8 Intensely Luminous Slide Films for Lovers of Color

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Your grandfather may have already talked about his preference for slide films to color negative films, but this isn't just him being too old school. Since slide films produce positives instead of negatives, the colors and grain quality are more vivid and finer compared to the color negative film. Plus, slide films are archival with very minimal effort. Here are some of the best slide films to experiment with, especially for those who are fond of cross-processing.

Agfa CT Precisa

The Agfa CT Precisa 35mm is one of the best cross-processing films out there owing to its perfect shades of blue and balance between subtlety and vivacity, making it very popular among Lomographers.

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Fuji Provia 100F

For a beginner in slide films, the Fuji Provia 100F is perhaps the most suitable. Whether cross-processed or not, this film delivers exhilarating results. Cross-processing this film will bring out blue-green, red and cream-ish hues on the image.

Credits: andrejrusskovskij, bnjmn, zulupt, neja & antoniocampofreddo

Fuji Velvia 100

Landscape and nature photographers will surely enjoy getting more creative with the Fuji Velvia 100. The Velvia's color blending, hues, and grain quality especially in daylight are exceptional. Cross-processing this film will result in electric greens or blues and soft pinks.

Credits: andrejrusskovskij, koduckgirl & hodachrome

Fujichrome 64T

Color lovers just can't get enough of blue. The Fujichrome 64T is a tungsten-based slide film for medium format. The 64T immediately cancels out warm tones without making the image to dull. This film is also known for turning yellows into a neutral white.

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Fuji Astia 100F

The Fuji Astia 100F is quite a unique 35mm slide film. Instead of bringing out intense brightness and contrast, this film creates subtle colors in low contrast. Surprisingly, it doesn't make photographs dull but more mellow instead.

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Fujichrome MS 100/1000

Whoa, a medium-format film that can be shot from ISO 100 to 1000? Better believe it! The Fujichrome MS 100/1000 is a slide film that loves experimentation, so go ahead, cross-process it and enjoy the crazy colors, usually dusty retro-green. Results vary depending on the ISO at which its shot and the type of processing you use.

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Lomography Color XPro Sunset Strip 100

The Lomography Color X-Pro Sunset Strip 100 is not to be underestimated. This 35mm film delivers intense hues despite its low ISO. Exposed sprocket holes will result in unexpected shades and colors in the image. Unfortunately, this film is currently out of stock.

Credits: chihkang1201, kidders & fafaspeed80

Lomography XPro Slide 200

The Lomography XPro Slide 200 is a reincarnation of the Agfa RSX 200, known for its perfect color blends, remarkable contrast, and saturation. It is suitable for cross-processing and used for medium format photography.

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Try all kinds of film to experience different effects. Pick up some rolls from our online shop or one of our worldwide gallery stores!

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4 Comments

  1. gakurou
    gakurou ·

    Slide film is the retina of Lomograper.

  2. modern_nmt
    modern_nmt ·

    Good

  3. akula
    akula ·

    Fujichrome Sensia 400 ISO

  4. pasadena85
    pasadena85 ·

    like all slide films :)

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