Est. for film shooters

Cameras with stories left in them.

A curated shop for vintage point-and-shoots, 35mm film SLRs, rangefinders, lenses and accessories. Every piece is tested, graded and ready to shoot.

60-Day Full Refund Policy

We stand behind every piece of vintage gear we sell. If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, return it within 60 days for a full refund—no questions asked.

All items are carefully inspected and tested before shipping to ensure they meet our quality standards.

Our grading system

Every product is carefully evaluated and graded
  • Grade A - Mint

    Perfect condition with no visible wear or defects

  • Grade B - Excellent

    Minor signs of use, fully functional and well-maintained

  • Grade C - Good

    Visible wear but still in good working condition

  • Grade D - Fair

    Noticeable wear and tear, may have cosmetic imperfections

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We stand behind every product we sell. If you're not completely satisfied, we'll make it right.

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Our story

Halide & Grain started in a Rochester

In a city built on film, it felt wrong to watch good cameras gather dust. What began as a weekend habit — combing estate sales, fixing light seals at the kitchen table, running a test roll through each body — grew into something we couldn't keep to ourselves. Today we hunt down the cameras that defined the look so many people chase: the punchy compacts of the late nineties and early 2000s, the workhorse 35mm SLRs that taught a generation to expose, and the quiet rangefinders that reward patience. Each one is cleaned, serviced, and shot before it earns a spot in the shop. We're not a museum. These cameras are meant to be carried, loaded, and used — to come back with grain, halation, and the occasional happy accident. That's the whole point.