Thames & Hudson The Collector's Guide to Vintage Film Photography
Ever felt the itch to dive into the gritty, unpredictable world of analogue photography? Retro Cameras: The Collector's Guide to Vintage Film Photography is your golden ticket. This isn't just any guide—it's a deep dive into thirteen formats (think 35mm SLRs, rangefinders, and even those charmingly simple viewfinders), packed with over four hundred stunning photos that don't just sit pretty. They tell you how to squeeze every last drop of potential out of these mechanical marvels.
Here's the kicker: it's not all about looking good. Sure, the book's got style for days, but it's the substance that'll keep you hooked. From quick-reference shooting guides that'll save your bacon to a peek at must-have retro accessories, it's like having a seasoned collector whispering secrets in your ear. And those 'test drives'? They're the next best thing to getting your hands dirty with the cameras yourself. Plus, there's a glossary so thorough, even the old hands might learn a trick or two.
Published by Thames & Hudson, this 288-page beauty is more than a book—it's a 550-image love letter to vintage film photography. Whether you're just starting your collection or looking to add some rare gems, Retro Cameras is the wise-cracking, know-it-all friend you never knew you needed.
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- Practical reference for film shooting
- Over 100 camera models featured
- Includes shooting guides and accessories
- Over 550 illustrations
- Design-led guide to vintage cameras
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- Brand: Thames & Hudson
- Seller: Amazon
- ID: 0500296979
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- : 978-0500296974
- Language: English
- paperback: 288 pages
- publisher: Thames & Hudson (May 2, 2023)
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.1 x 7.8 inches
- Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
- First listed by seller: 5/8/25
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| Update | May 17, 2026 | Apr 13, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | Mar 21, 2026 | Apr 18, 2026 | May 16, 2026 |
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| Language | English | English | English | English | English | English |
| paperback | 288 pages | 224 pages | 524 pages | 272 pages | 144 pages | |
| publisher | Thames & Hudson (May 2, 2023) | Rocky Nook | Little, Brown; Reprint edition (June 1, 1995) | Routledge; 7th edition (March 26, 2020) | Rocky Nook; 2nd edition (October 18, 2022) | Hill and Wang; Reprint edition (October 12, 2010) |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 1.1 x 7.8 inches | 3.5 x 0.5 x 5.25 inches | 7.5 x 1 x 9.45 inches | 6.14 x 1.25 x 9.21 inches | 10 x 0.75 x 7.75 inches | 5.4 x 0.35 x 8.25 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | 2.31 pounds | 1.35 pounds | 8.4 ounces | 2.05 pounds | 2.31 pounds |
The Collector's Guide to Vintage Film Photography Design-led guide to vintage cameras
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