C-41
Kodak Ultramax 400
Kodak's affordable everyday colour negative, available worldwide in drugstores and supermarkets. Delivers saturated, warm-leaning colours with a characteristic punch that works well in bright daylight. Moderate grain becomes visible in enlargements but adds pleasant texture. A popular choice for casual shooters and those looking to experiment without the cost of professional stocks.
ISO
400
Formats
1
35mm
Process
C-41
Type
Color
Characteristics
Grainmedium
Contrastmedium high
Latitudegood
Saturationhigh
Reciprocity Failure
Compensation Formula
t' = t1.35
Similar behavior to Gold 200. Datasheet cites no adjustment needed 1/10000 to 1s.
Often Used For
street photographyvacationpoint and shoot
Descriptions combine manufacturer specifications with community experience. Subjective assessments reflect common sentiment among photographers and may not match your results.
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