I’m actually more excited to see the review of the Reflx Lab flash. You turned me on to the Reflx Lab light meter which I love (and tell anyone and everyone about). Fits so nicely on my M4-2. So curious to see how things go with the RL flash. What makes this different than picking up an old compact flash unit? Can it tilt to bounce etc? What’s the big deal? Thanks again.
working on it! I haven't used too many older flash units, and this one doesn't tilt, it seems at first like a small affordable simply, easy to use flash for film cameras, not too crazy! it's super cute and small (very nice for traveling or smaller compact cameras) and works without any setup or setting anything(which I like)!
thanks! haha I know, had this one in the queue for awhile :) true! i wonder if anyone has ever been told to leave, perhaps you need a sticker like other places I've been? but also there's a shopping center across the street where people can park so who's really going to police it lol
Hey, hey, Molly! Just wanted to pop in and make a quick observation. In this video, you refer back to your time in the UK. Then, as I watched more, I noticed that your photography seems more relaxed, somehow more natural and emotive than the way you shot while you were in Cardiff. I'm not sure if this is just a result of your being 'back home' or maybe you have just grown more as a photographer. Either way, as always, I really dig your video, the knowledge you share and the way you share it. (Edited to remove typos.)
Hey Randy! thanks so much, as always you are quite observant and I enjoy hearing your thoughts! :) I'm shooting less, but more intentional perhaps...maybe it is being back home, working in a job that is far less stressful, surrounded by beautiful nature/landscapes. I do miss the street and city, but definitely am more relaxed :) Hope you are doing well though??
Very nice. Holga Week is almost over, and I will be shooting my Nikon FM2n. Candido looks muted. I've shot other films like Retro Chrome (slide) from FPP that are also muted. Good review. Cheers.
Since there are only a few kinds of cine film stocks being coated these days, how to you explain the differences in looks between these various REMJET-removed, repackages films? I’m thinking the differences could be related to how far expired the film stock was, which can cause color and ISO shifts and increased granularity.
yeah that's a good question, differences seen in the wild though can also be due to scanning settings since it seems like each lab scans a little differently (in my experience) and then home scanning can be tweaked a lot so its hard to say sometimes!
Here in Michigan there are lots of public space where I live by lake Michigan. You are welcome to come. Could I ask you why you left the Uk? I was thinking about going; just curious.
Thanks for reviewing that one !!! Definitely not my liking, because of those brownish tones. And so expensive. 😳😳😳 I remember those Candido films being really affordable when they came out new, but now ??? Wow 😯 There are definitely better bangs for the buck around. For example, I got fresh Kodak Gold for less than $8USD in a local store here in Japan recently.
thanks! they were much cheaper but only had the shorter number of frames, but now with 36 frames and also costs rising, the pricetag unfortunately has become very high. That's a great deal for Gold! It's the same here, Gold seems to be the most affordable color film at the moment.
great review, fyi that isn't expensive, try the 120 roll film AUD$75 for a 5 pk or in Large format sheets, AUD$380 /10sheet box, or /25 sheet box 1 box!! B&W not colour!!!!
@@Eclectachrome yes, but I shoot it as I love it, and with Kodak EkTar 100 love the B&W contrast and grain, not much (worlds finest, according to branding); but everything is subjective, to peoples preferred style and looks, and for some of us, we also shoot it as we love the cameras it goes in too 🙂 its an ergonomic choice, or we just like the method of shooting this entails.
For my own personal aesthetic, the Candido 400 in sunlight is a little too -- hmmm -- mildly washed out? The sharpness and grain are good, but the colors just seem a little too thin and the overall image lacks contrast. That's my view. *BUT* I like the shots of the flowers and candles (with flash) -- the restrained color of the film lent itself to the combination of the static, flash-exposed flowers combined with the swirly/streaky flowers/candlelight of the long exposure. A more contrasty/saturated film would get too overloaded with the colors, I think. -- separate topic -- Is that beach still private/reserved even when covered in snow? Sheesh!!! Yes -- along the popular Maryland and Delaware beaches, when desiring to walk a few miles up/down the beach, you will run into these signs (and sometimes even fences) declaring a portion of beach reserved for a specific hotel, or small vacation neighborhood. Technically those entities do own the land/beach even a few hundred feet out into the ocean -- but get real....
Well said! :) and in the winter not too many people head there haha plus they don't plow any paths so if you want to walk around, gotta bring snowboots - but i think it's mainly for summer season!
@@Eclectachrome -- OK -- as an act of civil disobedience -- next time that you are there, and there is snow, tromp across the snow in your snowboots, set up a beach lounge chair near the water's (ice!) edge, then sit back and enjoy a *WARM* drink with a little umbrella sticking out of it! Hah! And if I'm around, I'll join you, and we can play a round of 'beach' volleyball! Double-hah! 😆😆😆
Cannot say I am a fan of this film stock - it's very washed out - little in the way of vibrancy or saturation, & for the fiscal outlay, unjustifiable; however, I did like your compositions. In regard to the 'locals', they do come across as rather parochial. Remember, you need no excuse to (re)visit the UK or Republic Of Ireland - generally, we tend to be a warmer bunch. Straightforward, no-nonsense overview - thank you ! P.S. Who's the band playing the initial music ?
Love the warm and washed out colors it gives. Would love to see the results with spring/summer colors.
I’m actually more excited to see the review of the Reflx Lab flash. You turned me on to the Reflx Lab light meter which I love (and tell anyone and everyone about). Fits so nicely on my M4-2. So curious to see how things go with the RL flash. What makes this different than picking up an old compact flash unit? Can it tilt to bounce etc? What’s the big deal? Thanks again.
working on it! I haven't used too many older flash units, and this one doesn't tilt, it seems at first like a small affordable simply, easy to use flash for film cameras, not too crazy! it's super cute and small (very nice for traveling or smaller compact cameras) and works without any setup or setting anything(which I like)!
Leaning into the yellow/brown a bit. Curious about the reversed video too.
Great results with these, also super weird seeing snow in June! And for me when it comes to signs like that, I remind myself that they're not cops!
thanks! haha I know, had this one in the queue for awhile :) true! i wonder if anyone has ever been told to leave, perhaps you need a sticker like other places I've been? but also there's a shopping center across the street where people can park so who's really going to police it lol
Hey, hey, Molly! Just wanted to pop in and make a quick observation.
In this video, you refer back to your time in the UK. Then, as I watched more, I noticed that your photography seems more relaxed, somehow more natural and emotive than the way you shot while you were in Cardiff.
I'm not sure if this is just a result of your being 'back home' or maybe you have just grown more as a photographer.
Either way, as always, I really dig your video, the knowledge you share and the way you share it. (Edited to remove typos.)
Hey Randy! thanks so much, as always you are quite observant and I enjoy hearing your thoughts! :) I'm shooting less, but more intentional perhaps...maybe it is being back home, working in a job that is far less stressful, surrounded by beautiful nature/landscapes. I do miss the street and city, but definitely am more relaxed :) Hope you are doing well though??
I just got the scans from this film and can say that I enjoy the results. Good film.
Very nice. Holga Week is almost over, and I will be shooting my Nikon FM2n. Candido looks muted. I've shot other films like Retro Chrome (slide) from FPP that are also muted. Good review. Cheers.
woo!! fabulous camera :) yeah it was definitely lower contrast this time, Retro Chrome is a fun film to shoot too!
It has an appeal in certain scenery; worth a try.
ICM turned out great!
thanks!
Loved how the flash shots turned out. And happy you didn't get arrested in that exclusive town 😂 It looked like a cool little town though
hehehe it was cute! thankfully I made a quick escape before anyone knew I was there!
@@Eclectachrome Guerilla Photographer! 😂
@@Nieuwhollands LOL has a ring to it!
Since there are only a few kinds of cine film stocks being coated these days, how to you explain the differences in looks between these various REMJET-removed, repackages films? I’m thinking the differences could be related to how far expired the film stock was, which can cause color and ISO shifts and increased granularity.
yeah that's a good question, differences seen in the wild though can also be due to scanning settings since it seems like each lab scans a little differently (in my experience) and then home scanning can be tweaked a lot so its hard to say sometimes!
Here in Michigan there are lots of public space where I live by lake Michigan. You are welcome to come. Could I ask you why you left the Uk? I was thinking about going; just curious.
That sounds nice, and I'd highly recommend visiting the UK, it's great :)
@@Eclectachrome thanks for the reply. I appreciate all your work and wish you the best of everything!
Thanks for reviewing that one !!! Definitely not my liking, because of those brownish tones. And so expensive. 😳😳😳 I remember those Candido films being really affordable when they came out new, but now ??? Wow 😯 There are definitely better bangs for the buck around. For example, I got fresh Kodak Gold for less than $8USD in a local store here in Japan recently.
thanks! they were much cheaper but only had the shorter number of frames, but now with 36 frames and also costs rising, the pricetag unfortunately has become very high. That's a great deal for Gold! It's the same here, Gold seems to be the most affordable color film at the moment.
The film is just not for me; I don’t care for the look and it’s out of my price range. However I really appreciate all your reviews and videos❤
I agree with you, shot a roll and just didn't like the way it turned out. Blase colors and kind of meh for the price.
thank you! and yeah fair enough!
For the money check out Onesec 640t. That film is great
great review, fyi that isn't expensive, try the 120 roll film AUD$75 for a 5 pk or in Large format sheets, AUD$380 /10sheet box, or /25 sheet box 1 box!! B&W not colour!!!!
thanks! lol it is expensive :)
@@Eclectachrome yes, but I shoot it as I love it, and with Kodak EkTar 100 love the B&W contrast and grain, not much (worlds finest, according to branding); but everything is subjective, to peoples preferred style and looks, and for some of us, we also shoot it as we love the cameras it goes in too 🙂 its an ergonomic choice, or we just like the method of shooting this entails.
"Live Free or Die, but don't do either of these here without permission."
For my own personal aesthetic, the Candido 400 in sunlight is a little too -- hmmm -- mildly washed out? The sharpness and grain are good, but the colors just seem a little too thin and the overall image lacks contrast. That's my view. *BUT* I like the shots of the flowers and candles (with flash) -- the restrained color of the film lent itself to the combination of the static, flash-exposed flowers combined with the swirly/streaky flowers/candlelight of the long exposure. A more contrasty/saturated film would get too overloaded with the colors, I think. -- separate topic -- Is that beach still private/reserved even when covered in snow? Sheesh!!! Yes -- along the popular Maryland and Delaware beaches, when desiring to walk a few miles up/down the beach, you will run into these signs (and sometimes even fences) declaring a portion of beach reserved for a specific hotel, or small vacation neighborhood. Technically those entities do own the land/beach even a few hundred feet out into the ocean -- but get real....
Well said! :) and in the winter not too many people head there haha plus they don't plow any paths so if you want to walk around, gotta bring snowboots - but i think it's mainly for summer season!
@@Eclectachrome -- OK -- as an act of civil disobedience -- next time that you are there, and there is snow, tromp across the snow in your snowboots, set up a beach lounge chair near the water's (ice!) edge, then sit back and enjoy a *WARM* drink with a little umbrella sticking out of it! Hah! And if I'm around, I'll join you, and we can play a round of 'beach' volleyball! Double-hah! 😆😆😆
Cannot say I am a fan of this film stock - it's very washed out - little in the way of vibrancy or saturation, & for the fiscal outlay, unjustifiable; however, I did like your compositions.
In regard to the 'locals', they do come across as rather parochial. Remember, you need no excuse to (re)visit the UK or Republic Of Ireland - generally, we tend to be a warmer bunch. Straightforward, no-nonsense overview - thank you !
P.S. Who's the band playing the initial music ?
Dare I say it? The FM2 is better than the F#.
hehe I agree :) so far, it's my fav I've had (and I've had the F3, EM, Nikkormats, etc lol)