Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/10/31

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Subject: Subject: [Leica] Film question
From: Don Lawrence <DLawrence@fkp.com>
Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2000 16:45:53 -0600
 
I would highly recommend trying Agfa Optima II 400. It is a fantastic film.
Beautiful colors that are a bit more subtle than Kodak Royal or Fuji
Superia.
Don


>I've been using Provia 100F with my Noct [on topic] and am delighted with
>the fantastic Leica bokeh.  However, with the holidays approaching, and the
>anticipated requests from relatives for "2 copies of that shot you just
>took", I'm looking for a print film that has the same spectacular results
>[i.e. excellent grain, wonderful color, and not too contrasty].  

>I think Royal Gold 100 is too vivid, producing ruddy skin tones, but have
>not yet tried Supra 100.  Nor have I tried Reala or Superia recently.

>Any ideas or experiences to share?

>/Mitch Zeissler