Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film USA
Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film is a wonderful medium speed outdoor film that produces vibrant color and which features smooth, fine grain. This film can be scanned with no fear of losing detail. Ektar can be used by pro and amateur alike.
- Extraordinary enlargement capability
- Ultra-vivid color
- Incorporates Entertainment Imaging's Kodak Vision Film technology
- World's finest-grain color negative film
- Micro-Structure Optimized T-Grain Emulsions
- Ideal for scanning
- Kodak's Proprietary DIR Couplers
- Distinct edges, fine detail
| Type | 120 Ektar |
| Speed | 100 |
| Applications | General photography; nature, travel, outdoor photography, fashion, product photography |
| Process | C-41 |
| Color Saturation | Very saturated |
| Grain | Fine |
| Sharpness | Very sharp |
| Exposure Latitude | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Push/Pull | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 63 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent (15)
- Good tonal range (15)
- Scans well (13)
- Reproduces well (11)
- Accurate (9)
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork (12)
- Travel (11)
- Action shots (4)
- Home (4)
- Landscape (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Semi-pro photographer (6), Professional (4), Semi pro (4), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (28)
- Primary use:
- Personal (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Perhaps kodak's best color negative film
Exceptional sharpness, near-invisible grain, and bright saturated (but not garish) colors. I had happily settled on several other color negative films as my standards--Fuji 160S and 400H, and both speeds of...Read complete review
Exceptional sharpness, near-invisible grain, and bright saturated (but not garish) colors. I had happily settled on several other color negative films as my standards--Fuji 160S and 400H, and both speeds of Portra VC's--but this film has caused me to rethink that orientation.
Ektar will not be for everyone--it's saturated, and its colors could not be called "lifelike"; it does a decent job with skin tones but is not likely to be anyone's go-to "portrait" film. But if you previously liked the saturated contrasty look of the Portra VC's or Fuji 160C, you will likely find Ektar to your liking as well.
I've gone back and forth over the years with all these films, as my taste for more, or less, saturated color has waxed and waned. Lately I'm finding I like more saturated colors as long as they aren't obnoxious.
For now, I'll stay with the two Fuji films I mentioned as my mainstays for all-around use when I'm looking for more natural and lifelike (but not limp or dull) colors in all lighting situations. I'll keep the VC portra's for when I need extra punch, especially on overcast or dull days. But I can see Ektar pushing the VC's aside for when I really want punch, in all light conditions.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice color, ok scans
Tried out Ektar after shooting with Portra NC for years. The color saturation and contrast is nice, but I found it a bit harder to scan than the less contrasty portra. Give it a...Read complete review
Tried out Ektar after shooting with Portra NC for years. The color saturation and contrast is nice, but I found it a bit harder to scan than the less contrasty portra. Give it a go though, you might like it.
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Pros
- Fine grain
- Punchy colors
Cons
- Poor skin tones
Best Uses
- Landscapes
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Nice saturated colors, fine grained as advertised. Works well with most subjects, but tends to give wierd skin tones. Has more punch than Fuji Reala.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- In studio
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Kodak Ektar 120 is great for both studio and out dore work. Giving both natural skin tones and vivid reds and blues. The grain is fine and it still maintains fine when pushed to 400.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
- Similar:
- 35mm Kodak Ektar
Pros
- Color rendition
- Great Value
Cons
- Blockier shadows
- Narrower latitude
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Street
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
This film is pickier than other neg films - the tonality is closer to that of slide film, colors are punchier and it tends to block up a bit more in the shadows and also falls to cooler tones in the shadows as well. You also have to be more accurate with your exposures. I like to use it for street or landscape work with more dramatic lighting conditions. Most other times I'll use portra when I want a more faithful color reproduction. Also this film has very fine grain. It's a great film, you just have to know how it might suit you. I wouldn't call it an all purpose - if you want a great and versatile color film I don't think anything beats portra 400 right now.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Kodak is a name difficult for "old" photographers love. This is perhaps the last film Kodak will persent to the market. It is perhaps the best they have to offer. Excellent film.
Jack
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Value
- Large Capacity
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Spectacular.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Large Capacity
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Portable images/multimedia
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
The colors are very beautifull and it supports hig contrast.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Love this film!
The colors are soft and delicate.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Value
- Large Capacity
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Portable images/multimedia
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
High quality film with vibrant colors and very little grain.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
I've shot this film more in 35mm but I'm shooting my first pro-pack in 6x7 right now and am thrilled. It scans easily using the Epson V700/Epsonscan software on stock settings. It has no apparant grain and the sharpness is excellent even before I perform any post-scan sharpening. Nothing negative to say here. Given the lack of choices in color 120, the price point and the quality I doubt I'll be shooting any other color negative on my 6x7 - it also doesn't leave me wanting to try chromes much either
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Value
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Kodak had left me feeling a bit blah over recent years with their film offerings. The changes in Tri-X, hard to find Plus-X, and the overall lacking in their color films all led me to other product lines from Ilford, Agfa, Fuji, etc. But, after shooting my first roll of Ektar I was quite impressed. I do wish they'd adopt the self-sticking seals of Fuji and the easier to handle 120 reels of the same, but that aside it's a great film.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
wonderful film
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Home
- Office
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
- Travel
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
I love to use this film for cross processing. I use it with my Mamyia RB67, Rolleicord TLR, Holga, and Koni Omega Rapid M.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
- Poor Exposure
- Poor Quality
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Pro: great tonal range
Con: Just doesn't turn out as well as Kodak Colorprint or TMax400 black & white film.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Great Landscape photos with this film.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- High light
- Quick Shutter Speeds
- Vivid Color
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Ektar 100 is a very vivid, saturated, punchy stock that is beyond sharp. I have shot this both 4x5 and 120, and they are consistent throughout both medias. When viewing 4x5 scanned negative in photoshop I could go beyond actual pixels and it continued to be sharp. Incredible picture quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
my favorite 100 speed color. really vibrant sort of c41 velvia
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Color
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Saturation
- Scans Well
Cons
- Slow
Best Uses
- Daylight
- Sunset
- Travel
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
This stuff is amazing. The dynamic range is incredible. Even when you think you're going to get a harsh silhouette, there will be detail in the shadows.
Its vibrant as h***, and not too accurate, but if you're into editing, you can bring the saturation down just right. Looks way better than pumping it up in a less saturated film. I actually use it as my go to (its not even that bad during dusk and dawn if you have a fast lens). I can mold the color any which way and use it for b/w too. I know there is a better film for that, but this solution works for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
Its like using velvia 50 with a larger exposure latitude!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
I really enjoy the tonal range this film produces, the grain is really subtle and can be enlarged to a 11x14 easily. I haven't scanned this film, but I have heard good things from fellow photographers.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Home
- Office
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
- Travel
Comments about Kodak 120 Ektar 100 Color Negative (Print) Film:
the color very nice
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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