Watch: This man captures a rugby match with a 130-year-old camera, and the results are 'awesome'
A captivating video showcases a man capturing a rugby match with a 130-year-old camera, reminding us of the timeless beauty of vintage photography. With over 9.6 million views, this heartwarming glimpse into the past, has gone viral.
Old objects possess a unique charm that transports us to a different era, evoking nostalgia and wonder. Recently, a captivating video surfaced online featuring a man capturing moments at a rugby match with a 130-year-old camera fitted with a new reel. The results are a beautiful reminder of the past, blending vintage aesthetics with modern experiences.
A teacher who goes by @TheFigen_ on X recently shared, ¡°He shot the match with a 130-year-old camera, and these images are awesome!¡±
Check out the video below:
He shot the match with a 130-year-old camera,
¡ª Figen (@TheFigen_) October 2, 2024
and these images are awesome!pic.twitter.com/nrZosTJoOF
The post quickly went viral, racking up over 9.6 million views in less than 24 hours.
The video is titled "Shooting rugby on a 130-year-old panaromic film camera."
The camera, likely a classic from Kodak, is paired with an Ilford reel, a well-known UK-based manufacturer of photographic materials.
As he snaps photos, the anticipation builds, culminating in a reveal at the end of the video of stunning black-and-white images that transport viewers back to the 1800s, showcasing rugby players in action from his perspective.
How did people react?
The comments section was filled with awe and appreciation.
One user exclaimed, ¡°Omfg did not know that was still possible thanks for the cool video.¡±
Another remarked, ¡°Oh, that's amazing, for that camera to work, he should have taken good care, and the result looks amazing.¡±
Someone else said, ¡°Oh I¡¯d love to buy one of these, even if it¡¯s a recreation.¡±
Yet another described it perfectly: ¡°Timeless shots from a classic camera!¡±
Another gave credit to the film itself, noting, ¡°But the film he used was new and it deserves a lot of the credit.¡±
Others joined the conversation by sharing more videos of stunning photographs taken with similar vintage cameras:
Taking photos with a 130 year old camera-Cartridge Kodak from 1897 pic.twitter.com/Kj7A6cNTra
¡ª DaVinci (@BiancoDavinci) October 2, 2024
Some of the best Black and White Photographs were done almost 100 yrs ago by Ansel Adams.
¡ª floridanow1 (@floridanow1) October 2, 2024
Ansel Adams sets up a shot on his car-top camera platform, Yosemite Valley, California, 1942 pic.twitter.com/fnNcxuioR1
Taking photos of a music festival on a 130 year-old panoramic film camerapic.twitter.com/fxQiVGsqb3
¡ª John Wick (@Scentofawoman10) October 2, 2024
Well, a delightful treat for the eye for those who adores the charm of the old world!
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