Original Negative

EXPOSURE DATA

Lens: 32 mm ZEISS Ultra Prime Lens

Filter: None

Aperture: T 2.8 Incident Light Levels (Tungsten 2950K):

Key = T 2.8 (20 fc) Fill = T 1.3 (4 fc) Backlight = T 5.0 (64 fc)

Stop notations listed on the photo are reflected-light readings.

Note: There is a small amount of atmospheric smoke in the scene.

1 -4 Stops

2 -3 Stops

BASE

6

3 -1.3 Stops

4 Normal

COLOR BALANCE

5

4

3

7

1

2

5 +1.4 Stops

6 +3.5 Stops

7 +4.2 Stops

POST-PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Acetate safety base with rem-jet

backing.

DARKROOM RECOMMENDATIONS

Do not use a safelight. Handle unprocessed film in total darkness.

PROCESSING

ECN-2

STORAGE

This film is balanced for exposure with tungsten illumination (3200 K). You can also expose it with tungsten lamps that have slightly higher or lower color temperatures (± 150 K) without correction filters, since final color balancing can be done in printing. For other light sources, use the correction filters in the table below.

When you transfer this film directly to video, set up the telecine using negative Telecine Analysis Film (TAF).

Store unexposed film at 13°C (55°F) or lower. For storage of unexposed film longer than 6 months, store at –18°C (0°F). Process film promptly.

EXPOSURE INDEX

Tungsten (3200 K)—500; Daylight—320

(with KODAK WRATTEN Gelatin Filter

No. 85)

LABORATORY AIM DENSITY

Time negative originals relative to Laboratory Aim Density (LAD) Control Film supplied by Eastman Kodak Company.

LIGHT SOURCE

KODAK FILTERS ON CAMERA*

EXPOSURE INDEX

 

 

 

Tungsten (3000 K)

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 82B

320

 

 

 

Tungsten (3200 K)

None

500

 

 

 

Tungsten Photoflood (3400 K)

None

500

 

 

 

Daylight (5500 K)

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85

320

 

 

 

White-Flame Arcs

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85B

200

 

 

 

Yellow-Flame Arcs

Color Compensating 20Y

320

 

 

 

OPTIMA 32

None

500

 

 

 

VITALITE

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85

320

 

 

 

Fluorescent, Cool White†

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85 +10M

200

 

 

 

Fluorescent, Deluxe Cool White†

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85C +10R

320

 

 

 

Metal Halide H.M.I.

WRATTEN Gelatin No. 85

320

 

 

 

*These are approximate corrections only. Make final corrections during printing.

†These are starting-point recommendations for trial exposures. When you don’t know the type of fluorescent lamp, use a KODAK Color Compensating Filter CC40R with an exposure index (EI) of 250.

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Kodak 500T Acetate safety base with rem-jet Backing, Stops, Light Source Kodak Filters on Camera Exposure Index

500T specifications

Kodak 500T is a versatile motion picture film widely recognized for its exceptional performance in various lighting conditions, making it a staple in the film industry. Designed specifically for cinematography, the 500T film is a part of Kodak’s Vision3 series, which is acclaimed for its advanced technological features and high-quality results.

One of the standout features of the Kodak 500T is its high sensitivity rating of ISO 500. This allows filmmakers to capture cinematic images under low-light conditions with remarkable clarity and detail. The film’s ability to handle diverse lighting situations makes it particularly advantageous for shooting scenes in both artificial and natural light, offering flexibility to cinematographers in their creative processes.

Kodak 500T employs a multicolor emulsion technology that enhances color reproduction, providing vibrant and rich hues while maintaining accurate skin tones. This capability is essential for filmmakers aiming for a naturalistic look in their films, as it ensures that colors are rendered faithfully and artistically. The film's enhanced latitude also allows it to capture a wide range of tones, from deep shadows to bright highlights, without sacrificing detail.

Another notable technology incorporated in Kodak 500T is the advanced grain structure. The film generates fine grain quality, ensuring that the images produced are sharp and clear, contributing to the overall aesthetic of the film. This fine grain is particularly beneficial when projecting or enlarging images, as it helps maintain high-quality visuals.

Additionally, Kodak 500T is designed with a unique spectral sensitivity, allowing it to perform exceptionally well in mixed lighting environments. This feature gives filmmakers the flexibility to shoot in diverse locations and conditions without needing extensive additional lighting setups.

Moreover, the film's processing is well-suited for various development techniques, including traditional laboratory processing or digital scanning. This versatility provides filmmakers with the option to integrate Kodak 500T into their workflows seamlessly, whether they choose to remain within the analog realm or transition to digital post-production.

In summary, Kodak 500T is a prominent choice for cinematographers seeking a reliable film stock that combines high ISO sensitivity, rich color reproduction, fine grain quality, and versatility in various lighting conditions. Its innovative technologies and characteristics set it apart as an exceptional option for capturing the magic of motion pictures.