I bought an RZ67 because I saw your photos and then when I started getting scans back they were not as good as yours so I sent it back for a refund citing "camera is broken"

I'm 70. At your age I had a Nikon 35mm, 500C Hasselblad, Hasselblad ELM 70mm backs and I was the first private photographer in North America to buy the brand new Sinar-P 4x5 when it first came. I was shooting fashion in Montréal. Now I have plastic digital cameras. Gone are the days when you can get pissed off at an art director and throw a Nikon across the studio into a brick wall and the 135 millimetre lens still works

Film cameras are interesting First you start with one Then you buy a second Next thing you know you have 12 of them

Willem is the reason I started shooting film

The best advice would be: whatever you choose, make sure that it is in perfect working condition. Nothing more annoying than trying to fix 40years old stuff. Currently I enjoy my RB67 :)

The way you show the photos The slide show effect SOOO GOOOD

Off topic, but I really like that sweater, oatmeal boi lookin kinda fresh

6:47 - I want a print of this!

insane how I like every new video you put out. just something about the vibe and your aura makes it so chill and special

got into film the end of last year because of you, your videos are laid out so simply for beginners to understand, thank you for introducing me to something i find joy in. keep up everything you’re doing 🦋 also: have bought two 35mm film camera and will only continue to purchase more!!!

I bought a canon ae-1 a week ago and I absolutely love this camera !

Loved this, man! Great info and loved the images. I’ve been eyeballing the Mamiya 6 recently. Starting to like 6x6 quite a bit, and that camera is just so tempting!

youre the reason I started shooting film. been shooting for a little over a year now and have been around since 9,000 subs. learned so much from your vids.. thanks!!!!!

I’ve been shooting with a canon ae-1 and I love it, ive been learning a lot from your videos and others so I’m excited to see how this next roll comes out! The light meter app and shutter cable are game changers

There is of course only one answer - ALL OF THEM (and then buy some more)

Holy shit your footage is so high quality. It's like you're in a movie.

I ran out of videos to watch on your channel so Wednesday is officially my new favorite day of the week. I absolutely love your work bro

I still shoot with the first camera that I bought when I started photography, back in 1998. The canon 50e. Thank you for your videos, Willem.

When I was 16, now 64, I had a Contax. The time was roughly 1971 and I bought it used from my Dad's friend Fred who was German and worked with my father as a technician in a metallurgy lab. I suspect it was a late 40's to early 50's model and had been purchased in Germany right after the war and perhaps during the days of the Berlin crisis. It was a range finder and the lens was not removable. I looked on line to see if I could spot it but no luck yet. It took beautiful pictures. One distinctive feature I remember is that the outer ring of the lens that was turned for focusing was scalloped around the circumfrance which made it easier to rotate the lens into focus. I wish I still had it and have no idea where it went.

I love the Mamiya 645. That picture of the man with the speed bike sold me.

Don’t fear the photographer that’s shot with 1000 cameras. Fear the photographer that’s shot 1000 rolls with the same camera. (I think this was originally a karate quote lol)

thanks for this video. i rlly love the feel and look of things like polaroid photos but those tend to fade and are less versatile in terms of copying them to showcase on a digital platform if i felt like it. so ive been looking into something like a standard film camera just to have some photos that are not 100% digital. this video may now give a solid answer but it is still super helpful!

Your camera presence just gets better man and the production quality. Will doing the most 😳

Man you inspire me always. Ive started shooting film after watching all your vids, you have also inspired me to buy my current canon a1. Keep up the good work man, keep inspiring us 👊🏽

I'm looking for a good and not expensive one preferably. I think you helped me a lot, thank you so much!

Thanks so much! I'm wanting to get into film photography and this was perfect!

Nice video - I love that you get that different systems have different applications. There is not "perfect" solution for all. I shoot Nikon F, Pentax M42, and Leica Barnacks in 35mm, along with a Kodak Retina rangefinder. In medium format I go with a full Hasselblad system, Rolleiflex TLR, and Zeiss Super Ikonta folding rangefinder. Each has a different strength, and I try to take out the right tool for what I'm hoping to achieve on each expedition. Love your videos... Andy

I've had my Minolta CLE for 15 years, love this range finder. It has 3 lenses m mount 28mm f2.8, 40mm f2 and 90mm f4 excellent camera

My first film camera was indeed a Mamiya 645. Somehow I just loved how the camera felt. So I picked it up at a local camera exchange. This was before prices started to skyrocket. It had nothing wrong with it at all apart from the light seals being a bit crummy. No impact of the images though. So I can highly recommend the 645 for a MF beginner. Not sure if it’s the ideal route to start getting into film but your mileage will definitely vary. Fast forward to today. I now have my dad’s Canon AE1P. And an AE1, a Mamiya RB, several Nikons, a Yashica TLR and a crap ton of glass. These things tend to kind of escalate.

That feeling of buying I know but until know I can control myself. I owned the Mamiya 645 pro TL but I sold ik because of focus problems. Now I am the happy owner of two Nikons F100. What a great camera that is. I'm doing a project with those cameras and making a Zine. Love it!

Well done Willem, I'm quite pleased to see a renaissance among young folks using film cameras. Speaking for myself, I do love digital photography; however, my passion is b&w film that I develop using caffenol and when it comes to medium format cameras, I love my Zenza Bronica ETRS. But then, for those who start, I've picked up good point and shoot cameras at Goodwill for $3.99 I've played with. Keep up the good work.

Since I found your channel last year, I have doubted that if one day I could buy a camera, I recently ordered a pentax 645 due to your inspiration Willem, greetings from Cancún, México my man.

Love my canon A1, glad it's on your list. The Ricoh GR1 is also a great point and shoot if you're looking to add a pocket sized shooter to your collection

Just bought my first ever medium format camera, its a fuji gw670iii. Originally I was looking at a RB67 on ebay but I found the fuji for only $250 on facebook market so I had to just pull the trigger. Your videos always inspire me to go out and shoot plus I am hyped to go test this thing out!

Two of my favorites right now to shoot and to have fun with are SLR Olympus OM-1 and point-and-shoot Olympus Mju Zoom 70. Superb quality cameras.

there’s only one answer to this question and it’s the kodak funsaver disposable camera.

my first film camera was the 35mm Minolta x-700 and i am still in love with it to this day. so crisp, so clean and great glass. if i had to recommend a single camera it would be that one.

I got the canon A1, 3 weeks ago. Haven’t got the film back yet but the feeling and sounds when shooting it was amazing. Thumb up and all the best from Switzerland 🇨🇭

I purchased a Bessa R, really looking forward to shooting with it! Thanks for the inspiration to go that way!

Really nice video. One month ago I found my mom’s Yashica Fx-3 super 2000 and I’ve started shooting some films, so I’m new to the film photography world. I hope you will do some more videos on 35mm format because I find your videos really helpful and relaxing! Even if you won’t do 35mm film videos, just keep it up!

For 35mm, you can't beat the Olympus OM1. Completely manual and doesn't need a battery except for the lightmeter. It's the first compact SLR with beautiful lenses that are all equally compact. Most of them take a 49mm filter. It is a complete system camera with loads of accessories such as motordrives and lots more. And they are rugged and reliable.

i WATCHED YOUR FIRST VIDEO ON THE MAMIYA 645 SUPER LAST WEEK AND I CAN NOW SAY THAT ITS GOING TO BE MY FIRST FILM CAMERA.

Love your energy in this one!

Make more videos! You’re actually amazing. Love your work. Keep it up man!

Just bought a pentax 67 and using it the first time it broke after the 1st shot 😭 it's been repaired now and I cant wait to use it again!

I grabbed a Canon A1 (and developed my own film too!) after watching your video on it and it is sooo worth the crazy low prices you can find it for!

I have a old soviet ZENIT TTL slr with Helios-44mm which once was my father's and i love it. Until 2 months ago i wasnt really into film shooting but thanks to you i got hang of it

I'm very gratified that you are still loving and enjoying the Bessa R. For anyone that wants a Leica-style rangefinder, but doesn't want to get into the actual Leica system and Leica prices, the Bessa-R is an excellent choice. The viewfinder is huge and bright, max. shutter speed is 1/2000 sec. (twice the top speed of even an M6), it fits nicely in the hand, and it takes Leica thread mount (LTM or L39) lenses. These lenses give you a wide selection of old Soviet-era rangefinder lenses like Industar and Jupiter, as well as Canon Zeiss, and Voigtlander lenses in various focal lengths, for much less money than the later Leica M mount system. The only aspect of the Voigtlander Best R that doesn't quite measure up to Leica is the build quality. It feels a little plasticky, the buttons and knobs aren't perfectly smooth and dampened, and it might not survive a fall, but it is after all made in Japan by a quality company, Cosina.

thanks for this video! I've only used my grandpa's old canon ft ql, and I was looking for another one for my birthday, great timing ahah

I used a Mamiya 645, a great camera. My favourite camera was my Pentax 6x7. I use a Rollei B 35 now and an all black Nikkormat ft2. I bought them both from a friend. Love the one you're with.

Perfect timing! My 645 super just arrived today !

Good review. Sometimes it's not easy giving general suggestion to buy which film camera, because different people have different preferences. For me, my main medium format gear are Rollei TLRs: - shoots 6x6 - silent - light and compact enough to put on daily bag - such a conversation starter, usually with older people, like "Hey when I was young, we used that camera a lot" I shoot whatever I find interesting while walking. Sometimes street, sometimes landscape, sometimes an old car in front of me, etc etc. Whatever not involving fast actions. TLR certainly fits my preference. Of course I still want another system, like Hasselblad (can change film backs/prism etc), and Mamiya 7 (the ultimate 6x7 rangefinder system?). They are pretty pricey, though.

I got the original iteration of the Mamiya M645 line of cameras. It's so nice and bright to focus with through the waist-level viewfinder. A true revelation as compared to my 35mm cameras.

That was so much fun. Uh... You remind me of cameras I have used over many, many years!

Hey, what an incredible video. Keep up the good work! I look forward to your next video.

My most reliable film cameras have also been the cheapest. I've shot all over with a Holga, which is a super light, plastic medium format. Even the lens is plastic, but it shoots incredible images. My favorite 35mm is still my Olympus OM-1. If you are just starting out, get yourself a vintage 35mm from a reliable brand (Olympus, Nikon, Konica-Minolta, Leica) and just play with it and have fun!

I remember finding out you're the same age as me, wish I was as talented haha thanks for getting me into shooting film!

Nice content also very nice tone of voice and explanation. Pretty comfy to listen too

Just got myself a Minolta X-700 as my first film camera... no idea what I am doing but I am so stocked to start with film photography!!! 😀

your videos make me wanna go out and shoot more, they're great

Got myself a canon eos 1N, and it's spot on with the auto focus. Around 150,- for the body and the rechargeable batteries last for months, before recharging it again. My recommendation for 35mm film.

I know this is super random but you're my favorite photography KZfaqr. Dude you're geniunely an awesome bloke. You always heart my comments and reply back! It's great to have KZfaqrs who interact more with their viewers! Keep doing what you do man ❤️🤙 PS: I'm glad that you understand the meme references I comment lmao, you do be kinda dank doe, ngl 😳😋😳

All of them pretty awesome cameras. I had a good, old Canon AE-1 Program as my fist film camera, which I shot so many rolls with for about 14 years. Then I got an A-1 which was fantastic, but sadly the shutter gave up quickly. While looking for a second A-1, I found a deal on a New F-1 for the same price (a steal!!) and it's my 35mm camera of choice right now. I've also just recently bought and gave some TLC to a Mamiya 645 1000s, which is my medium format camera right now. I love using that thing.

Started out with a Canon Ae-1 SLR and then the collection grew. I picked up the Canon T90, New F-1, F-1, A-1, AE-1 Program, Av-1, Ftb and a whole lot of great lenses like the 85mm f1.2L and the 24mm F1.4L. I can adapt Nikon F lenses to Canon FD mount so I have two systems in one.

i’ve been shooting with a Yashica T4 Super for over a year and a half now and it’s always been on me because of the size and the scans are insanely sharp.

Been wanting to get into film photography for a while and never did but after seeing this video I think I will :)

I’ve just purchased a Voigtlander Bessa R few days back, looking forward to shoot something with the awesome camera!

I bought a Mamiya 645 Super after watching one of your videos and I can confirm.. It's an amazing camera and super easy to use.

the last camera looks so beautiful!

I use the Nikon F100 for about a month now. Haven’t got the film back yet but it feels absolutely fantastic and it is also easy to use.

The best combo that worked out for me is a Canon AE1-P and an mju II. I just need a medium format and I'm gonna be all set.

The delivery of your videos just keeps improving and I'm weirdly proud of that 😂

I'm branching out to film photography. I think the Canon A1 is what I'm going to start with. It's affordable and I'm BRAND new to using film. And I'm a big Canon fan as I already own two of their digital cameras. This video was super helpful.

I own the minolta big finder.Its small, well build and pleasure to use!

My first camera was a Ricoh Kr-5 super I found in my attic. can't kill it, great little camera, I have 2 of them now and they both work great. For a beginner getting into it not wanting to spend alot I highly recommend it. light meter is easy and accurate, k mount is cheap but sharp, and they are absolutely dirt cheap

Hah! You just expressed my exact feelings toward the Mamiya6. Agreed on all points...

I just brought my first one (from my research it’s an amazing camera). I got lucky enough to score a fully working and restored Nikon f with a prime lens for a bargain! I can’t wait to use it

Great vid man!

when u have a new video - thats exactly what makes me happier

As my DSLR is a Canon, when picking an analog camera to play with, I picked up a Canon EOS300 for like 40 bucks. It is one of the last film cameras from Canon, which means the form factor and controls are very familiar from my DSLR and in the Av and Tv modes, I always get a perfect exposure. But the main advantage is that I can use my Canon EF glass without adapters and the autofocus works perfectly.

First camera was a Minolta X-700 and I love it. Something I heard once that is so true is that it’s not really about the body it’s more about the film, lens, and scans. Great video as always

Thank you for the images and your thoughts. I'm digital looking to also be film...

immediately paused what I was doing at work to give this a watch. Great video Willem - and thank you for including sample shots too! I picked up a K1000 a month or so ago to learn with and have been wondering what I should move to next. This video came at the perfect time

What? the Contax photos look hella dope even if you think they were out of focus or whatever. Dope video, thanks for sharing!

I startet shooting film with my grandmothers rollei because of your videos. Its a lot of fun and I am gonna try developing myself soon. Keep up the good work Willem. ps. sorry if my english isn't that great

My first film camera was a Minolta x-700 it was a great camera specially for starters who’s interested in film photography.

I started out shooting film in the early 90s on my mom's Canon AE-1. That and the A-1 are fantastic cameras and are what I would recommend to anyone wanting to get into film photography - a Canon AE-1 with a 50mm lens. I now shoot a Rolleiflex, Canon F1 and a Leica MP. @mediumformula

I shoot with my grandpa's old smena 8m and its pretty good, and i usually fiind it at antique stores with less than 10€.

MY setup: Pentax: Spotmatic (base SLR, I love that camera), Yashica MG-1 (rangefinder with fix lens, it was so cheap, yet soo good quality) and a FED 3 (Russain LECIA like rangefinder with m39 mount). I'm thinking about a Pentax 67, beacuse I just love Pentax glass

ebay prices for a mamiya 645, at the time I was looking to move into medium format, were the same as an RB67 so I went with the 6x7 camera instead and haven't looked back.

Recently bought a Yashica FX-2 and im getting my scans tomorrow!! Thank you Willem.

Nicee bro! That bessa r looking dopee 🙃🙃, do some more photowalk dude, really looking forward to it! Haha

im getting a canon ae-1 when i go on vacation to visit my grandparents.

Found a Kodak Brownie 2F in a charity shop the other day, so my collection expands ever more.

Loved this video!! Bought my first film camera a month ago, a Konica Autoreflex T2 and absolutely love the feel of it and the negatives I've been getting!! And something really nice that I read and convinced me of buying that camera, is the first paragraph of a letter Sergio Larraín (Chilean photographer) sent to his nephew: "The most important thing is to have a camera that you like, the one you like best. It has to feel right, its body, and you have to be happy with what you are holding in your hands. The tool is crucial for anyone with a trade. And it should be simple, exactly what you need, no more and no less (a good body, the Pentax with a macro 1:1 lens; Panchito has one I think so go and have a look)." Just a little something I wanted to share, as you really give me that "doing what I do because I love to do it" vibe!!

I really love a film camera. I seem to be collecting them at the moment.

Cool picture in video!

This just became my favorite channel

Beautiful pictures !

was in europe for 10 days and visited some film photography shops. told myself i wouldn’t buy a camera, just some film and maybe accessories, a book or two. left with a rollei b 35 which is a great super compact zone focus camera with a nice carl zeiss lens. proving to be a fun test of skill. would recommend to anyone willing to challenge themselves