Kodak
Kodak Portra 160 Color Negative Film 4x5" 10 Sheets
Professional colour negative film for 4×5 inch cameras, ISO 160, fine grain and natural skin tones, 10 sheets
- TypeFILM & DARKROOM
- Professional-grade film captures portraits with fine grain
- ISO 160 sensitivity performs well in varied lighting
- T-Grain emulsion delivers sharpness and excellent resolution
- Accurate natural colour reproduction across the spectrum
- 10 sheets in 4x5 inch format for large-format cameras
Kodak Portra 160 4x5" Film Pack
Kodak Professional Portra 160 is a color negative film sold in a 10-sheet pack for 4x5 inch cameras. It carries an ISO 160 rating and uses Kodak T-Grain emulsion for fine grain and high resolution. The film is designed for professional photographers who need accurate, natural color reproduction across the full tonal range. It performs especially well in daylight and controlled lighting conditions.
Portrait and Detail Work Suitability
This film suits portrait, commercial and fine-art photographers using large-format cameras who value smooth skin tones and subtle color transitions. Its fine grain structure supports enlargement without obvious texture. Photographers needing faster shutter speeds for low-light or action work should look elsewhere, as the ISO 160 speed limits handheld use in dim conditions. Users who prefer positive transparencies or black-and-white negatives will need a different emulsion type.
ISO 160 Speed Rating
The single specification that decides fit is the ISO 160 speed rating. It determines the exposure latitude and the lighting conditions where the film excels without push processing. At this sensitivity, the film delivers its characteristic fine grain and color fidelity in bright to moderate light. If your workflow regularly demands higher speeds or push-processing latitude beyond what ISO 160 provides, this is not the right choice for those shoots.
Highlights
- Professional-grade film captures portraits with fine grain
- ISO 160 sensitivity performs well in varied lighting
- T-Grain emulsion delivers sharpness and excellent resolution
- Accurate natural colour reproduction across the spectrum
- 10 sheets in 4x5 inch format for large-format cameras
Specifications
| Brand | Kodak |
|---|---|
| Type | FILM & DARKROOM |
Questions about this item
Will the ISO 160 speed of this Portra film require extra cooling or power when shooting all day?
No, film is a passive medium and generates no heat or noise, so it needs no cooling or power during extended shooting sessions.
What equipment must I already own to use these 10 sheets of 4x5" Portra 160?
You need a 4x5" large-format camera, compatible film holders or a sheet-film back, a light meter, and access to a darkroom or changing bag for loading.
Can I mix these ISO 160 sheets with slower or faster films in the same 4x5" camera without changing my workflow?
Yes, the sheets share the same 4x5" dimensions, so they fit the same holders, but each emulsion speed demands its own exposure settings and development time.
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