Ektachrome is back!

womble · 11-16-2018, 01:20 AM

Originally posted by Xmas

An E6 mini lab is a different machine from a C41 mini lab.
It was the C41 mini labs that buried mono as an option for the happy snappers!

Until XP1 came along... I was using that in the early 80s. I loved being able to shoot at 1600ASA. 😀

Xmas · 11-16-2018, 02:31 AM

Until the C41 mini labs appeared mono (and transparency) was cheaper than print film per shot! Most people took a simple camera on holidays! The trade called the syndrome bikini between two xmas trees films! Nowadays they all have smart phones!

**ChrisPlatt** · 11-16-2018, 04:53 PM

Are there still mini labs? I don't see them around here anymore.
My comment was directed mostly towards mail order labs.

Chris

**TomB_tx** · 11-16-2018, 06:39 PM

Originally posted by Xmas

Until the C41 mini labs appeared mono (and transparency) was cheaper than print film per shot! Most people took a simple camera on holidays! The trade called the syndrome bikini between two xmas trees films! Nowadays they all have smart phones!

Yes, in the 1960s all the 35mm & 120 photographers I knew shot slide film for color, while color print film was used by those with instamatics and point-and-shoots. If you shot for publication they wouldn't accept color negatives, it had to be Kodachrome. Kodachome 25 was my main color film, with High Speed Ektachrome (I think 160) only for low light. Kodachrome 64 then was too high contrast, especially for publication.
Compared to color prints, slides were dirt cheap.
Of course, we shot mainly B&W. Panatomic X was my favorite, but a lot of Tri-X shot at 1200 and processed in Acufine for available light.

I'm trying the new Ektachrome now, and thawing a roll of the old 100G for comparison.
Yet I still miss Kodachrome 25. It was the only film that gave great results in my Stereo Realist camera - everything else was too grainy on the smaller size frame.

Xmas · 11-17-2018, 03:38 AM

Originally posted by TomB_tx

Yes, in the 1960s all the 35mm & 120 photographers I knew shot slide film for color, while color print film was used by those with instamatics and point-and-shoots. If you shot for publication they wouldn't accept color negatives, it had to be Kodachrome. Kodachome 25 was my main color film, with High Speed Ektachrome (I think 160) only for low light. Kodachrome 64 then was too high contrast, especially for publication.
Compared to color prints, slides were dirt cheap.
Of course, we shot mainly B&W. Panatomic X was my favorite, but a lot of Tri-X shot at 1200 and processed in Acufine for available light.

I'm trying the new Ektachrome now, and thawing a roll of the old 100G for comparison.
Yet I still miss Kodachrome 25. It was the only film that gave great results in my Stereo Realist camera - everything else was too grainy on the smaller size frame.

Yes I used 25 for all my shots, until the day the pharmacy said they said Kodak stopped making it!
Confirm the 160... I carried a motor cycle battery... reflectors etc.

**gofour3** · 12-10-2018, 06:06 PM - **1 Like**

Looks like Kodak has fixed the Ektachrome backlog and it's rolling into stores in bulk now.

My local film store just got in 100 rolls, 25 of which are for me....

Phil.

IgorZ · 12-10-2018, 07:55 PM

Originally posted by gofour3

Looks like Kodak has fixed the Ektachrome backlog and it's rolling into stores in bulk now.

My local film store just got in 100 rolls, 25 of which are for me....

Phil.

Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then...

timw4mail · 12-10-2018, 08:59 PM

Originally posted by IgorZ

Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then...

Winter is depressing...

But yeah, Ektachrome seem to be in stock now.

**gofour3** · 12-11-2018, 09:02 AM

Originally posted by IgorZ

Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then...

Originally posted by timw4mail

Winter is depressing...

But yeah, Ektachrome seem to be in stock now.

Same here, shoot way less in the winter. Usually do indoor macro work when it's crappy out.

I had run out of all 135 format film, so the release of Ektachrome gave me an excuse to stock up. Most of the Ektachrome is in the freezer, keeping the peas & corn company.

Yes I do hope E100 also is released in 120 format. Almost out of 120 film as well, down to the last few rolls of Provia 400x.

Phil.

abruzzi · 12-11-2018, 09:20 AM - **2 Likes**

I love the weather in winter (but I'm down here in the desert, so its a bit different.) My issue is that sunset today is 5:03pm. I get off work at 5pm. Since I do very little indoor shooting, that limits me to weekend shooting.

I think work hours should expand and contract based on available sunlight.

**gofour3** · 12-11-2018, 09:54 AM

Originally posted by abruzzi

I love the weather in winter (but I'm down here in the desert, so its a bit different.) My issue is that sunset today is 5:03pm. I get off work at 5pm. Since I do very little indoor shooting, that limits me to weekend shooting.

I think work hours should expand and contract based on available sunlight.

I'll shoot outside in the winter anytime time it's relatively sunny weather. The temperature is a non factor for me, as its not that cold here in Vancouver compared to other parts of Canada.

It's the constant rain we get in the winter, with few sunny days. Not much incentive to go out and shoot when it's raining and +1C/33F......

Phil.

abruzzi · 12-11-2018, 11:44 AM

I did just get notification that my Ektachrome is shipping. I ordered late with theFINDlab so I expected to be one of the last recipients.

Jellygeist · 12-11-2018, 01:26 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gofour3

I'll shoot outside in the winter anytime time it's relatively sunny weather. The temperature is a non factor for me, as its not that cold here in Vancouver compared to other parts of Canada.

It's the constant rain we get in the winter, with few sunny days. Not much incentive to go out and shoot when it's raining and +1C/33F......

Phil.

It hasn't been that cold here in Manitoba...yet. A few days of -20. Not too great for the shutters of my cameras, so I think lots of indoor shoots with flash are in order.

I have two rolls of Ekatachrome in my fridge. I think I'm gonna save them for special projects. It really is quite wonderful.

IgorZ · 12-13-2018, 04:27 AM - **1 Like**

Just got an email from the downtown camera in Toronto saying that they have ektachrome in stock.

**gofour3** · 12-13-2018, 08:53 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by IgorZ

Just got an email from the downtown camera in Toronto saying that they have ektachrome in stock.

Good stuff, let us know what you think after trying it.

Phil.

Originally posted by Jellygeist

I have two rolls of Ekatachrome in my fridge. I think I'm gonna save them for special projects. It really is quite wonderful.

Yep it is, so far I like it about the same as the old E100G.

Phil.

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11-16-2018, 01:20 AM	#91
womble Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hertfordshire Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,324	Originally posted by Xmas An E6 mini lab is a different machine from a C41 mini lab. It was the C41 mini labs that buried mono as an option for the happy snappers! Until XP1 came along... I was using that in the early 80s. I loved being able to shoot at 1600ASA. 😀

11-16-2018, 02:31 AM	#92
Xmas Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Posts: 617	Until the C41 mini labs appeared mono (and transparency) was cheaper than print film per shot! Most people took a simple camera on holidays! The trade called the syndrome bikini between two xmas trees films! Nowadays they all have smart phones!

11-16-2018, 04:53 PM	#93
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,696	Are there still mini labs? I don't see them around here anymore. My comment was directed mostly towards mail order labs. Chris

11-16-2018, 06:39 PM	#94
TomB_tx Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,446	Originally posted by Xmas Until the C41 mini labs appeared mono (and transparency) was cheaper than print film per shot! Most people took a simple camera on holidays! The trade called the syndrome bikini between two xmas trees films! Nowadays they all have smart phones! Yes, in the 1960s all the 35mm & 120 photographers I knew shot slide film for color, while color print film was used by those with instamatics and point-and-shoots. If you shot for publication they wouldn't accept color negatives, it had to be Kodachrome. Kodachome 25 was my main color film, with High Speed Ektachrome (I think 160) only for low light. Kodachrome 64 then was too high contrast, especially for publication. Compared to color prints, slides were dirt cheap. Of course, we shot mainly B&W. Panatomic X was my favorite, but a lot of Tri-X shot at 1200 and processed in Acufine for available light. I'm trying the new Ektachrome now, and thawing a roll of the old 100G for comparison. Yet I still miss Kodachrome 25. It was the only film that gave great results in my Stereo Realist camera - everything else was too grainy on the smaller size frame.

11-17-2018, 03:38 AM	#95
Xmas Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Posts: 617	Originally posted by TomB_tx Yes, in the 1960s all the 35mm & 120 photographers I knew shot slide film for color, while color print film was used by those with instamatics and point-and-shoots. If you shot for publication they wouldn't accept color negatives, it had to be Kodachrome. Kodachome 25 was my main color film, with High Speed Ektachrome (I think 160) only for low light. Kodachrome 64 then was too high contrast, especially for publication. Compared to color prints, slides were dirt cheap. Of course, we shot mainly B&W. Panatomic X was my favorite, but a lot of Tri-X shot at 1200 and processed in Acufine for available light. I'm trying the new Ektachrome now, and thawing a roll of the old 100G for comparison. Yet I still miss Kodachrome 25. It was the only film that gave great results in my Stereo Realist camera - everything else was too grainy on the smaller size frame. Yes I used 25 for all my shots, until the day the pharmacy said they said Kodak stopped making it! Confirm the 160... I carried a motor cycle battery... reflectors etc.

12-10-2018, 06:06 PM - 1 Like	#96
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,092	Looks like Kodak has fixed the Ektachrome backlog and it's rolling into stores in bulk now. My local film store just got in 100 rolls, 25 of which are for me.... Phil.

12-10-2018, 07:55 PM	#97
IgorZ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,735	Originally posted by gofour3 Looks like Kodak has fixed the Ektachrome backlog and it's rolling into stores in bulk now. My local film store just got in 100 rolls, 25 of which are for me.... Phil. Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then...

12-10-2018, 08:59 PM	#98
timw4mail Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Driving a Mirage Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,670 Original Poster	Originally posted by IgorZ Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then... Winter is depressing... But yeah, Ektachrome seem to be in stock now.

12-11-2018, 09:02 AM	#99
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,092	Originally posted by IgorZ Good to hear. I don't shoot much film in the winter, somehow doesn't work for me. But I am looking forward to shooting some more ektachrome in the spring. I hope they get the 120 format ready by then... Originally posted by timw4mail Winter is depressing... But yeah, Ektachrome seem to be in stock now. Same here, shoot way less in the winter. Usually do indoor macro work when it's crappy out. I had run out of all 135 format film, so the release of Ektachrome gave me an excuse to stock up. Most of the Ektachrome is in the freezer, keeping the peas & corn company. Yes I do hope E100 also is released in 120 format. Almost out of 120 film as well, down to the last few rolls of Provia 400x. Phil.

12-11-2018, 09:20 AM - 2 Likes	#100
abruzzi Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: New Mexico Posts: 788	I love the weather in winter (but I'm down here in the desert, so its a bit different.) My issue is that sunset today is 5:03pm. I get off work at 5pm. Since I do very little indoor shooting, that limits me to weekend shooting. I think work hours should expand and contract based on available sunlight.

12-11-2018, 09:54 AM	#101
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,092	Originally posted by abruzzi I love the weather in winter (but I'm down here in the desert, so its a bit different.) My issue is that sunset today is 5:03pm. I get off work at 5pm. Since I do very little indoor shooting, that limits me to weekend shooting. I think work hours should expand and contract based on available sunlight. I'll shoot outside in the winter anytime time it's relatively sunny weather. The temperature is a non factor for me, as its not that cold here in Vancouver compared to other parts of Canada. It's the constant rain we get in the winter, with few sunny days. Not much incentive to go out and shoot when it's raining and +1C/33F...... Phil.

12-11-2018, 11:44 AM	#102
abruzzi Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: New Mexico Posts: 788	I did just get notification that my Ektachrome is shipping. I ordered late with theFINDlab so I expected to be one of the last recipients.

12-11-2018, 01:26 PM - 1 Like	#103
Jellygeist Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Brandon, MB Photos: Albums Posts: 334	Originally posted by gofour3 I'll shoot outside in the winter anytime time it's relatively sunny weather. The temperature is a non factor for me, as its not that cold here in Vancouver compared to other parts of Canada. It's the constant rain we get in the winter, with few sunny days. Not much incentive to go out and shoot when it's raining and +1C/33F...... Phil. It hasn't been that cold here in Manitoba...yet. A few days of -20. Not too great for the shutters of my cameras, so I think lots of indoor shoots with flash are in order. I have two rolls of Ekatachrome in my fridge. I think I'm gonna save them for special projects. It really is quite wonderful.

12-13-2018, 04:27 AM - 1 Like	#104
IgorZ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,735	Just got an email from the downtown camera in Toronto saying that they have ektachrome in stock.

12-13-2018, 08:53 AM - 1 Like	#105
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,092	Originally posted by IgorZ Just got an email from the downtown camera in Toronto saying that they have ektachrome in stock. Good stuff, let us know what you think after trying it. Phil. Originally posted by Jellygeist I have two rolls of Ekatachrome in my fridge. I think I'm gonna save them for special projects. It really is quite wonderful. Yep it is, so far I like it about the same as the old E100G. Phil.