Originally Posted by
Drew Wiley
Velvia 100F is a better product in my opinion because the sheet version is made on a far superior dimensionally-stable polyester base (versus acetate). But I know that there are some who prefer the slightly different hue signature of the 50 speed product. Although I'm not trying to convert you to a different film, while you're at it, you should try out the new E100 Ekachrome product from Kodak - not as extremely saturated as Velvia, but with better neutral balance than either Velvia or Provia. Yes, there will be sticker shock compared to former pricing. Every time I need to buy a box of 8X10 color film these days, I make sure my defibrillator is in reach. 4X5 is now the "new 8x10" in terms of color film pricing. But in terms of overall inflation, 50 bucks or a little more per box is not terribly out of line with certain other things. It's amazing just how much the pricing of acrylic picture frame glazing, even high-quality acrylic house paint has gone up. Museum mounting board has skyrocketed.
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