> Hi! I realise this is not exactly
> Nikon-related, but I'm thinking of
> getting a family portrait done, and
> I'm wondering about the ability of
> 35mm to enlarge to 20x30. I intend
> to use Ektar 25, and a Nikon prime
> (probably an AIS 105/2.8 Micro). Any
> ideas whether the resolution will
> hold or if the shot will be viewable
> from perhaps a foot away at least?
> This pertains to both lens and film
>(I read somewhere that Ektar 25 will
> allow for "grainless" 20x30 inch
> prints, but frankly I'm a bit
> skeptical!).
Ektar 25's a GREAT film -- it's nearly as good as
Kodachrome 25. At 20x it'll accurately record all
of the camera shake, blocked shadows and/or
burned out highlights that you'd never notice on
a smaller print. ;-)
Seriously, The film isn't the limiting factor on enlarging
35mm prints. Use a good tripod, lock up the mirror if
you can, and bracket in 1/3 EV steps and you'll get some
decent shots.
The 105 macro should be more than adequate.
-Don
