that I should use? I know their are many types of film out there, but is their a certain brand to go with? Kodak? Fuji? Any others? Again I am very new to this, pointers and tips you can share will be greatly appreciated!! Thanks!!
2007-05-25 18:41:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
IMHO, Kodak films produce better skin tones across the board. Plain old Kodak 200 is one of the most under-rated films around, it has been my go-to film for years. Fuji really makes reds and greens pop, I like using it for landscapes sometimes. Kodak and Fuji are the only films widely available. Agfa and Konica are out of business, Polaroid is a sideline player, and the house brands are mostly Ferrenia or Fuji of some sort.
Here's something else to consider: Generally Kodak looks better printed on a Noritsu printer, and Fuji looks better on a Fuji printer. Fuji prints better on Noritsu than Kodak does on Fuji. Of course, a lot depends on how well the machines are maintained, and on the person operating the equipment.
I suggest trying several different kinds from both Kodak and Fuji to see what is pleasing to you, learn the characteristics and find a favorite for most situations.
2007-05-26 01:52:23 · answer #1 · answered by Ara57 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been shooting with Kodak films for well over 30 years, and have found it to provide the best results. I have tried fuji, but was not pleased with the results, and would always recommend Kodak films.
I use Tri-X when shooting B&W. I prefer the 100asa when I can find it, but am just as happy using the 400asa if it is all that is available. T-Max is also good film, though not quite as good as Tri-x.
My first choice for shooting in color is always Kodachrome 64. No other film comes close to it's color range, and deep saturation. If slides are undesirable, then I use UC100, or UC400, which give great color depth, and saturation, while still being reasonable in price, and can be developed in any 1 hour lab.
2007-05-26 14:56:40 · answer #2 · answered by unpolarized 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the Kodak and Fuji websites and let them help you select a film that is suited for your purposes. Good old Kodak Gold 200 is great for nicely lit settings. Herb Keppler in PopPhoto has been promoting Kodak Gold 400 as the best choice for most people, as the film is VERY forgiving in any kind of equipment. It will let you get a decent image under almost any situation.
It is better to go for the type that is 35 mm wide instead of 33 mm.
2007-05-26 04:41:39 · answer #3 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For color print film, a really good one to start with is Fuji Superia Extra 400. I have shot tons of this stuff and it's just great film. For black & white (if you need that) I'd suggest Kodak Tri-X or, if you can't find that, T-Max 400.
2007-05-25 21:10:40 · answer #4 · answered by Karl W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Different films have different characteristics. A good shooter will match film type to subject matter and the feeling he is trying to evoke. Yes, brand name plays a factor, fuji for greens and reds, foe example, but you can mix grain structure, tonal ballance, contrast range or use specail films for special effects. Ask your pro shop or call a college phot to dept for help
2007-05-25 18:50:28 · answer #5 · answered by Harrison H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋