Film comparison
Kodak Aerocolor IV 2460 vs CineStill CineStill 50Daylight
- Aerocolor IV 2460 is a stop faster (ISO 100 vs 50).
- CineStill 50Daylight is more forgiving of exposure errors.
- Aerocolor IV 2460 is cheaper in 35mm (about £14.00 vs £16.00).
Side by side
| Aerocolor IV 2460 | CineStill 50Daylight | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kodak | CineStill |
| Type | Colour negative | Colour negative |
| Box speed | ISO 100 | ISO 50 |
| Process | C-41 | C-41 |
| Formats | 35mm | 35mm, 120 |
| Grain | Very fine | Very fine |
| Contrast | Medium high | Medium |
| Latitude | Good | Excellent |
| Saturation | Moderate | Moderate |
| Price, 35mm | about £14.00 | about £16.00 |
| Price, 120 | — | about £17.00 |
| Availability | Current | Current |
Rows that differ are in bold. Prices are typical UK prices and change often.
How they look
- Aerocolor IV 2460
- Aerial reconnaissance film with enhanced red sensitivity and clear base. Respooled by SantaColor, Flic Film Elektra, Popho Luminar, and Film Washi X. Load in subdued light to avoid fogging.
- CineStill 50Daylight
- Daylight-balanced (5500K) cinema stock with remjet removed. Can be rated EI 12-100. Cinematic color palette with characteristic halation.
Which suits what
Better pick: Aerocolor IV 2460
Landscapes, Experimental, Unique look
Both work well
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Better pick: CineStill 50Daylight
Daylight portraits, Street, Cinematic look
Long exposures (reciprocity)
| Metered | Aerocolor IV 2460 | CineStill 50Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| 1s | No data | 1s |
| 10s | No data | 20s |
| 30s | No data | 1m 23s |
| 2m | No data | 8m 25s |
Corrected exposure from each film’s published reciprocity data. Reciprocity calculator