look very robust but surely it would have made more sense running black electrical tape along the horizontal seam on the casing halfes. Also you would need a mask for the top and bottom of the viewfinder window as you are no longer shooting onto a 28mm x 28mm square format.
I don’t understand why Lomography can produce 110 film but not 126
Do you have any other examples of the exposures running into each other? That’s something that I think could be great for a project of sorts
Yes - flic.kr/p/Zbp3Xc
Serve no modelo instamatic 177xf?
I have an Agfa Autostar X-126 camera. Does anyone know if it will work? Thanks!
Woah i bought a roll from you!!
Thanks!
Will this work with a Kodak X-30?
I have done so many loads of film reels in the past I don’t have any issues with messing things up. Anyone make Black and White film still? Bummer I have the 101.
Can you not spoil the film in a darkroom? I used to process B&W I’m my home darkroom with a low voltage red globe!
how much is a spent 126 cartridge? and how hard would it be to just reload it with 35mm film in the same way you're doing it?
Whew! Getting it back in the original canister did not work out for me. Good luck with that in the dark.
It's tough at first. Practice with a test roll in light. - Mike
At around 3:46 I stopped the video and said "Fak" this ... :-)
3:24 - What happens here took me several watch-throughs to work out because you speeded it up without explaining it. I THINK you're winding the film around upon itself before tying the other end to the take-up spool, but I cannot be certain. Also... fingers all over the film, LOL. Wear gloves if you're doing this for real.
may i know, is it possible to take off the lens n clean up inside the lens ? i have kodak instamatic 255, but the lens is covered by fungus and dust.
These cameras were cheap, plastic and not designed to last.. Probably best to find another camera.
I have a Rollei A26. Does anyone know if the Fakmatic works with this camera?
Yes it works. I have one too and it's working.
Hi, do you think a Fakmatic would work with a ricoh 126c-flex? I’m dying to know. Thanks
Most likely not. Check out all the info at filmphotographystore.com/products/film-adapter-fakmatic-35mm-to-126-adapter
The idea we can open the back of camera to change films without risking entire roll from color to b&w in the middle of shootings is nice and was nice back when was invented, but no matter of how much practice people will do, it will never be worth all that effort to load film in that cassette. Sorry if this may sound inappropriate language... but that FakMatic cassette and the guy who printed it are really deserving the name Fu_kMatic.
I love film, but to be honest it's also a necessity to shoot during day as I hate overlaying or hardly edit layers to reach what a film frame can simply achieve in a single simple shot, but i think if there's no film to shoot or if aren't worth to shoot, we have to let go some kind of old cameras like 126 and etc. 135film or 120film are enough for daily uses, easy to load and process and not expensive in time and price. While 135fim and 120film still have infinite possibilities to be shot professionally or amatory in plenty of professional or cheap film cameras with plenty of professional or cheap lenses, in these Matic cameras everyone gets stuck with what they have. Better invest time and money for pinhole cameras than loosing time refilling 126film cassettes with 135film as at the end no one will get better quality than what loaded 135film can offer itself.
I love you guys for what you do.
Now you can find clone of the FakMatic in the thingiverse. Its name is FakFakMatic :P
Gaffers tape dude. 😀
126 film is being made now in japan
Do you have a link to share?
Would it be okay to do this in a room but with a light covered with a scarf? so it's not super dark 😂 I don't think I'll be able to this haha
You would expose your film to light. Recommend a Film Changing Bag - www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/253370-REG/Paterson_PTP125.html
how about i just cut the top of an old cartridge? i mean that basically gives me the same thing to work with right? i can just tape the two pieces back together once i’ve gone through the procedure
As Demonstrated - ruclips.net/video/IS8s8bEa61o/видео.html
Michael Raso thank you! i haven’t seen that video yet
I'm curious that, is it fine to change it under the light?
No. I mention several times in the video - film must be loaded in a "dark room" or film changing bag. Film is light sensitive material and loading the FakMatic in room light will expose your film.
@@michaelraso Because of my poor English, I didn't really hear that :( Thank you so much!
@@bailin8094 Happy to help. Enjoy.
What would happen if you use 36exp and not 24?
As mentioned, it will JAM.
Any idea if the FakMatic would work in the Rollei A 26?
If you're thinking of getting a Fakmatic for your camera, please take in to consideration the fact that it probably will not work and you will need a simple Instamatic like the X-15 on standby.
@@michaelraso What is the difference between using the Fakmatic and a reloaded 126 cartridge? Would I be better off finding some 126 film and going that route?
It works. I have a Rollei A26 and it works great with the FakMatic
The problem with some cameras not working with 35mm film, is the size of the sprocket engager. ( all cameras are different)They are bigger than the 35mm sprocket. Will you need to file this down to fit inside the 35mm sprocket hole.
Bet
Does it work with an Instamatic 704?
Not sure. Please see our updated video - ruclips.net/video/3vv76EuJHzg/видео.htmlsi=afIBuYo2vaeMxlLA
Awesome.. I've been desperate to have a go with this Kodak Instamatic 500: www.flickr.com/gp/133238604@N05/95jM96
I couldn't resist it when I spotted it sitting there, unloved in a thrift store. The mostly metal Instamatic 500 has manual shutter (up to 1/500) and manual aperture with a zone focus Schneider-Kreuznach Xenar 38mm f/2.8 lens.. It's a real beauty 😀
Could I use a 120 adapter?
126 film is 35mm in width - 35mm film is 35mm in width - 120 film is 61.5mm in width, so, no.
What is the recommended 35mm ISO speed (100 - 200 or 400) to use in these cartridges when using on a Kodak Instamatic 304 or Kodak Instamatic 104?
100 or 200 iso film
Pro tip - just use Ortho film and a safe light 😁
Brilliant thanks , i will try it
@@robbutterworth7995 hi did you try this method? Did it work using the safe light?
@@nellyfiore well I tried it but haven’t had it developed yet, so fingers crossed, will let you know if it works 👍
@@robbutterworth7995 thanks 😊
@@nellyfioreyes this worked great, sorry for delay.
It's so complicated(
What if u use 400 or 800 film?? Does it matter for a 126 camera?
F-stop and shutter are fixed. Instamatic cameras designed to shoot 100 iso in sun or with flash. I wouldn't recommend any iso higher than 200.
Depends on where you are shooting. If you live in Texas and want to shoot in the noonday sun, then 100 is going to be best. If you live in more northerly climes or want to shoot inside, faster film will be fine. I would, however, advise against shooting inside. Even if you manage to get flashbulbs/flash cubes, it's not a great look (a brilliantly overlit person and a dark background).
General advice for shooting any kind of cheapo camera is that you do so outside on a day with nice contrasty sunlight. Of course it is possible to shoot them in other conditions, but in my experience, this gives you the best results.
I love everything film, and everything that you guys do. But this, I have to say, NO! Too much work for a cheap camera. If it had a zeiss lens, well, then maybe. But for a Kodak, gonna say NO, again...
No no no. Too complicated.