Keeping track of different film in different bodies

[Lund]

I use the masking tape and sharpie routine. I usually write some notes on the film canister before loading as well. Date, camera, planned ei, such things. Then complete with end date and other useful information when taking the film out of the camera.

 

[gilpen123]

If you tend to shoot multiple brand of film I suggest you use the 1st shot with a shot of the film.

 

[flip]

If you tend to shoot multiple brand of film I suggest you use the 1st shot with a shot of the film.

If you dev it wrong, you might know why!

 

[NaChase]

I shoot 80% Acros and 20% Ektar, both ISO 100, so it's pretty idiot proof. At least for me.

 

[Steinberg2010]

Neopan 400 in the M5

Tri-x/FP4 in the M3

That's the rule of thumb - of course both have either a film reminder dial or a meter which makes it easier...

~S

 

[David Hughes]

Hi,

Having read the thread through I'm beginning to appreciate, fully, the APS cameras. And they number the cartridges.

BTW, when taking two cameras with the same film in but different lenses, usual for a show, I usually photograph on of the cameras at the start to identify both of them on the film. It wastes a frame but then I often get 38 to a cassette.

Some time ago, for all these reminders etc, I thought that a blackboard and a piece of chalk would be an improvement. I bought one a few years ago and screwed it to the wall; haven't looked back since then (and no batteries required).

Regards, David

 

[Coldkennels]

Some time ago, for all these reminders etc, I thought that a blackboard and a piece of chalk would be an improvement. I bought one a few years ago and screwed it to the wall; haven't looked back since then (and no batteries required).

I've been using a small notepad + pen that fits into a dedicated pocket on my camera bag and sits on my shelf when I'm at home. But I do like that idea a lot.

My bigger issue is that I bulk load so much film - and, of course, the canisters have no labels. Trying to decode what is APX100, what's HP5 and what's XP2 is a nightmare, so I leave little scraps of paper with the emulsion and roll length in each canister. Then I can write on the back of the paper the camera + lens (and even roll number, if I'm shooting a lot that day) when the roll is done.

 

[shadowfox]

Reduce the number of cameras with film in it.
I can keep track of two, not more.

 

[loquax ludens]

I use the blue painters tape and sharpie on the bottom of the camera, then I write on the film canister when I remove it from the camera. I also keep a small notebook in my camera bag to jot notes in as needed.

I like the idea of using a pencil to write directly on chrome bodies. The colored dots or the non-permanent removable labels that can be transferred to the film can after removing from the camera seem like a good idea too.

 

[zauhar]

Masking tape and sharpie, I record camera, film, and the speed I am shooting at. When I unload the film I transfer the tape to the film can. When I load the film in the tank, I transfer the tape to the lid. After developing I transfer the tape to the clip the film is hanging from.

At least that is what I am trying to do...

Randy

 

[Aristophanes]

I use the blue painters tape and sharpie on the bottom of the camera, then I write on the film canister when I remove it from the camera. I also keep a small notebook in my camera bag to jot notes in as needed.

I like the idea of using a pencil to write directly on chrome bodies. The colored dots or the non-permanent removable labels that can be transferred to the film can after removing from the camera seem like a good idea too.

Crayons works as well.

 

[barnwulf]

I use a small piece of artists tape on the base plate. The artists tape is easy to write on with a ultra fine sharpie. Sometimes I use a piece of card stock cut to fit in the hot shoe. - Jim

 

[David Hughes]

Hi,

Interesting, guessing that most of us shoot with manual cameras and not P&S's, then I'd expect us all to use a note book and list the exposure (shutter speed and aperture and any adjustment) for each shot.

So all we have to do is head the first page in the note book with the camera model, serial number (if two) and film details. Then start the listing with frame no. 1 and so on.

And for Coldkennels, get that blackboard now; you won't look back. The kitchen is where we keep ours. Bought it from the PR dept. of one of the large Champagne makers in France years ago. It's the sort they put the menu on in cafes, bistros etc.

Regards, David

 

[Coldkennels]

And for Coldkennels, get that blackboard now; you won't look back. The kitchen is where we keep ours. Bought it from the PR dept. of one of the large Champagne makers in France years ago. It's the sort they put the menu on in cafes, bistros etc.

I would, but I had to move back in with my parents when my degree ended, and barely have any room for anything as it is. (The less said about the economic situation that led to this, the better.) But believe me, as soon as I have a place of my own, a blackboard will be purchased!

 

[Bob Michaels]

In one camera. With one lens. And one developer. 😉

I always use the same film, one camera and do not care what lens I used, nor aperture, nor shutter speed. I never have had anyone look at one of my photos and wonder about those things.

If I have film that needs to be pushed, I note the e.i. with a Sharpie on the film canister when I remove it from the camera.

I do carry a 4x6" spiral notebook and pen. But that is for names of subjects or other information.

 

[Paul Jenkin]

Bain of my life. I can't always remember to take a notebook and record all the data and not many of my cameras have a holder for the film carton end. My solution is only to have one camera loaded at once but sometimes I even manage to forget what's in that....!!

 

[Nokton48]

This still works best for me.

This still works best for me.

Some of my cameras have built-in memo holders, some I have added, and for some, I tape the backside of the filmbox to the rear of the camera. Don't make this mistake anymore.

I bulk-load and frquently use a variety of emulsions.

 

[steveyork]

I cut an identifying square segment out of the cardboard film box to fit hot shoe

The obvious and classic answer. Folded in two they fit perfectly.