 Stephen |
Film for Landscape I am going on a trip to Washington on the 11th of July. So, a quick response will be helpful. What are good films to use for shooting landscapes? I plan on using slides, and negative film. I have used Fuji Velvia, and Agfa RSXII with good results for slide film. I have used Agfa Ultra 50, they dont sell no more, and Agfa Optima II with good results. Reala is ok, terrible to use on overcast days. I was thinking of trying Konica Impresa 50, or even centuria, since its cheaper. Maybe some consumer film. Who knows. I want something professional most likely. I want to hear everyones opinion. Please help!
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Jeff S. Kennedy |
There's no one film that's right for any one subject. It all depends on how you want the shots to look. I use primarily Velvia. That's what I like. You say you've used it in the past. Did you like it? If so, I would say use that because not only is it a good film but you are familiar with it. Being familiar with a film is every bit as important as what film you use.
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Hermann Graf |
Stephen, I agree with Jeff's general statement: it depends on your personal taste. As for negative films for landscapes, I have made good experiences with Kodak Royal Gold 200. Also Kodak Color world will do, but then, the colors are coming stronger, and contrast is higher.
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doug Nelson |
I like Velvia when I want really saturated color, which is often. I shoot it at ASA 40 instead of the recommended 50, but if you are happy with the exposures you're getting, shooting as you are, don't change anything. Fuji's Provia is a little less saturated, but is a 100 speed film. For prints, I like Kodak's new Supra, in 100, and for really overcast or rainy days, 400. Enjoy Washington, DC, but don't run around the streets after dark.
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