i'm shoting medium format.i 've used Velvia since the introduction.now i'waiting for the new one,but at the time i don't know what to use.Any suggestion?
Velvia 100 is a fine film. The extra stop in speed is an advantage. It also scans quite well. It lacks some of the 'punch' of V-50, but it does have a better dynamic range. I've used it in both 120 (6x4.5cm) and 4x5 and like the results.
how is the grain compared to V50?and also i need to fly to my destination and the extra speed make me nervous about X-Rays at the airport.What do You think about?
Provia 100F is my favorite...a bit more natural...and I've found with my Nikon N80 a bit more predictable regarding exposure...and it's just a fine grain as the old Velvia 50. I've also been told that unless your film is above 1000 ISO that airport x-rays don't do much to harm film...however, maybe carry it on rather than let it go through the super x-rays for checked luggage.
I used Provia 100-F for a long time before switching to Astia 100-F and V-100. Provia is a fine film, too. However, it reacts somewhat strongly to blue, especially in shadow areas lit by blue sky. At high altitude (above 7000') the effect is quite pronounced. Therefore, I suggest that you use either an 81-a or 81-b filter to warm it up a bit.
Antonella, I second Preston's suggestions of Astia or Velvia 100F - I use both for slightly different purposes (mainly Astia in high contrast situations, Velvia for everything else) and I really like them both. The Provia is also an excellent film, though I don't use it much because of the "blue" issues Preston mentions. Frankly, I think you can use any of the 3 quite well, with excellent color and minimal grain - it becomes a matter of personal preference based on color balance and saturation, contrast, etc. I have sent the Velvia and Astia through the X-ray machines for carry on luggage 2-3x on a trip and never had a problem.
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Provia 100F is my favorite...a bit more natural...and I've found with my Nikon N80 a bit more predictable regarding exposure...and it's just a fine grain as the old Velvia 50. I've also been told that unless your film is above 1000 ISO that airport x-rays don't do much to harm film...however, maybe carry it on rather than let it go through the super x-rays for checked luggage.
Cynthia Spence
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thank You for Your suggestion.I'll try some roll next week
Antonello Mori
I used Provia 100-F for a long time before switching to Astia 100-F and V-100. Provia is a fine film, too. However, it reacts somewhat strongly to blue, especially in shadow areas lit by blue sky. At high altitude (above 7000') the effect is quite pronounced. Therefore, I suggest that you use either an 81-a or 81-b filter to warm it up a bit.
-PB
CJ