
Film speed
What is film speed? Film speed is a measure of a photographic film’s sensitivity to light. It is expressed as an ISO number and determines the film’s ability to capture …
Camera gear explained
What is film speed? Film speed is a measure of a photographic film’s sensitivity to light. It is expressed as an ISO number and determines the film’s ability to capture …
What is a camera strap? A camera strap is a device that attaches to a camera and allows the user to carry the camera around their neck or over their …
What is an enlarger? A photographic enlarger is a device used in a darkroom to project an image from a photographic negative onto a piece of light sensitive paper in …
For anyone following the evolution of photographic gear in the last few years, it’s no surprise that mirrorless cameras (or ILC as they are also known) have been steadily growing …
Mirror lock-up is a feature found on some SLR camera models that allows the user to lock the mirror, which is located in front of the sensor or film, in …
A safelight is a type of lighting fixture used to provide working light in photographic darkrooms. It is a light source emitting light in an area of the spectrum that does not affect the light sensitive materials for which it is designed.
What is a memory card reader and how does it work? A memory card reader is an electronic device used to access data stored on a digital memory card and …
A cable release, also known as a threaded cable release, is a device used to actuate the shutter of a camera without touching the shutter button.
What is a Lens Board? A lens board is a photographic accessory used to attach a lens to a large format camera or an enlarger. Lens boards represent the oldest …