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Godox takes on Canon, Instax, Polaroid and Kodak with its new dye-sub portable printer. Published 6 hours ago This new dye-sub printer from Godox challenges the Selphy, Mini Link and Hi-Print status quo Godox has just extended its tentacles even further into the wider realm of photographic accessories, challenging the best portable printers from Canon, Instax, Polaroid and Kodak. The Godox P100 Portable Color Photo Printer offers portable, even pocketable, credit card-sized printing. However, unlike many affordable pocket printers that use underwhelming Zink technology, the P100 employs high-end dye-sublimation printing. The dye-sub process delivers rich colors and deep blacks that are near-photographic print quality, with a laminated top layer to protect the image from handling. It produces 86 x 53mm prints (on 97 x 53mm paper) at 300dpi, with 1,256 printhead heating elements able to render 16.7 million colors. These specs put it in competition with the likes of the Canon Selphy QX20 and Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3, both of which are actually slightly lower in resolution. However, Godox doesn't state how fast the P100 prints - only that it delivers "quick printing, fast results" - so it will be interesting to see how it compares to the Selphy's 40-second prints and the Hi-Print's 60-second offerings. The P100 pairs with the Godox app, available for iOS and Android, which offers features like ID photos, filters, frames, stickers and collages. The device also works via Bluetooth and even supports NFC for quick connection. At just 142.5 x 86.8 z 26.8mm and 320g, it's the perfect size for throwing in a shoulder bag or leaving on the table at parties and events. And I personally think it's a much prettier little printer than its rivals. The best camera deals, reviews, product advice, and unmissable photography news, direct to your inbox!

Eastman Kodak gets a UK distributor for its rebranded films. 2 2 minutes read Eastman Kodak's film distribution resurgence continues. The legendary Rochester-based Eastman Kodak and United Kingdom-based Dupli have announced that Dupli is now the official UK distributor of Eastman Kodak Film. The new partnership will bring Eastman Kodak's rebranded family of films, which kicked off last year with Kodak Kodacolor, to photo retailers, labs, and analog specialists across the United Kingdom. "Being selected as Eastman Kodak's UK distribution partner is a significant milestone for Dupli and one that we're incredibly proud of," says Mike Fawcett, CEO of Dupli. "For generations, Kodak film has inspired photographers around the world, and demand for analogue photography continues to strengthen across the UK. As a business dedicated to supporting the photographic industry, we're excited to bring Eastman Kodak Film to our customers and make this iconic range more accessible to retailers, labs and specialist stockists nationwide," Fawcett continues. "This partnership reinforces our long-term commitment to the analogue market and reflects the confidence Eastman Kodak has placed in Dupli as its UK distribution partner." This is just the latest of Dupli's recent moves to expand its analog photography product offerings. Over the past year, Dupli has begun distributing films from CineStill, Candido, Lucky, and KEKS, and expanded its product selection from Harman and Ilford. Dupli is selling Eastman Kodak films starting today, including 35mm, 120, and large-format films. As Dupli explains, it is also a distributor of Kodak Alaris films. It's a somewhat confusing situation, which Eastman Kodak hopes to resolve by bringing distribution back under its roof. Eastman Kodak has always manufactured Kodak film, but it sold its sales and marketing division to Kodak Alaris in 2013 amid financial problems. Eastman Kodak's finances are much better these days, and the company has taken the reins back. As Dupli adds, it believes that it will continue to sell Kodak Alaris film for the foreseeable future alongside the new Eastman Kodak-branded products. In some cases, the films are seemingly identical. In other cases, there are different names. For example, Eastman Kodak sold the Portra name to Kodak Alaris over a decade ago, so its Portra equivalent is called "Ektacolor Pro." It's the same situation with T-Max, which is Ektapan in Eastman Kodak's new language. "Adding Eastman Kodak to our lineup marks another major milestone in our commitment to keeping film photography thriving across the UK, highlighted by signature stocks including Kodacolor 100 and Kodacolor 200, alongside 46 other versatile films that come in all different shapes and sizes," Dupli concludes. It's a good time to be a film photographer, and more options are almost invariably good for analog shooters. Image creditsEastman Kodak and Dupli Affiliate Disclosure PetaPixel articles may include affiliate links; Real Hacker may earn a commission if you buy through one.

Eastman Village Harrow: from Kodak legacy to shared ownership living. Tuesday 11 August 2026 Today, Eastman Village is an established neighbourhood in Harrow with great transport links and local amenities at your doorstep, offering a modern collection of one and two bedroom shared ownership apartments, ready to move into now. Built on the site of the former Kodak Works, Eastman Village celebrates the legacy of one of Britain's most iconic manufacturing centres. Named after Kodak founder George Eastman, the development pays tribute to a site that helped shape both the photography industry and the local community for generations. The birth of Kodak in Harrow. The story begins in 1891 when Kodak opened its first manufacturing facility outside the United States in Wealdstone, Harrow. At the time, the area consisted largely of farmland, but the arrival of the American photography firm marked the beginning of a period of transformation. Initially, the factory focused on developing and printing photographs before expanding into the production of photographic paper and film rolls. As demand for photography grew during the early twentieth century, so did the Kodak Works, establishing Harrow as an important centre for innovation. The village population jumped from 2,500 to 12,000 by 1911. By the 1920s, the site became much more than a factory. Kodak invested heavily in its workforce and facilities, creating a research laboratory, sports grounds, social clubs and even a museum dedicated to the history of photography. The factory helped attract new residents to the area and played a major role in shaping the local community. During World War II, the factory supported the war effort with materials for military photography and even helped 156 employees' children escape the Blitz by sending them to stay with families in the US. By the 1950s, Kodak Harrow was at its peak. Spanning 55 acres and employing around 6,000 people, it was one of the largest employers in Northwest London. The Kodak chimney became a familiar sight on the Harrow skyline. It served as an iconic landmark and symbol of the area's industrial heritage. The start of a new chapter. As digital photography began to rise in the industry, demand for traditional film products declined. Production at the Harrow factory gradually reduced throughout the 2000s, with photographic film manufacturing ending in 2005. After more than a century of operation, the Kodak Works eventually closed in 2016, bringing an end to 125 years of history in Harrow. Today, the former Kodak site has been transformed into Eastman Village, with over 2,000 new homes set around six generous acres of parkland. The village was carefully designed to honour the site's heritage while creating a vibrant new destination for modern living. Original elements of the Kodak Works have been incorporated into the development, including the restoration of the historic Kodak chimney and the retention of heritage brickwork throughout the neighbourhood. Eastman Village - historically significant culturally connected. With exclusive on-site amenities including a residents' gym and a newly opened Sainsbury's supermarket, Eastman Village offers the best of both worlds. Located in Zone 5 with excellent rail connections into central London, it also boasts six acres of parkland at the heart of the community. Designed with convenience and wellbeing in mind, Eastman Village offers secure cycle storage, electric car charging points and year-round access to the Enterprise car club. All homes also feature private outdoor space providing the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Prices start from £85,000 for a 25% share of a one bedroom apartment (with a full market value of £340,000). Marketing suite and show home viewings take place Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm, by appointment only. Book your viewing online or call Hyde New Homes on 0808 3019 810.