Film Log

Overview

The Film Log is the heart of Filmbase, allowing you to track each roll of film from the moment you load it into your camera until it's developed and scanned. This comprehensive logging system helps you maintain detailed records of your exposure details.

Viewing the Film Log

The Film Log page displays all your film shooting records with the following information:

• Name: Descriptive title for the roll (often the location or subject)
• Label ID: Optional identifier or roll number (often used in lab workflows)
• Camera: The camera used to shoot the roll
• Film Stock: The specific film used
• Start Date: When you began shooting the roll
• End Date: When you finished the roll
• Dev: Development status indicator
• Scan: Scanning status indicator

PRO users can view the exposure details for each frame in the roll by clicking on the roll name in the table, which will take them to a detailed view. Frame data is logged by the Field Recorder tool.

Action buttons for editing and deleting entries appear on the right side of each row.

You can search for specific logs using the search bar at the top of the page.

Adding a Film Log Entry

To log a new film roll:

1. Click the Add Entry button in the top-right corner

2. Complete the film log form with these details:

   • Name: Enter a descriptive name for this roll
   • Label ID: Optional identifier for the roll (useful for lab processing)
   • Stock Name: Select the film stock from your inventory
   • Camera: Select the camera used from your profile
   • Shot ISO: Enter the ISO the roll was shot at (may differ from box speed)
   • Date Started: Select when you began using the roll
   • Date Ended: Select when you finished the roll
   • Developed: Check if the roll has been developed
   • Scanned: Check if the roll has been scanned
   • Notes: Add any additional information about the roll

3. Click "Add Entry" to save the log

When you add a film log entry, Filmbase will:

• Decrease your available inventory for that film stock
• Increase your consumed roll count
• Make the roll available for detailed frame logging in Field Recorder (PRO users only)

Editing Film Log Entries

To edit a film log entry:

1. Find the entry in the log
2. Click the pencil (edit) icon on the right side of the row
3. Update any fields as needed
4. Save your changes

Editing is particularly useful for updating development and scanning status or adding notes after processing.

Deleting Film Log Entries

To remove a film log entry:

1. Locate the entry in the log
2. Click the trash (delete) icon on the right side of the row
3. Confirm the deletion when prompted

Note: Deleting a log entry may affect your recorded frame data and inventory statistics.

Development and Scanning Tracking

The Film Log includes status tracking for both development and scanning:

• Development Status: Track whether a roll has been developed
• Scanning Status: Track whether a roll has been scanned

These statuses are visualized as circle icons that change from empty to filled when completed.

Film Log Workflows

Typical Workflow:

1. Start a new roll:

   • Create a log entry when loading film into a camera
   • Record the camera and start date

2. During shooting:

   • Use Field Recorder to log individual frames (PRO users, optional)

3. After finishing:

   • Update the log entry with the end date

4. After processing:

   • Update development status
   • Update scanning status
   • Add notes about processing results

5. After scanning:

   • Use EXIF Editor to embed metadata in scans (PRO users: links with Film Log)

Film Log Best Practices

• Consistent Naming: Use descriptive, searchable names for your rolls
• Timely Updates: Update log entries promptly as rolls progress through your workflow
• Detailed Notes: Use the notes field to record important information about shooting conditions
• Label IDs: Consider using a consistent labeling system if you send film to labs
• Regular Review: Periodically review your logs to identify patterns and preferences

Relationships with Other Modules

The Film Log module connects directly with:

• Inventory: Decreases available stock when rolls are logged
• Dashboard: Contributes to usage statistics and film consumption metrics
• Field Recorder: Provides the foundation for detailed frame-by-frame logging
• EXIF Editor: Links your physical rolls to digital scans via metadata