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Sunday, November 19, 2023

News Roundup: Mid-November 2023


Just a few items in analog film news so far this month.  To start, as widely reported, based on a report by John Sexton on his blog, johnsexton.com, Photo Systems Inc. (PSI) will resume production of Kodak chemistry.  Previously, Sino Promise of China had the license to distribute Kodak chemistry.   Scroll down or search for (Ctrl-F) the article title with: KODAK PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC CHEMICALS .

One Instant is offering DIY kits for producing pack film, the original Polaroid format instant film.  Available for pre-order only, Super Sense has developed a scheme to cut the cost of pack film by putting the final stage of assembling the film pack in the hands of the photographer.  No darkroom needed, all tools provided, the price is discounted at €88 for 8 one-shot packs in color, B&W or Choco.  Delivery is expected in early 2024.

The Film Photography Project is offering discounts across the board for all of its 120 format Kodak medium format film.  No discount code required.  Kodak has discounted 120 format film that it produces, and the FPP is passing the savings on to you.  

FPP also announces that FPP 4x5 BW InfraRed negative film is back in stock.  

Last month, Kosmo Foto showcased a short film shot entirely on Kosmo Foto Agent Shadow film.  The still picture movie or picture movie uses still images to convey a sense of motion.  "The Welsh Werebit" is a Halloween comedy.