Amazon Prime Day Deals for Photographers | The Best Discounted Photography Gear on Amazon

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Amazon Prime Day is here!


Today and tomorrow there are some major deals going on and I’ve been keeping an eye on quite a few photography-related things, so I wanted to share!

First off, you can’t go wrong with a memory card, so I’ll definitely be grabbing one of these Sandisk Extreme Pro memory cards. I use them ALL the time for weddings. I’m a little over-cautious and get nervous about deleting files off of them. So I usually wait a few months after a wedding to delete them, just to make sure I have the files in multiple places on my hard drives, and to give Backblaze (the online file storage service I use) time to upload all of my files. So I can never have enough of these!

I’m also super excited because the Polaroid Go Generation 2 camera is on sale in the cute red color. I’m definitely keeping my eye on this one… I just love polaroid cameras so much! The Polaroid Now+ Generation 2 is also on sale, and you can get a full kit with film and everything for only $144! If you’re looking to delve into instant photography, either one would be a great place to start. I kind of want these adorable Polaroid storage boxes too… ugh, so many fun things!

Polaroid.com is having awesome sales today and tomorrow too, so if you’d prefer to order directly from them, check it out here!

In terms of full-frame DSLR cameras, it’s exciting to see the Sony A7 III on sale for $1498. This camera was a major contender when I was looking to upgrade my DSLR. They are pretty amazing, especially if you’re into photo and video. It’s a great hybrid and Sony cameras are known for their super sharp images. The 50mm 1.8 FE lens is discounted today for only $198 too! But if you’re looking for a super pro lens, I’d recommend the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 lens,

Oh! And the Canon 6D Mark II is on sale for $999! I already have two 6Ds so I don’t need another one, but if I did, I’d snatch one of these up today, for sure. The 6D is an incredible deal for a professional DSLR, even when it’s not on sale. I used the 6D for years as my main camera and I photographed around 50 weddings with it. You really can’t go wrong, especially if you’re on a budget and you don’t want to break the bank buying your first DSLR. If you’re more interested in the mirrorless cameras, the Canon EOS R100 is only $399 today! If you’re just getting into photography, this might be a good place to start. :) In terms of Canon lenses, I’ll always recommend the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 L II lens or the 50mm f/1.2 L lens. You can check out my blog posts about the 24-70mm here or the 50mm lens here!

In terms of studio lighting, one of my favorite ring lights, the Neewer 19-inch ring light, is on sale! I always have one of these with me at a photo shoot because they are great for fill light, makeup artists, and the perfect amount of light for shooting polaroids inside. Sometimes a ring light will be the only light I use for a shoot, just because I love how flattering it is for fun makeup looks and it creates a unique ring shape in the eyes of your subject. They’re also great for vloggers and TikTokers!

The GoPro Hero11 is discounted too! I always have a GoPro with me on my travels because they’re so tiny and inconspicuous. And I love that you have the option of super wide views to capture architecture. And one of my favorite features of the GoPro is using them underwater. I took mine with me to Hawaii and it was so fun watching the video footage of the sea turtles! I usually travel with a Sony Handycam AX100, a GoPro, and an iPhone for all of my video work for my YouTube channel. But sadly, the Handycam isn’t on sale today. It’s a great video camera though, and we love the old-school vibe of a handheld camcorder.

Honestly, there are so many good deals today, so I recommend just browsing through the camera section of the Prime Day Deals. You can also check out my Amazon storefront for more photography-related products. I hope these ideas help to spark your inner photographer! Let me know what you end up with! Happy hunting!

<3 Myles Katherine

Kodak Gold 200 35mm Review with Sample Photos | My Favorite 35 mm Film to Use with a LomoApparat

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Kodak Gold 200 has been growing on me. I used to prefer more cool-toned film, but lately I’ve been craving warmth, sunshine and summertime. I always make sure to take Kodak Gold 200 with me now on any beach/island vacation. It just has that magical sunshine glow that makes everything look like golden hour. It’s also super duper affordable! Lately, it’s actually one of the cheapest films you can buy! It’s kind of amazing because I find it to be super sharp and reliable too. Any time that a friend or family member asks me what film stock I recommend, I always include Kodak Gold in my list. It’s a great film for beginners too because it’s surprisingly forgiving and automatically creates that warm Hollywood vibe to give photos a cinematic feel.

I wanted to share a few samples photos so you can get an idea of what to expect with this film. For these photos, I used a LomoApparat 35 mm film camera and I find it to be the perfect combination. The LomoApparat is a ridiculously fun camera by Lomography that has tons of filters and options for making your photos creative and unique. It’s not the sharpest camera in the land though, so combining it with a faster film like Kodak Gold 200 gives your photos a bit more clarity. I have a YouTube video about the LomoApparat here! Also, keep in mind that your film lab can have a huge impact on how your final results turn out. Oftentimes, you can work with your lab to make sure you get scans that you love. You can tell them whether you want more warmth or less warmth. How you want the blues to look. Whether you want the shadows lifted. I scan all of my own film with an Epson V750 so I have a lot of control over my images. I typically try to do a pretty straight scan first though, and then I’ll adjust color tones in post-processing. I find that this gives me the most control. Plus, I know I’ve saved thousands of dollars in the long run by scanning my own film. I just ask my lab to “process only” and they mail me the negatives. I cut them and scan them myself, then store them away in film storage binders labeled by year. I definitely have a system down at this point and it gives my OCD brain so much satisfaction.

Luckily, because it’s so affordable, it’s not a huge risk to just try it out! You can pick up Kodak Gold in 35 mm or 120 formats. You can also check out my blog posts about my Top 5 Favorite 35 mm Color Films or 5 Unique Films to Try to Make Your Photos More Interesting if you’re looking for other fun film options to try out. :) Or you can stop by my Amazon storefront for more camera/film recommendations. :)

Thanks so much for stopping by! Feel free to leave any questions/comments below!

<3 Myles Katherine

WHERE TO BUY

Kodak Gold 200 35mm Film

Amazon

Adorama

Kodak Gold 200 120 Film

Adorama

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