The larger size allows images to appear less grainy as they are enlarged. The film is perforated on the edges so that it may be wound to and from one spool.ġ20 FILM: Much larger than 135 film, it is 61mm wide. Standard frame size is 36x24mm, with a standard of 36 exposures. The term 135 actually refers to the metal cassette the roll of film is enclosed within. FILM SIZESġ35 FILM: Also referred to as 35mm film (the width of the negative), although that designation is typically reserved for 35 mm cinema stock. It’s also quite clear, with less grain than negative film. Because of this, it captures a rich range of colors. REVERSAL FILM: Also known as “slide film”, it captures images as a “positive”, replicating color and values directly.
Good for preserving details in high-contrast situations. NEGATIVE FILM: Captures images as a “negative”, in which colors and values are inverted. Instead of listing these definitions alphabetically, we’ve grouped them into categories so you can easily compare them.
To give you a hand, Richard Photo Lab whipped up a little quick-reference blog defining some of the foundational elements of film formats! Use it as you start experimenting with film, or if you’re in need of a few refreshers (plus some additional deets you may not have known). Even if you’re a seasoned pro, it’s easy for the basics to escape you as your focus shifts to developing your artistic vision. If you’re new to film photography and just starting to dabble in the wonderful world of film, there’s a lot of foundational knowledge and jargon about the medium you’ll want to understand.
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