309 Retro Reboot

The Future of Photography

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Is film making a comeback? In this episode, we explore recent developments in film photography. The Pentax 17 pre-orders have vastly exceeded expectations, causing delivery delays and stock issues (read more). Mint has introduced the Rollei 35AF, an autofocus remake of the classic Rollei 35, expected by summer 2024 (read more). Fujifilm is restarting production of its C200 and C400 films in China, sparking interest in the Chinese market (read more).

Picks of the Week

• Chris: Pentax 17
• Jeremiah: Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D LM

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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. The Trend of Analog Photography (00:01:22)

3. Limitations and Creativity in Film Photography (00:03:46)

4. Re-Analoging Aesthetics: Film and Vinyl (00:04:14)

5. Analog News: Pantex 17 (00:08:29)

6. The Success of the Pantex 17 (00:10:09)

7. Personal Thoughts on the Pantex 17 Camera (00:11:44)

8. Analog News: Rollei 35 AF Revival (00:12:08)

9. Rollei's Legacy and Revival (00:13:03)

10. Personal Experience with Rollei 35 AF (00:15:37)

11. Analog News: Fujifilm C200 and C400 Films (00:19:37)

12. Yes Star's Role in Film Production (00:23:38)

13. Resurgence of Film Photography (00:28:47)

14. The Fusion of Digital and Analog (00:35:38)

15. Analog Exploration: M.R. Alvandi Large Format Cameras (00:39:07)

16. Pick of the Week: Pentax 17 Camera (00:41:48)

17. Cost vs. Frequency of Camera Use (00:42:56)

18. Nostalgia for Miniature Cameras (00:43:41)

19. Conclusion and Farewell (00:44:20)