Fujifilm Velvia 100

Fujifilm Velvia 100, a renowned slide film, is one of the preferred tools of many photographers who want to capture their work with remarkable colour fidelity and saturation. This film is an essential member of Fujifilm’s family of Velvia films, which also includes Velvia 50 and the already discontinued Velvia 100F. It is essential to recognise the differences between the 100F and the 100 to ensure that you can make the most of the specific qualities of each film.

Fujifilm specifically positions the Fujichrome Velvia 100 RVP as a preferred choice for landscape and nature photography. This is not only due to its high colour saturation, which allows the diverse colour nuances in nature to be impressively captured, but also due to its appropriate sensitivity, which is specified at ISO 100. This sensitivity provides a good balance between fine grain and light sensitivity, allowing it to be used effectively in a wide range of lighting conditions.

The RMS value of 8 indicates that the film has an excellent grain structure, which allows it to capture fine details with great clarity. Photographers appreciate this property as it allows for greater detail in large format prints. The film is processed using the E6 process, a common method for developing slide film that is known for its ability to produce vivid and lifelike colours.

Another advantage of the Velvia 100 is its availability in a variety of formats. Whether as 35mm film, which is particularly suitable for everyday photography, as medium format for greater detail resolution or as sheet film, which is ideal for professional applications with the highest quality requirements – the Velvia 100 offers a solution for every requirement. This makes it a flexible tool in the pocket of every photographer, from the amateur enthusiast to the professional photographer.

The Velvia 100 is also an often-chosen option in the field of fine art reproduction and commercial photography. Its ability to reproduce rich and vibrant colours makes it an ideal choice for projects where colour accuracy is paramount. It is equally valued in documentary photography, where true-to-life colour reproduction plays an essential role.

Sample photos

The images were taken on a sunny day on a roll of 35mm film. The film had been expired for several years when the picture was taken. The camera used was the Olympus OM 2. Scanned was the film developed in the E6 process with a Canoscan 9000F (eBay / Amazon*).

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