Digital vs Film vs Super 8 for Weddings + Elopements

Faith Te Poel
5 hours ago
2 min read

Digital photography

Clean, timeless, and reliable

Digital photography is what most people are familiar with. It's consistent, flexible, and dependable. It handles low light well, adapts quickly to fast paced moments.

Digital images tend to feel clean and true to life. Colors are accurate. Moments are sharp. There is comfort in knowing nothing will be missed.

Digital is a great choice if you want:

Full coverage from start to finish
Crisp images of every moment
Flexibility in lighting and environments
A timeless look that ages well

Most couples choose digital as their foundation because it allows me to document the full story of the day without limits.

Film photography

Soft, nostalgic, and imperfect in the best ways.

Film feels different. It slows things down. Every frame is intentional. There's natural grain, softness, and depth that cannot be replicated digitally.

Film images often feel emotional before they feel perfect. Highlights glow. Shadows fall gently. Skin tones feel warm and organic.

Film is for couples who love:

Nostalgia and timeless texture
Intentional moments over perfection
The feeling of something tangible and rare
A slower, more romantic visual story
Film does not capture everything. It captures what matters. That is the magic of it.

Super 8 video

Movement, emotion, and memory in motion.

Super 8 is not a traditional wedding video. It's not about perfection, audio, or staged moments. Super 8 feels like memory. It captures the way the day felt, not just how it looked.

Super 8 is for couples who want:

A cinematic keepsake
Emotion over polish
Movement and atmosphere
Something that feels deeply personal and nostalgic

It pairs beautifully with photography because it adds a layer of life that still images cannot fully capture.

Combining mediums for a fuller story

Many of my couples choose a mix. Digital for full coverage. Film for depth and emotion. Super 8 for movement and memory.

Together, they tell a story that feels layered and complete.

You do not have to choose just one. You get to choose what matters most to you.

My approach - Digital vs. Film vs. Super 8

I offer digital, film, and Super 8 because I believe every story deserves to be told intentionally. I help my couples decide what fits their day, their values, and the way they want to remember it.

Your wedding is not a performance. It's a memory in the making.

And the way it's documented should honor that. Whether it's digital vs. film vs. super 8, they all hold a special place in my heart.

If you are planning a wedding or elopement and want help deciding which medium fits your story best, I would love to talk.

You can reach out through my contact form and we will figure it out together.

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