What is the Film Lab Store blog about?

Practical articles about film photography, photographic film, development, scanning, film storage, analogue cameras, and the analogue photography community in Ukraine.

Can I order film development after reading an article?

Yes. After reading any article, you can go straight to the Film Development and Scanning section or message me on Telegram — I will help you place an order.

Are there guides for beginners?

Yes, the blog includes beginner-friendly articles about shooting on film, storing photographic film, expired film, and working with older cameras.

Can I drop off film for development in Kyiv?

Yes, Film Lab Store in Kyiv accepts film for development and scanning — 135 and 120 film formats. You can hand in film in person or send it by Nova Poshta. Turnaround is usually 1–3 working days. See the Film Development and Scanning section or message me on Telegram for details.

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16 August 2026

Svema photo materials wholesale — August 2026 price list

Official reseller of Svema photo materials: bulk film, sheet film, photo paper and darkroom chemistry for wholesale and international orders.

16 September 2026

Kodak VISION3 AHU: cine film without Rem-Jet, now in 135/36 cassettes

Kodak moved VISION3 to the AHU structure: the anti-halation layer went under the emulsion and the carbon Rem-Jet is gone. What it changes for a photographer, how to spot an AHU batch by its CAT number, and which of the four stocks to choose — with prices, development times and Kodak documents.

16 September 2026

ILFORD Delta 400 Collector's Edition: more than a black box

ILFORD has released Delta 400 Professional Collector's Edition — a black cassette and carton, 135 format. The packaging is not the point: the maker says this run is coated on a clearer base with anti-halation protection. Here is what that changes, plus development times.

14 September 2026

Film ISO: how to choose 100, 200, 400 or 800

ISO is not a quality rating — it tells you how much light a film needs. When to choose 100, 200, 400 and 800, and why your shutter and lens matter more than the number.

23 August 2026

Kodak VISION 250D 5246: the original VISION returns

FilmLab Kodak Vision 16–32 brings first-generation Kodak VISION 250D 5246 back to still photography: its history, major films, EI 16–32 and ECN-2.

10 August 2026

How to Choose Your First Roll of Film: A Practical Guide

How to choose your first roll of film for your camera, light and budget: ISO 100–800, 135 and 120, colour and B&W, processing and the real cost per frame.

19 July 2026

How to Shoot Film: The Complete Practical Handbook

A start-to-finish guide to choosing a film camera and film stock, exposing accurately, loading and unloading, developing, scanning, troubleshooting, travel, and negative care.

22 June 2026

How to Determine the ISO of Old Film: ASA, DIN, GOST

Found some old film with unclear markings? Let’s figure out how to determine its ISO based on ASA, DIN, and GOST, what to do with Svema, Tasma, and ORWO, and why expired film doesn’t always produce results “just like on the box.”

7 June 2026

How to choose your first film camera

A quick guide for beginners: why you should start with a 35mm camera, how to choose between a budget, mid-range or higher-end model, which film to use, and how to check a second-hand camera.

4 June 2026

Expired Film: Can You Shoot It and How to Get Usable Results

Expired photographic film can produce a beautiful vintage look, but it requires careful exposure and realistic expectations. Learn how age, ISO, storage conditions and film type affect the result.

4 June 2026

How to Store Film at Home: A Complete Guide

Fridge, silica gel, and letting film reach room temperature before opening — the three pillars of home film storage. We break down optimal temperatures, conditions, and common mistakes.

3 June 2026

Found Old Film? What to Do Before Having It Developed

Found old film among family belongings and do not know what to do with it? Learn how to identify the film type, avoid exposing possible images, store it safely, and decide whether to have it developed.

15 May 2026

The Art of Stability: How to Choose the Perfect Tripod and Not Regret It

How to choose a tripod for photography: material, height, head type, load capacity. A practical guide for film and digital photographers.

11 May 2026

Film in 2026: Why People Want the Real Process, Not the Perfect Shot

Why film feels modern again in 2026: not because of retro nostalgia, but because of physical process, trust, waiting, and imperfection in an age of AI and flawless digital images.

7 May 2026

One Negative — Different Colours: What Harman Switch Azure Says About Film Photography

One negative can produce different colours — depending not only on the film, but also on development, scanning, and colour correction. Using Harman Switch Azure as an example, I explain why scanning is not a technical formality, but a full part of film photography.

6 May 2026

Kodak Is Bringing Film Distribution Back Under Its Own Control: What This Means for Photographers

Eastman Kodak is taking back control of film distribution: new names, packaging, 135 and 120 formats and what this may mean for photographers.

The Film Lab Store blog collects practical articles about film photography, photographic film, film development, scanning, film storage, and working with older cameras. These guides are based on hands-on experience shooting, developing, and scanning film in Kyiv.

Here you will find beginner-friendly guides, film storage advice, articles about expired film, analogue photography news, and practical explanations of how to get better results from film development and scanning.

FAQ about the blog

What is the Film Lab Store blog about?: Practical articles about film photography, photographic film, development, scanning, film storage, analogue cameras, and the analogue photography community in Ukraine.
Can I order film development after reading an article?: Yes. After reading any article, you can go straight to the Film Development and Scanning section or message me on Telegram — I will help you place an order.
Are there guides for beginners?: Yes, the blog includes beginner-friendly articles about shooting on film, storing photographic film, expired film, and working with older cameras.
Can I drop off film for development in Kyiv?: Yes, Film Lab Store in Kyiv accepts film for development and scanning — 135 and 120 film formats. You can hand in film in person or send it by Nova Poshta. Turnaround is usually 1–3 working days. See the Film Development and Scanning section or message me on Telegram for details.