So, here it is! By the time you are reading this, unless you were living inside a digital cave, you know Ilford Harman, the British film manufacturer that we’ve known for years for their B&W timeless emulsions, has changed the game by releasing a C41 emulsion, a global release that took everyone by surprise….
As the world moves towards more advanced technologies, airports in Europe and USA have begun using new X-Ray scanners called CT scanners in their security checks. While these scanners may seem like a step towards improved safety, they could have a very damaging effect on your film. This blog post will discuss the differences between…
It’s finally time to open pandora’s box. TIFF vs. JPG, how do they really work? Is one better than the other just because? TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) and JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) are two great image formats that are widely used to store digital images. It can be tricky to tell the…
Ever wonder how film is actually manufactured? It’s no secret that analog photography is getting more and more popular, so we can’t help but ask: what does this all mean for the film supply? Fortunately, Smarter Every Day has given us an inside look at the Kodak plant in Rochester, New York, where we…
As 35mm color film became scarcer than toilet paper during the pandemic days, we have seen an increasing amount of eager film photographers looking at different options to keep shooting color on 35mm and not die trying. This eventually shifted the focus to “the other” type of film made by Kodak. The color film…
Carmencita Editions – Yes, we publish books!
[New Return Policy] – We believe your negatives should age by your side
While the convenience of digital archives is undeniable, let’s not overlook the actual, timeless value of your negatives. They aren’t just physical remains; they’re the core of your photographs. In other words, they are your ultimate backup! As photographers, one of our main concerns is the archiving and preserving our work. That’s why we’ve updated…
[NEW DROP POINT] Leica Store Frankfurt
This is a special one, something that we dreamed of and we can finally announce with pride: Leica Store Frankfurt has joined the Carmencita Family. Photographers in Frankfurt can now drop off their film at our new local Drop Point! Needless to say, we’ve been huge Leica fans since forever, so collaborating with them still…
SilvergrainClassics x Leica Gallery Frankfurt Meetup
Clear some time in your calendar and start packing your gear because we’re going on a trip! If you follow us on Instagram, you’ll already know what we’re talking about… On June 25, we’ll be special guests at the SilvergrainClassics & Leica Gallery Frankfurt analog meetup! Although we may not be the…
XXXL is here!
Photo by Aida Chambó XXXL RESOLUTION We know that as film shooters you have several possibilities when it comes to getting your images scanned, and we’ve certainly come a long way from our M-size comfort zone. Whenever we have the chance to upgrade your options, we try to figure out how we can deliver our best….