Kodak films direct from Eastman Kodak (was: Kodacolor 100. New)

[thinkbrown]

My mis-spent youth, which included a lot of science fiction reading, including in particular Robert A. Heinlein and his book, The Moon is a Harsh Mistress.
A partial translation of that acronym: ******* Free Lunch

Also a great axiom in real world science.

 

[mshchem]

Still Film

A leading global manufacturer focused on commercial print and advanced materials & chemicals. We believe in the power of technology and science to enhance…

www.kodak.com

Showing Ektar and Tri-X now

 

[koraks]

Threads like these remind me of sports. A couple of players on the field, a couple of thousand managers, referees, trainers and general experts on the stalls.

 

[polaromar]

Haven't seen it mentioned yet but EK just updated their website with Ektachrome 100:

EKTACHROME E100 Film

This daylight color film with fine grain, accurate color, natural skin tones, and rich detail is ideal for scans and vibrant photos.

www.kodak.com

 

[lamerko]

 

[loccdor]

B&H and FPP still have the old Ektachrome box images on their sites so far.

 

[MattKing]

I wonder if Kodak Alaris is still involved with distribution - i.e. these changes relate to an adjustment of the working relationship, not a complete replacement.

 

[Aidan Sciortino]

B&H and FPP still have the old Ektachrome box images on their sites so far.

If precedent can be relied upon from Gold, Ultramax, Ektar and Tri-X, freestyle and B and H will sell the "new" ektachrome alongside the stuff that was already available through alaris. I would guess we'll see updated listings when stock of the EK ektachrome arrives.

 

[MattKing]

If precedent can be relied upon

With B&H, we might see old packaging in the illustration until long after the stock has been replaced with the new version.
Unless there is a change in catalogue number.

 

[Aidan Sciortino]

With B7H, we might see old packaging in the illustration until long after the stock has been replaced with the new version.
Unless there is a change in catalogue number.

Sorry, my wording was poor. B&H Maintains two separate listings, with two separate Catalog Numbers, for the Alaris and EK Films;

 

[MattKing]

Interesting that the Shipping terms differ between the two products.

 

[blee1996]

The good news for consumer is that Kodak have been reducing prices for both color and b&w consumer film during the last 6-12 months. That's what counts regardless who distribute the products.

 

[Guivd]

From B&H,
same films, different price...

 

[cjbecker]

I just wish Kodak had the sense to lower the crazy sheet film prices. Bring them down inline with ilford at least.

 

[Prest_400]

Interesting that no one has posted about Eastman Kodak Ektachrome:

 

[thinkbrown]

Interesting that no one has posted about Eastman Kodak Ektachrome:

It got mentioned on Weds: https://www.photrio.com/forum/threa...dak-was-kodacolor-100-new.216146/post-2972336

 

[mshchem]

I wonder if this is more about branding? Seems like people want poor little ol EK to get their children back from the Alaris boogeyman? No idea. I like the Ektachrome box, now could K@#$chrome be next? Coming April 1st 2026!

 

[Kino]

$649.00 for 50 sheets of 4x5 Ektachrome.

Hardly seems enough...

 

[MattKing]

This is the first indication I've seen of Eastman Kodak expressly saying that they are acting as a distributor themselves - selling to multiple other distributors.
No direct to end user sales, or even direct to retailers though.

 

[mshchem]

$649.00 for 50 sheets of 4x5 Ektachrome.

Hardly seems enough...

Where?

 

[Kino]

Where?

Kodak Ektachrome E100D 100

Rich, deep texture and natural colors make the Ektachrome E100D a favorite for films. Capture timeless moments with this archival medium to preserve what was a once in a lifetime moment.

www.freestylephoto.com

 

[mshchem]

Kodak Ektachrome E100D 100

Rich, deep texture and natural colors make the Ektachrome E100D a favorite for films. Capture timeless moments with this archival medium to preserve what was a once in a lifetime moment.

www.freestylephoto.com

Holy Moly that's pricy stuff

 

[armadsen]

Holy Moly that's pricy stuff

That’s 5x7, not 4x5. B&H lists that same box for $500. But 4x5 is $80 / 10 sheets, so $400 for 50 sheets.

 

[mshchem]

That’s 5x7, not 4x5. B&H lists that same box for $500. But 4x5 is $80 / 10 sheets, so $400 for 50 sheets.

Boy I remember shooting some 5x7 Ektachrome, been 40+ years ago, old Ansco wooden camera, Wollensak lens, detail was amazing. I think that was process E4?? I didn't develop it, there was an amazing pro lab that was an active commercial outfit. I just dropped off the loaded holders

 

[Kino]

That’s 5x7, not 4x5. B&H lists that same box for $500. But 4x5 is $80 / 10 sheets, so $400 for 50 sheets.

How did I miss that? Thank you for pointing that out.

5x7 color anything is so rare!

Personally, I think we are getting back into "Depression Era" spending as far as color sheet film is concerned. What I mean by that is a story my Father (who grew up on the tail end of the Depression) used to tell me. They had a battery powered radio; their only real form of entertainment; no electricity in the rural farm they worked. Once a month, they would take this one battery down to the local merchant and have it charged via a windmill dyno. When the battery ran out of juice later that month, that was it for entertainment until the next month.

At best, this box of 5x7 would be my yearly battery...