When you’re just getting started with film, it is really hard to know what film is best to start with. Film is hard to find in local stores and there aren’t a lot of film photographers around so finding individuals to talk with and compare notes with is almost impossible. There are resources out there on the web but most are really technical and not really friendly for a new film photographer.
In this article, I’m going to try to keep things simple and talk about one specific film, Kodak Gold 200 35mm and answer the question:
Is Kodak Gold 200 a Good Film for Beginners?
To get the point, absolutely! And mainly because of its affordability in comparison to its quality. Kodak Gold 200 has a definite look to it. While you can coax some very beautiful images out of it, it has a point-and-shoot quality kind of feel to it. It’s grain can be a little course in low light situations, but it can be a really nice effect.
The film is rated at ISO 200, so it works best in bright daylight. It has a decent enough latitude to work in the shade and even indoors with a flash. The film really struggles and the images begin to fall apart in low light scenes with out a flash.
Where Can I Buy Kodak Gold 200?
Kodak Gold used to be available in pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens, but it isn’t carried their any longer. Walmart and BestBuy have dropped it also. You can still purchase Kodak Ultramax at some of those stores, but Kodak Gold 200 has gotten really hard to find.
We carry Kodak Gold 200 in our online store and you can purchase it HERE. You can also find it readily available on Amazon by click HERE. Beyond that, you can keep an eye out in stores because it has a tendency to pop up from time to time!.
Take a Look at These Beautiful Kodak Gold 200 Film Images!
