Back in the early 70's when I first became aware of such things 400 ISO film was high speed film. The highest speed color film that I can remember was GAF 500. And while it was fast, GAF 500 was very grainy. Of course photography has changed a lot in forty years and now 800 ISO is no big deal. Especially to the digitally inclined. Still thinking back on earlier times my expectations weren't high when I first used Fuji Superia 800. However I have to admit that I was wrong in my low expectations. I was pleased with the color rendition with this film and the low grain. It also appears to scan well. Add to that that I can still buy Fuji Superia 800 locally for a good price makes this film a winner to me.
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Hey, wow, I just bought a 4-pack of this stuff on clearance at Meijer. I've never shot it before. Glad to know it's decent stuff.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder on Meijer. I got some there last fall for at $8 for a four pack.
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