For snapshots, I use Fuji Superia "X-TRA" 400 36 exp. from B&H at less than US$2 a roll. It'll be slightly more at a store, but you can find it anywhere. I prefer its color palette to that of Kodak, and it's slightly less expensive. Grain is minimal.
I don't use a 200 speed film, period. I'd rather get an extra stop. I occasionally use Fuji Superia Reala (ISO 100) if I have enough light or I'm working with a tripod. Kodak's Portra 160 NC and 400 NC are great if you're after a more subtle color palette. AFAIK, Portra 400 B&W one finds in a camera shop and their consumer C-41 B&W you get at Walmart are the same film, just different packaging. I also use this from time to time, primarily because good silver B&W processing is getting more difficult to find every day. I don't do my own anymore. :( Tim On 12/23/04 22:43, Jason Randolph wrote: > (Or, how I learned to stop worrying and ask about film) > > Hello to all! Here we are at another holiday here and I have to open a > can of worms.... > > Which "over the counter" (a.k.a., easily attainable) brand/type of film > is best for all around color and possible enlargement to 8x10 quality? I > personally have always leaned towards Fuji (because I am not rich enough > to seriously "play" or "experiment" with rolls. Plus, my Zenit was a hit > or miss anyhow for exposure so I couldn't get reliable quality to > compare), but if you had to rely on one roll, what would it be? > > I also like the Kodak B&W C-41 process film since it's easy to shoot > with, have developed. Does anyone have personal experience with the > POLAROID High Definition 35mm print film found at Wal-Mart? What makes > it high definition and is it a natural choice for lack of grain and easy > enlarging? Do you like that high definition film and can you really tell > a difference? > > I know, what a can of worms to open. Thanks for the replies! > > Hope all have a Merry Christmas (all who celebrate it that is)... > > Jay > > >
