Fujifilm Fujicolor Super HG 1600

The Fujifilm Fujicolor Super HG 1600 is a color negative film.

The Fujicolor Super HG 1600 is designed for color photos. ISO 1600 is the specified value for the film’s sensitivity. The ISO value can be used to determine the sensitivity of the film stock to light. By increasing the sensitivity of the film, which is achieved by a higher ISO value, shorter exposure times or a smaller aperture can be used.

It should be noted that most film stock still available for purchase today has passed its printed expiration date, as is commonly known. Although the manufacturer’s expiration date has passed, this does not mean that the film can no longer be used. Older film may lose light sensitivity, resulting in loss. However, careful storage can slow this down.

Depending on the circumstances, it may be appropriate to change the exposure settings to a lower ISO to prevent underexposure of the photos. Using expired color film may result in color changes, hue shifts, and higher film grain, which may affect the quality of the captured photos. It is recommended that unexposed film stock be stored under optimal conditions to avoid possible loss in quality.

It is not recommended to store the film stock in a place with high humidity or sunlight, while a cool and dry place is preferred for long-term storage. To preserve the quality of photographs, exposed film stock should be developed promptly.

Developing the film

The film is developed in the C-41 photochemical process. Development is available at most photo labs in Germany. Due to the standardization of the development process, you always get the same result regardless of the laboratory, which is an advantage of this process. It is also possible to develop the film at home with suitable chemistry and accessories. At the end of the development you have the film strips with the captured images.

The next step is either digitization or the creation of photographic prints. Most developing laboratories offer the creation of prints in various sizes as a direct service. For further digital processing of the photos, the film strips can be digitized by scanning. There are various devices available for digitizing negatives. The offers differ in functions and quality and are suitable for every budget. One can further process the digitized photos in digital form or share them on social media.

Availability and Alternatives

The Fujicolor Super HG 1600 was only offered for 35mm cameras. Typically, 36 frames fit on a roll of film. The cartridge of the film was DX encoded. There are a variety of cameras for the 35mm format, including those from manufacturers such as Porst, Leica, and Contax that produce or have produced cameras for this film.

Today, you can reach for the Fujifilm Superia 1600 as an alternative.