Nikon FE235mm Film Camera After couple winter-themed posts, which were rather appropriate given the recent cycle of snow and freezing temperatures, we're briefly going back to fall 2025 and my Fun Fall Fridays photo series. Maybe the sunshine will warm us up, even if just for a few seconds.

This fall Friday took us to the Sodus Point, NY area. We started the day with a wonderful hike around Chimney Bluffs and ended the day at Sodus Point to see the lighthouses and the lake. We also enjoyed walking through the village, even though its summer season was definitely over by then. I wanted to link to the Chimney Bluffs post here for an easy reference only to realize I did not get to posting that one yet. If you're curious how the day started, I invite you to return soon and hopefully the post will be here.

Sodus Bay LighthouseSodus Point, NY

Sodus Bay Lighthouse, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

We started the village walk by the old Sodus Bay Lighthouse, which is now a museum operated by the historical society. It was a gorgeous bright sunny day, which I could use right about now. Yes, the winter gloom of Western New York is already getting to me and it's only January.

For bright days with a lot of blue sky I settled on using an orange filter. It darkens the sky, makes white puffy clouds stand out, helps lit terrestrial objects to stand out, adds depth. There are other variables like the film used, lens used, and developer used but for the most part, I like the orange as it sits between yellow and red.

Sodus Bay Lighthouse Back YardSodus Point, NY

Sodus Bay Lighthouse Back Yard, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

From there, we walked the streets towards the beach and pier finding a few unplanned points of interest along the way.

Old Mansion GateSodus Point, NY

Old Mansion Gate, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

The tug boat, barge, and pile of rocks entertained us for quite a while and I was glad that on top of my 24mm wide angle lens I also brought a 135mm medium telephoto.

Construction on WaterSodus Point, NY

Construction on Water, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

Moving Rocks in Sodus BaySodus Point, NY

Moving Rocks in Sodus Bay, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

The above and below photo show the difference between looking through the 24mm lens vs the 135mm one.

Fischer Hayden Tug BoatSodus Point, NY

Fischer Hayden Tug Boat, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

Sodus Point Beach ParkSodus Point, NY

Sodus Point Beach Park, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

Sodus Point Outer LightSodus Point, NY

Sodus Point Outer Light, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

Puddle by Sodus Outer LightSodus Point, NY

Puddle by Sodus Outer Light, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

As I was looking for other interesting angles beyond the centered head-on, I saw the speedboat coming from the right. I hastily framed this composition and waited for the boat to be just about right, click.

Boating by Sodus Point Outer LightSodus Point, NY

Boating by Sodus Point Outer Light, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

For the most part, other than family photos, you won't find people in my photographs. That is intentional for many reasons. However, as I kept walking away from the outer light and turned around, I could not resist. The two fishermen completed the distant view of the lighthouse perfectly.

Fishing on Sodus Bay PierSodus Point, NY

Fishing on Sodus Bay Pier, Sodus Point, NY
Photographed with a 35mm Nikon FE2 on Fuji Acros II 100 Black & White Negative Film

Thanks for stopping by again, this time for an urban photo walk. I hope to see you again soon.

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