In an age dominated by digital imagery, this guide is a haven for those drawn to the tactile feel of loading film, the suspense of developing, and the unique character that analog photography imparts to each image. Whether you're a seasoned film photographer or a digital native looking to explore the roots of photography, our guide offers insightful reviews, tips, and recommendations on the best gear and accessories to help you capture stunning analog photographs. Join us as we delve into the world of film photography and celebrate the artistry that has captivated visual storytellers for generations.
Gear Guide for Film Lovers and Analog Enthusiasts
18 unique, cheap film gear for the analog-lovers who need to stock up on extra rolls or accessories.
Image By Hunter Lacey
Image By Hunter Lacey
Image By Hunter Lacey
1. Kodak Portra Professional Series
160 in 35mm and 120, 400 in 35mm and 120, or 800 in 35mm and 120
Kodak Portra is, of course, a classic choice for any film photographer. The different ISOs you can choose from offer other pros and cons. There's 160 ISO film for the film shooter who shoots outside during the day and wants minimal grain. Or maybe you'd love 800 ISO film for the film shooter who shoots indoors and outdoors and doesn't mind a slight graininess. 400 ISO is a perfect middle-ground if you can't decide. All listed ISOs are 35mm and 120 for your 35mm and medium format shooters.
Professional Portra 400 Color Negative Film 35mm
$74.99$79.99
At true ISO 400 speed, this Portra 35mm film delivers spectacular skin tones plus exceptional color saturation over a wide range of lighting conditions. For years, professionals have preferred Kodak Professional Portra films because of their consistently smooth, natural reproduction of the full range of skin tones. Portra 400 is the ideal choice for portrait and fashion photography, as well as nature, travel, and outdoor shoots, where the action is fast or the lighting can't be controlled. Learn the differences between Kodak's popular film stocks against Fujifilm's colors here.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
2. Kodak Gold 200 in 35mm and 120
Film shooters worldwide couldn't contain their excitement when Kodak launched Gold 200 in 120 last year. 200 is the more affordable option for shooting color Kodak film in both formats. The film is the same caliber as Portra; the tones are warmer (some people prefer that). The only downside to Gold is that it only comes in 200 ISO.
Gold 200 Color Negative 35mm Film - Single Roll
$10.99$11.99
Kodak Gold 200 35mm Film is a low-speed color negative film that offers an outstanding combination of color saturation, fine grain, and high sharpness. It is designed for general picture-taking situations in daylight or with an electronic flash. This is a top contender for many film photographers offered at the Moment film store.
If you're looking for Kodak Gold 200 in 120 medium format, we offer the film pro pack! Check out our Kodak Gold 200 review for more example images.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
3. Ilford HP5+ 35mm Film
Few things in photography are more classic than black-and-white film. It harkens back to the medium's origin but is dynamic enough to fit into modern-day photography. Ilford creates some of the best black-and-white film, and HP5+ is a great go-to. With ISO at 400, it can navigate all kinds of lighting situations.
HP5 PLUS Black and White Negative 35mm Film (36 Exposures) - 24 Exp
$7$8.95
Ilford HP5 PLUS is a high speed, fine grain, medium contrast B&W film making it an excellent choice for journalism, documentary, travel, sports, action, and indoor available light photography. Nominally rated at ISO 400, HP5 PLUS produces negatives of outstanding sharpness and fine grain under all lighting conditions. It has been formulated to respond well to push-processing and can be rated up to El 3200/36°. Its wide exposure latitude makes it a great choice for beginners, those returning to film as well as the more experienced professional users.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
4. H35 EKTAR Half-Frame Camera
This is an excellent choice for any beginner film photographer — the buy-in on this camera isn't much financially, but the reward is significant. I've photographed many rolls on my Ektar Half-Frame and can attest to the quality. Also, with a half-frame camera, you get over 70 exposures on a 35mm roll of film rather than just the standard 36.
EKTAR H35 Half Frame Film Camera - Black
$39$41.95
The Kodak EKTAR H35 Half Frame Camera is a modern classic, perfect for photographers looking to stretch their film further. By capturing twice as many shots per roll, a 36-exposure roll gives you around 72 half-frame photos—double the memories without double the cost.
Designed for simplicity and portability, it features a built-in flash and a compact, lightweight body, making it effortless to use—even for beginners. Available in black, brown, sage, and sand, it’s the perfect film camera for any occasion.
5. Instax Mini 12
Paris w/ Instax Mini Film
For the film lover who also loves a bit of instant gratification, we have instant film. The Instax Mini is Fuji's take on the Polaroid camera, and its shape and size make it easily portable for holiday parties, hiking, dinner, or just a walk around the block.
Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera - Clay White
$79.95
The Instax Mini 12 is a compact instant camera that builds on the Mini 11. It packs a punch with its automatic exposure control, guaranteeing every shot is bright anywhere and at any time. And if you're into those low-light vibes, the Mini 12 has got your back with its built-in flash. Get a perfect close-up with its close-up mode which is as easy to use as turning a dial. The Mini 12 uses the same great Fujifilm Instax Mini film as the Mini 11 - it's like magic, giving you the perfect print every time. So if you're looking for a way to capture those precious moments and create some real-life keepsakes, the Instax Mini 12 is the way to go.
6. Polaroid Now+
Pairs w/ Polaroid 600 Film
The creators of Instant film, Polaroid, have revamped their classic camera into the Now+. The Polaroid mobile app lets you access 5 new lens filters, aperture priority, and tripod mode. You can also try light painting, double exposure, manual mode, and more. It also comes with a tripod mount.
Now + Instant Film Camera - Gen 1
$89.99$149.99
Polaroid's most creative camera yet. The Now+ is Polaroid's revamped analog instant camera with even more creative tools. Get 5 new lens filters, and unlock two extra tools — aperture priority and tripod mode — inside the Polaroid mobile app. Try light painting, double exposure, manual mode, and more. Plus a tripod mount to steady your ideas inside the original Polaroid square format frame.
*Only available for purchase in the US
7. Wolfman Black and White Negative 35mm Film
This film, created by the Film Photography Project, is a medium-to-low grain black and white film with an ISO of 100. It has an excellent tonal range and is suitable for any 35mm camera. This is a great option if you are interested in black-and-white photography but want to try a relatively new-to-the-market film.
Wolfman Black and White Negative 35mm Film
$11.99$13.99
WolfMan is a 35mm B&W negative film (triacetate base) with medium to low grain and high resolving power. The film has a speed rating of ISO 100. This new panchromatic B&W film delivers great tonal range, processes standard B&W and pops easily into all 35mm cameras from point-and-shoot to single-lens reflex.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
8. CineStill 400Dynamic Color
This color film has fine grain and a soft palette that will give your subject rich, warm skin tones. Though it is 400 ISO, you can push it to 3200. It is perfect for indoor and outdoor shooting and features a process-surviving anti-static lubricant coating ideal for SLRs and automatic film cameras. You can purchase this film in both 35mm and medium format.
400Dynamic Color Negative - 120 Film
$16.49
This is a brand new film from CineStill that everyone is so excited about. Enter in your email to be notified when we have stock and receive any other updates about this great addition to the CineStill film family.
CineStill 400D is a fine grain film that delivers a soft color palette with natural saturated color and rich, warm skin tones. The film has a wide dynamic range, with a base sensitivity of ISO 400 but can be rated from 200 to 800, and it can be pushed up to 3200. This makes the film highly versatile, suitable for any lighting condition, any event, and can be used either outdoors or in the studio. 400D was specifically designed for still photography, to be processed in C-41 chemistry by any photo lab or at home. In addition, it also features a process-surviving anti-static lubricant coating that will make it an ideal film for both manual SLRs and automatic winding cameras.
9. KONO Manufaktur ® Sunstroke 200 Color 35mm Film
This film is for the experimental shooter who enjoys some unpredictability in their results. The film features light-leak effects that bring interesting dashes of color across every image. It is a typical color film that can be processed at any lab that processes C41 film.
DELIGHT ART 100 Color Negative 35mm Film
$23.99$26.99
The KONO! DELIGHT ART 100 – COLOR TINTED FILM is based on first-class professional film stock. Each roll is carefully tinted by professionals. A completely new look is the outcome of carefully altered hue, saturation, and contrast.
KONO Manufaktur® always took pride in the craftsmanship behind their production of our films. Nearly 30 years of professional experience working with film stock, gave Kono the know-how to design and build Kono's machines.
Kono had to question everything we knew and rethink each production step to make the KONO! Delight Art 100 possible. This resulted in a new device, it is still a made by hand and time-consuming process, but all crucial parameters are now completely digitally controlled. This ensures steady results and is at the same time as gentle to the film stock as imaginable.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
10. Moment Reusable Travel Film Pouch
We have the reusable travel film pouch for the film shooter who is always on the go. Fill up the pouch with both 35mm and 120 and enjoy days of photographing. The 1L size fits about 15 rolls, and the 2L size fits about 25 rolls. The pouch can also store other shooting accessories if you don't shoot film. You could use it for cables, cords, memory cards, or extra protection around a hard drive.
Reusable Travel Film Pouch - 1L (~15 rolls)
$20
Protect your film with our travel-friendly, reusable storage pouch. Its super durable construction keeps your rolls protected from fridge to bag, with transparent TPU sides that make it quick for airport security to hand-check your precious rolls. Not shooting film? The travel pouch is the perfect lightweight stash option for tech accessories, cables, or anything else you want to keep clean and dry.
11. Kodak RETO 35 mm Film Case
This cute film case has a retro look and is the perfect place to store your 35mm film, whether on your desk, in the fridge or in your bag. These cans were widely used in the 70s for film packaging, so they pay homage to the heyday of film photography. It's a perfect option for the nostalgic film shooter.
RETO Film Case - Silver Lid, Silver Body / 35 mm / 120 film
$22.99
The body is made of aluminium and the cap is made of steel, KODAK film cans were widely used in the 1970s for film packaging, only later changed to grey-top plastic containers. The canisters were painted colourful and carried a lot of joyful memories. It was indeed a big part of film photography history. We are inspired by the selection of materials and colours and wish to recreate a new version of the KODAK Film Case, only to make it even more practical and stylish.
12. Long Weekend Monterey Sling
Long Weekend, a line of photography-related products and gear by photographer Willem Verbeek, features some of our favorite items in the Moment store. This sling is a miniature take on the famous Santa Fe Shoulder Bag. It is perfect for carrying your camera and other essentials while shooting on the go. The external compartments are perfect for storing extra rolls of film. Even your most plus-sized iPhone can fit into this bag, too.
Monterey Sling - Cosmic Purple
$50
Inspired by epic road trips, shooting film, and slowing down to take it all in. It’s our popular Santa Fe Shoulder Bag in a smaller cross-body fanny sling form.
With 2L of capacity, this sling is the perfect sidekick for carrying your film camera, point-and-shoot, and plus-sized phone, along with all your daily essentials. The classic silhouette and super adjustable strap make this pack feel equally at home cross-body or around your waist.
External zipper and cargo pockets are perfect for your quick access items like extra rolls of film. A simple internal slip pocket keeps you organized and easily fits plus-sized phones.
13. Online Course: Shooting Your Dream Concept: Film Photography with Mike Gray
An online course is a wonderful gift for a film shooter – whether they’re just starting out or far in their journey. Not only will they get a lot out of it, but they’ll enjoy the process, too. Mike Gray gives us an inside look at how to plan and execute your dream shoot on film in this online course. And it’s only $50, quite a low price for a class.
Shooting Your Dream Concept: Film Photography with Mike Gray
$25$50
Get an inside look at how to plan and execute your dream shoot on film. Mike offers a step by step approach that includes everything from coming up with ideas to actually bringing your idea to life.
**Important: All lesson purchases are final in consideration of the creator's hard work. To learn more, click here.
14. Fieldwork Really-Nice Leather Film Pouch
This film pouch is made from "really nice" leather, stitched with "really nice" traditional saddle stitching and "really nice" Japanese flat waxed thread. These film pouches are made-to-order in a family-run home studio in Alberta, Canada. Not only is this a practical gift, it is a meaningful one, as each pouch is one-of-a-kind.
15. Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2 Smartphone Printer
This tiny printer allows you to print photos from your smartphone! You can do this through the Instax Mini Link app and add details to your prints, like bubbles, petals, neon, spray paint, or glitter. The printer requires Instax Mini film. It would be an excellent gift for anyone who likes to include imagery in their journaling or scrapbooking or for anyone who wants to display photos around their home.
16. Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Light Meter
Though there are light meter apps on phones now, there is nothing like using a natural light meter when shooting film. It allows you to stay in the moment (disconnected from your phone) and harkens back to the original tradition of film photography.
17. Lomography Simple Use Metropolis Single-Use Camera
This isn't just any old 35mm camera. This very straightforward point-and-shoot comes with color gels attached to the flash to illuminate your images in pink, blue, yellow, or any combination of those three colors. This teeny pocket looks like a disposable camera but is not; you can continuously load it with film, and it easily fits in your pocket.
Simple Use B&W 35mm Reusable Film Camera
$16.99$19.99
The Lomography Black & White Simple Use Camera, Preloaded with Lomography Lady Grey ISO 400 film, this reloadable camera is perfect for beginners and can be reloaded with any 35 mm film. What’s more, thanks to the powerful flash you can capture the moody monochrome madness everywhere you go 一 even in low-light situations.
*Note: Opened consumable items (film or film cameras) are not refundable. To learn more click here.
