Film stock is the photographic film loaded into a camera to capture images. Each stock has its own character, influencing colour, contrast, grain and how light is recorded. Some produce bold, saturated colours, while others offer softer tones or the distinctive texture of black and white. Choosing a film stock is part of shaping the look of a photograph before you even press the shutter.

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That variety is what makes film so appealing. Kodachrome is known for its rich colours, while CineStill 800T is loved for its cinematic character and the reddish glow that can appear around bright lights. Film-inspired Lightroom presets bring elements of these looks into digital photography, using adjustments to colour, tone and grain to give your images a flavour of analogue.