Does the camera come with film?
Unfortunately, no but you’re able to purchase your own film from one of the locations listed below.
Where can I buy & develop film?
- UBC Photosoc
- Room #0009 – UBC LIFE Building (6138 Student Union Blvd)
UBC Photo Society sells black and white (B&W) film at low cost and has a dark room accessible to members to develop your own B&W film.
- Kerrisdale Cameras
- 2170 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC
Kerrisdale Cameras sells, develops, and scans both B&W and colour film.
- London Drugs
- 2230 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC
- 4588 Dunbar St, Vancouver, BC
London Drugs sells, develops, and scans both B&W and colour film.
What film should I buy?
We recommend ISO 200 or 400 black and white or colour 35mm film for this camera.
What if I haven’t finished shooting my roll yet? Do I have to return the camera?
You can renew your camera loan one time on your Library Account.
How to load & rewind film
What are the camera specs?
Optics Lens: 31mm, F=10
Focusing: 1m ~ infinite
Shutter Speed: 1 / 120s
View Finder Field: 70%
Tips, tricks, and sample photos
We recommend taking photos in bright sunlight or direct light. If you are in a dimly lit area, we suggest using flash directly on your subject.
To ensure your subject is in focus, take your photo at least one meter away.