Kodak Ektachrome Panther 50X

The Kodak Ektachrome Panther 50X is a slide film. It belongs to the Kodak Ektachrome Panther film family and was aimed at the US company’s professional clientele. It is now no longer produced.

The Kodak Ektachrome Panther 50X is a reversal film for color slides. The light sensitivity of the film is given as ISO 50. This makes it more suitable for taking photos in daylight or situations where you control the light yourself.

Use cases

The Ektachrome Panther 50X is ideal for landscape and portrait photography thanks to its ability to capture fine details and rich colors. Its low ISO rating (50) makes it ideal for bright environments and allows precise control of depth of field.

Handling expired photo film

If you find a roll of film today, you can still use it. Caution is advised when using expired photo film, such as Ektachrome Panther 50X. Color shifts and loss of contrast may occur over time. Cool and dry storage can minimize these effects. It is recommended to expose expired films at a higher sensitivity to compensate for the reduced light sensitivity.

Development of the film

The development of the slide film must take place in the E6 development process. This type of development is offered by most German development laboratories.

Once developed, Ektachrome Panther 50X films become slides that can be used for projections or as high-quality templates for digital scans. The slides offer excellent color fidelity and are ideal for archival purposes and high-resolution reproductions.

Availability and alternatives

The Kodak Ektachrome Panther 50X could be used in 35mm and medium format cameras.

36 shots fit on a roll of film in 35mm format. The cartridge containing the film had a DX code on it. There are many different cameras that are suitable for the 35mm format and come from different manufacturers such as Canon, Yashica or Olympus.

With a medium format roll you can take 12 6×6 shots. To expose the film, you need a medium format camera, which is available in different versions and with different functions. Well-known brands in this area include Agfa, Holga and Mamiya.