Why this works
The reason
film still wins.
You get home. The feeling starts to fade within days.
By the weekend, it's already becoming "that trip we took." The group chat slows down. The tan goes. The photos on your phone sit in a folder you haven't opened.
Then, a week later, an envelope arrives. And it all comes back - the nights, the people, the moments you'd already started to forget. How it felt, as much as how it looked.
The delay is the whole point. Digital photos reward you instantly and lose their meaning within an hour. Film photos land on your doorstep at exactly the moment the trip is starting to blur - and pull you straight back in.
Most trips end when you land.
This one keeps going.
Common questions
Honestly answered.
What if I've never used a film camera?
Nothing to set and nothing to focus. Flash on, point, shoot, wind on.
What if I don't like it?
Cancel in one click from your account and keep the camera.
How does the subscription work?
£30 today gets you the starter kit: a free CATCH camera, 3 rolls of roda, 3 development credits, a travel bag and a prepaid mailer. Then it's £30 a month. Every 90 days we send 3 new seasonal rolls and 3 more development credits, for as long as you subscribe. Cancel any time from your account and keep the camera.
Can I cancel?
Yes, any time, one button in your account. You keep the camera and anything already shipped. No questions, no hassle.
What film do you use?
We make our own 35mm films, all on limited runs. This season it's roda, a warm ISO 400 film made for people. It holds up when the light goes - parties, winter weddings, dinner tables, early dark. Flash on and get close and it does the rest. The canister is blank so you can draw your own. You can put any other 35mm film in your CATCH camera.
What happens if I mess up the shots?
Honestly, you will - some shots will be blurry, some overexposed, one or two might be double-exposed by accident. That's part of it. The camera is designed so the common mistakes (under-winding, bad lighting) are hard to make, and we send tips and tricks by email to help you get the most out of each roll.
What if my film gets lost in the post?
Happens to about 1 in 1000 rolls. Reinforce the mailer bag or upgrade to a tracked delivery for extra protection.
How fast do I get my photos?
Within 72 hours of receiving your film, so normally 7 days after you send. We don't sit on them - we know you want them and getting them back is the best part. Worth the wait.
Can I get prints?
We don't sell prints directly - you get high-resolution digital scans, easy to share. Some customers print one or two once they have seen the whole lot.
Can I use my own film with the camera?
Yes - any 35mm film works in the CATCH camera, and we can develop them anytime using our digital development service.
Does this work for weddings?
Yes - check our
camera + film kits for multiple cameras and films to shoot weddings, parties and any event from every angle.
Is there a warranty on the camera?
Yes - 90 days if the camera is faulty. Email us with your order number and we'll send a replacement.
Do you ship outside the UK?
Not yet - but drop us a message on Instagram
@catchcameras if you're really desperate and we'll see what we can do.
How do I load the film?
There's an easy-to-follow guide and it's important to learn. Once you have done it once, it's really easy.
Can I open the back of the camera after loading?
No - this will expose the film to light and ruin your photos. Always make sure the film is fully wound back in before opening. The camera has a small indicator window so you can see if film is loaded.
