How I started shooting film & why I never stopped

In 2010, I shot my first roll of film on a Mamiya C33, and it completely changed how I saw photography. What started as an experiment quickly turned into a passion — and now, 15 years later, I’m still hooked.

In this video, I share how I got started with film photography, the gear I’ve collected (including my beloved Mamiya RZ67, Praktica MTL5B, Pentax K1000, Olympus OM-10, and more), and why I never stopped shooting film even in the age of digital dominance.

If you're a fan of analog photography, love vintage cameras, or just curious about how film compares to digital, this one’s for you.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - Chapter I: How it started
02:36 - Chapter II: How it’s going (gear acquisition syndrome)
05:56 - Chapter III: Why I never stopped

Mentioned Cameras:
Mamiya C33
Praktica MTL3 / MTL5b
Mamiya RZ67
Olympus OM-10
Pentax K1000
EXA 1c
Yashica 635
Semflex

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