Analog photography guides for beginners
Everything you need to know to get started with film. No unnecessary jargon — practical advice from someone who has spent 20 years with cameras in hand.
The 3 questions every beginner asks
The best 35mm cameras for getting started in 2026 — matched to your budget and goals. (En español)
Guide to developing labs in Spain — prices and turnaround times updated. (En español)
How to buy cameras on Wallapop safely: what to check, what to ask, how to protect yourself. (En español)
SLR, compact or rangefinder: differences, advantages and which one is right for you.
Quick glossary for beginners
Film sensitivity to light. Higher ISO = more sensitive (better in low light, more grain).
The mechanism that controls how long light reaches the film. Measured in fractions of a second.
The diameter of the lens opening. A lower number (f/1.8) lets in more light and creates more background blur.
Single Lens Reflex. A camera with an internal mirror that lets you see exactly what will be photographed.
The standard format for analog photography. The easiest to find and develop.
The foam/rubber seals that prevent light from entering the camera body. Often need replacing on old cameras.
A camera without an internal mirror, with a separate viewfinder. Quiet and compact.
A barcode system on modern film cartridges that cameras read to configure themselves automatically.