Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/10/31

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Film question
From: John Collier <jbcollier@home.com>
Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2000 08:02:07 -0700

Try a few rolls of Kodak's Portra 160 NC. I use it and 400 NC and am very
pleased with the results. The VC is a little too punchy for my tastes
(unless I am in flat shadowless lighting).

John Collier

> From: "Zeissler, Mitch" <mzeissle@gcipoa.gannett.com>
> 
> Hi...
> 
> I've been using Provia 100F with my Noct [on topic] and am delighted with
> the fantastic Leica bokeh.  However, with the holidays approaching, and the
> anticipated requests from relatives for "2 copies of that shot you just
> took", I'm looking for a print film that has the same spectacular results
> [i.e. excellent grain, wonderful color, and not too contrasty].
> 
> I think Royal Gold 100 is too vivid, producing ruddy skin tones, but have
> not yet tried Supra 100.  Nor have I tried Reala or Superia recently.
> 
> Any ideas or experiences to share?
>