What does gauge mean in film?
What does gauge mean in film?
Film gauge is the literal width of a film strip, as measured in millimeters. This width can determine the quality of the film itself, how much light passes through it (during filming and projection), and the literal size of the film strip. All types of film gauges bring with them unique advantages and disadvantages.
How much does it cost to develop 16mm film?
A 400′ roll of brand new 16mm film (not re-cans) will run you about $100 – $125, and will give you 11 minutes of footage. The processing/scanning will come out to be around the same, so for every 11 minutes you shoot, you’re looking at about $250 all in.

Is Super 8 film still made?
Although Kodak no longer produces Super 8 cameras, the company still makes four different kinds of Super 8 film. (You can find used Super 8 cameras on eBay.)
Can you scan Super 8 film?
This scanner is fully automated, making it super simple to use. Just load your reel, feed the film through and press the start button. The scanner pulls the film through automatically and scans frame-by-frame to create a digital MP4 file that can be easily transferred to your computer.
Why are movies shot in 35mm?
It’s cheaper to work on film, it’s far better looking, it’s the technology that’s been known and understood for a hundred years, and it’s extremely reliable.” – Christopher Nolan, Director of Dunkirk. “It’s just like the difference with vinyl and MP3.

Can you still get 16mm film?
Kodak is now the only company that makes motion picture film stocks. They currently have six stocks available for 16mm, which can work in either Standard 16mm or Super 16mm cameras. There are four color negative films, one black and white negative film, and one black and white reversal film.
Did 8mm film have sound?
For 8mm film strips (also known as Regular 8), you can tell they have audio by whether they have a yellow or rust-colored strip running along the reel next to the sprockets. This colored strip is the audio strip, just like in 16mm film.
How much does it cost to scan a Super 8 film?
$0.62 – $2 per foot
From $0.62 – $2 per foot (50 ft minimum) Pro8mm has over 40 years of expertise in the film to digital scanning of Super 8, Regular 8, Max 8, 16mm and Super 16mm of production and archival film. One size does not fit all when it comes to scanning film.
How expensive is Super 8mm?
Super 8mm cameras are fairly easy to come by. You can find them at antique shops, flea markets, camera shops, and online (eBay, craigslist, etc.). Most cost under $100 but the nicer models can run closer to $800.
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