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Film Photography News — September 2026 Recap: Polaroid Mod, Phoenix in 4x5, Save $ on Film, and Develop C-41 at Room Temp

Kyle McDougall got to try experimental sheets of Harman Phoenix and Kentmere 400 in 4x5 — the results are impressive. Photography in search of whimsy is a short essay on the state of culture and technology.

Film Photography News — September 2026 Recap: Polaroid Mod, Phoenix in 4x5, Save $ on Film, and Develop C-41 at Room Temp

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Kyle McDougall got to try experimental sheets of Harman Phoenix and Kentmere 400 in 4x5 — the results are impressive.

Photography in search of whimsy is a short essay on the state of culture and technology.

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Kyle McDougall got to try experimental sheets of Harman Phoenix and Kentmere 400 in 4x5 — the results are impressive. Photography in search of whimsy is a short essay on the state of culture and technology. I share 27 tips for saving money on film, my complicated and somewhat disappointing experience with Lucky C400, and a formula for developing C-41 at room temperature.

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  • Flash ⚡️ Exposure Calculator, and an interview with C41 Coffee founder on this month's Analog.Cafe Podcast.

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Polaroid Mod is a new camera — launched just now¹!

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