Kodak
Kodak Portra 160 VC
ISO 160 specialty fine all levels
~16–20 €
An ISO 160 color negative film — the Vivid Color version of Kodak's Portra line. More saturated, more contrasty colors than the NC, while keeping flattering skin tones. Prized for fashion and travel photography.
Atouts
+ VC: warmth and saturation superior to today's Portra
+ NC: absolute neutrality for studio calibration
+ Two color profiles to choose from
Limites
− Slightly lower latitude than the reformulated Portra
− Slightly more visible grain
Portra 160 VC (Vivid Color) was the more saturated version of the Portra 160, a competitor to Fuji Pro 160S. Like the NC, it was replaced by the unified Portra 160 in 2011, which combines the best of both versions.
Caractéristiques techniques
Grain
fine
Contraste
medium
Popularité
common
Format 120
Non disponible
Nombre de poses
36 poses
Base du film
Acetate
Sensibilité spectrale
Panchromatic
Conservation
refrigeration recommended
Péremption typique
2–5 years depending on storage
Développement maison
yes — easy (D-76, Rodinal, etc.)
Niveau recommandé
all levels
| Process | N&B standard |
| Révélateurs | D-76 (1:1), Rodinal (1:25–1:50), HC-110 (dil. B), ID-11, Ilfosol 3, Microphen |
| Temps / température | 20°C — Variable selon révélateur et ISO. Consulter Massive Dev Chart (digitaltruth.com) |
| Usage recommandé | portrait |
| Revendeurs France | Labo-Argentique.com · Nation Photo · Analog Wonderland · Panajou |
