10 Must-Bring Film Photography Items to Bring on A Weekend Trip
Road trip lovers and film enthusiasts unite. Here's your go-to list for packing everything you need for film photography during travel.

Here's the scenario: you're going on a weekend trip to a brand new place and planning to document all the coming memories — on film! But before you hit the road, you must ensure you have any necessary analog items packed and ready to go.
Film photography is an art form that requires special equipment, and having the right gear can make all the difference between capturing stunning shots or missing out on once-in-a-lifetime moments.
Do you have enough film rolls to last the trip? Batteries? Did you double check you have your light meter or a bag rugged enough to keep the cargo safe?
While packing your pouch, consider the items below to your checklist to make life a little easier.
Here are our top 10 picks.

1. Extra Batteries
Without power, you're screwed.
If you're planning to shoot lots of film on a trip, pack batteries like you'd pack underwear: more is more. Many older analog cameras take CR2 or CR123 batteries. LR44 and SR44 are also common. Some cameras only use a battery for the light meter, while others need one to power on and fire a shot. Whichever battery your camera requires, stock up ahead of time and bring more than enough to last through your trip.

Kodak
Professional Portra 400 Color Negative Film 35mm
Eyeing the go-to choice of pro film shooters? Kodak Portra Film at true ISO 400 delivers spectacular skin tones and color saturation in 35mm format
Buy for $79.992. Fresh Film
Choose Everday-Favorite Stocks!
You can't shoot film without film!
Bring a couple of new rolls of a staple stock like Portra 400, T-Max 400, or whatever your favorite daylight-balanced stock may be. When you shoot your favorite roll, you can trust that the results will be exactly what you expect - no surprises. Then you can focus on the moments you want to capture.

Kodak
Professional Portra 400 Color Negative Film 35mm
Eyeing the go-to choice of pro film shooters? Kodak Portra Film at true ISO 400 delivers spectacular skin tones and color saturation in 35mm format
Buy for $79.99
Kodak
Professional T-Max 400 Black and White 35mm Film
You want the sharpest 400-speed B&W film in the world? Kodak Professional T-MAX 400 35mm Film is it, in addition to being the finest-grained!
Buy for $12.993. Fun Film
Don't be afraid to experiment!
If you've never used an expired film, a vacation is a great time to try. The results can be unpredictable depending on how old it is, but that's part of the fun.
A weekend trip is also perfect for shooting more unconventional 35mm film stocks like Fantome Kino 8, Moonstruck 200, or Wolfman B&W.

Lomography
Fantome Kino 8 Black and White Negative 35mm Film
If super low ISO is what your film camera craves, look no further! FantĂ´me Kino B&W 35mm Film is perfect for striking portraits, and gritty street scene snaps
Buy for $8.99
KONO Manufaktur ®
ORIGINAL MOONSTRUCK 200 Color Negative 35mm Film
Bring some flair into your film photography! Kono's bestseller MOONSTRUCK is a Color Negative Film reanimated with the help of a bag full of moonlight.
Buy for $16.994. Film Carrier Cases
Keep your rolls SAFE!
Film carriers, like this RETO film case, make it easier and quicker to swap out rolls on the go. If you're trying to grab a quick shot, having the film unboxed and ready helps ensure you don't miss the moment.

Kodak
RETO Film Case
Keep organized and your film safe! The RETO Film case will hold your 35mm or 120 rolls nice and snug with the body made of aluminum and the cap made of steel.
Buy for $24.995. Camera Bag
Choose a bag that's right for you.
The type of bag you carry will depend on the size of your camera and how much extra gear you bring. For a weekend trip, most people like to pack light.
A small carrier or pouch will keep compact 35mm cameras protected and your accessories organized.
Choose a camera backpack or tote if you're traveling with a larger medium-format camera.

Long Weekend
Point and Shoot Camera Pouch
Protect your Camera! Putting your Camera in a Camera Pouch is the best thing you can do for it to avoid scratches and even dampen the occasional fall.
Buy for $24.99
6. Camera Straps
Show the camera off, baby.
They say the best camera is the one you have with you, and what better way to ensure you always have a camera handy than to hang it around your neck? Grab a new camera strap that's light and comfortable enough to wear when you're out and about.

Clever Supply
Traditional Camera Strap (Split Ring)
A great camera strap option for those that prefer the neck strap with split-ring connections. Each strap comes with two removable split-ring bumpers.
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7. Light Meter
For indoor use and low-light conditions.
If your camera is fully manual, an external light meter can help make sure you always nail the exposure. The reliability of built-in light meters can fade as camera bodies age.
A pocket-sized unit like the Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate is small and lightweight enough to throw in a weekend bag.

Sekonic
L-308X-U Flashmate Light Meter
Those bulky light meters are so yesterday! The pocket-sized Sekonic L-308X-U FLASHMATE is a small and light digital light meter with a full suite of functions
Buy for $229.00
Manfrotto
Compact Light Aluminium Tripod With Ball Head
Manfrotto quality at this price!? It's a no-brainer! Get this fully functional light tripod if your gear is under 1.5kg. It will be your favorite travel tripod
Buy for $79.999. Lens Filters
Small item, big impact.
Neutral Density (ND) filters help control how much light enters the camera. These are essential if you're trying to shoot wider apertures for a more shallow depth of field in bright sunlight. Also, consider adding a diffusion filter to your lens for a softer, cinematic effect.

Moment
CineBloom Diffusion Filters
You wanna capture dreamy, film-like footage on your camera or smartphone? The Moment CineBloom Diffusion Filters are the secret sauce! Available in 5%, 10%, 20%
Buy for $59.9910. Disposable Camera
Easy, fun, and super simple.
For those moments when you don't want to over-analyze the shot and capture the action, a disposable camera is pocketable and perfect. Don't think; shoot!

Kodak
EKTAR H35 Half Frame Film Camera
Wanna maximize your film roll? The EKTAR H35 Half Frame Film Camera doubles your images per roll using half of each frame per shot. Reduce cost, shoot more!
Buy for $49.99