Re: 6x6 color neg film compatiable with Kodak pro scanning

[Jerry Olson <jerryolson@rrv.net>]

Supra or Portra films scan the best, I think

Jer

> Michael Barnes wrote:
> 
> I've temporarily inherited a good 6x6 system that I'm going to take on
> vacation with me.  I'll be shooting Fuji Astia in my old 35mm Nikon
> for the slide show, and at first assumed I'd use the same film in the
> 6x6 camera.  I'm just going to get the good 6x6 images scanned at a
> local custom shop using the Kodak system that produces 2000 ppi scans
> for $12 each.
> 
> It occurred to me that since I can't project these 6x6 images anyway,
> I might as well use color negative film.  I've run some tests
> w/scanned 35mm negatives compared to scanned transparency film, and
> the difference in highlight and shadow detail (even on an inkjet print
> from a scanned negative) is amazing.
> 
> So here's the question: If I'm going to use 6x6 negative film, scan it
> with a Kodak pro scan, and print it on my epson inkjet, what's a good
> film to use?  Most shots will be outdoors.   I know nothing about 6x6
> color negative film.  Any suggestions appreciated.  You can respond to
> following email address if you like.  Thanks!
> 
> maxtchen@earthlink.net
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