In this video I break down five different film cameras I’ve personally bought for under $100, and why I think they’re fantastic beginner options if you’re trying to get into film photography without overthinking it. I’ve been having a lot of fun shooting film recently, and every camera in this list has performed great for me—so I’m confident they’ll treat you well too. I cover a mix of rangefinders, fully manual SLRs, and easy electronic/point-and-shoot options so you can pick what fits your style. For my rangefinder lovers, I talk about the Konica IIIM (3M) and why that fixed 50mm Hexanon f/1.8 is seriously sharp—good enough that I even compare it to shots from my Leica setup. Then I get into the Pentax K1000, the classic “student camera,” and why learning the exposure triangle on an all-manual body can pay off big. After that I shift into electronic cameras like the Canon Rebel film line (especially if you already own EF lenses), plus super affordable point-and-shoot options like a Pentax Zoom and the Olympus XA2 for travel. My biggest takeaway: skip eBay at first and hunt thrift stores, estate sales, and Goodwill to find these cameras cheap, then upgrade later if you want.