Posts by Author: David Prochnow
Our resident “how-to” project editor, David Prochnow, lives on the Gulf Coast of the United States in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He brings his expertise at making our photography projects accessible to everyone, from a lengthy stint acting as the Contributing How-To Editor with Popular Science magazine. While you don’t have to actually build each of his projects, reading about these adventures will contribute to your continued overall appreciation of do-it-yourself photography. A collection of David’s best Popular Science projects can be found in the book, “The Big Book of Hacks,” Edited by Doug Cantor.
A New Lens Embraces the Classic Leica Super-Six Formula
May 4, 2026
David Prochnow
Today’s Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.9 Rigid-ZS6 represents a modern interpretation of classic rangefinder optics, blending vintage character with updated performance for contemporary photographers. Announced…
Two New Large Format Color Negative Films are Now Available
May 4, 2026
David Prochnow
It’s not very often that a new large-format color negative film appears on today’s market. Surprisingly enough, two new, reasonably-priced color negative 4×5-format films have…
Make this Modern Take on a Locket Portrait
May 4, 2026
David Prochnow
Are you looking for that ideal/unique gift for an upcoming special occasion (e.g., birthday, Mother’s Day, etc.) that shows someone that you really love them?…
WideluxX Camera Now Available for Pre-Order: Limited Quantities
Apr 29, 2026
David Prochnow
If you’ve been following the re-birth of the Widelux F8 camera, now embodied as the WideluxX camera, then you’re well aware of the arduous struggle…
AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 Mark II Full-frame Lens for L: Reach Out and Touch Something
Apr 28, 2026
David Prochnow
Are you looking for a fixed telephoto lens for your full-frame L-Mount camera? Have you considered something from the crowded 75mm to 90mm field (which…
Batman v Superman; PC v Mac; Digital v Film: the Age Old Conflict Finally Resolved
Apr 28, 2026
David Prochnow
For some reason, human beings just can’t leave “well enough” alone. Does it really matter who or which is better in any arena of differing…
Today is Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day 2026; Here’s a Modern Way to Take Your Photograph
Apr 26, 2026
David Prochnow
Lensless lovers of the world rejoice, today is Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day 2026 (WPPD). Yes, this is the day where you leave your cameras and…
PSA: Fujifilm’s Popular Compact Camera will Be Available Soon–Very Soon!
Apr 24, 2026
David Prochnow
Quickly and quietly emerging from the perpetually backordered stock list, DIYP has learned that the Fujifilm X100VI “should be” available for purchase on 29 or…
A New Down Under Film Company with a Very Curious Name and Brand
Apr 24, 2026
David Prochnow
What sounds like a worker at a conspiracy theory Web site is, in reality, the name of an Australian-based film company. Known as Mr. Negative,…
Leica Gallery, New York Participates in AIPAD 2026 – The Photography Show
Apr 23, 2026
David Prochnow
The 2026 edition of The Photography Show presented by AIPAD marks a significant milestone for Leica Gallery New York, as it makes its debut at…