I'd agree with this completely. I only wish I could still get Astia in 35mm. It was my fave film for a while.
Doug At 2:28 PM -080012/4/02, Bill Lawlor wrote: > >Paul, The current RDPIII/Provia 100F has less contrast and saturation >than RVP Velvia 50, but the grain is as fine as the slower Velvia. >RAP/Astia is balanced for flesh tones and is an excellent all-around color >slide film showing less saturation and contrast than Provia 100F. Grain is >a bit more coarse than Provia but should not be a problem under 16X20 >enlargements from 35mm. Sensia 100/RA is said to be Astia sold at a lower >price as an "amateur film". Sensia 200/RM is altogether , IMO, inferior to >any of the aforementioned films. As a practical matter, in my experience, >Astia lets you retain some shadow detail in shots that would have black >shadows on Velvia or Provia and is a good portrait film. > >Bill Lawlor -- Douglas Forrest Brewer Ashwood Lake Photography [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.alphoto.com
