In today's world, everything seems to move faster than the speed of light. This holds true within the world of photography with new techniques and methods pushing the envelope in this ever evolving industry.

35mm cameras use 35mm film which is both suitable for still photography and motion pictures. The 35mm camera was unveiled to consumers in 1934 and reached huge popularity by the late 1960s.

Standards were adhered to in the industry and the usual film format is 24x36mm, allowing for 2mm gaps between frames. The standard roll length is 36 exposures but 12 and 24 exposures are also popular for today's 35mm camera. Some disposable cameras, used for taking holiday snaps and for special occasions, tend to use 6, 8, 10 or 15 exposure film.

In 1913, the American Tourist Multiple was released to the public. Inaccessibly expensive, photography enthusiasts would have to wait until 1925, when the 35mm Leica camera was released at a more affordable price.

The Leica quickly caught on amongst photography enthusiasts. Its compact size, quality glass and German craftsmanship all contributed to the success of the 35mm Leica camera. The Leica became the standard for professional photographers, fashion photographers and photojournalists.

Film cartridges were not introduced until 1934, when the Kodak Company released the Kodak Retina. The Kodak Retina was manufactured in Germany. In 1960, photography would take another industrial leap the Single Lens Reflex camera (SLR).

A new technology hit the photography scene in the form of Single Lens Reflex. This type of camera created a much friendlier user experience by providing a viewfinder and preview screen. The SLR cameras advance the film via motor freeing you from manually forwarding your film.

The introduction of digital cameras made a huge impact on the market but Digital SLRs have gained in popularity as the price has decreased and the 35mm camera is once again, secure. These cameras combine the convenience of a digital camera with the flexibility and quality of an SLR.

Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji and Ilford are the leaders of the camera making world. These visionaries have all contributed to the evolution of photography and will undoubtedly be a part of future advancements. The traditional 35mm film camera will never be forgotten and has played an integral role in the popularization of photography on all levels.