What is going on with Fujifilm Velvia and Provia availability?

[braxus]

I saw a video today that is suggesting China may be making new stock of Provia and Velvia 50, in all formats including sheet film. I dont know if there is any truth to it, but maybe Fuji struck a deal with Lucky or something to produce new film. The guy said the supply issues will be resolved with this move.

 

[brbo]

I saw a video today that is suggesting China may be making new stock of Provia and Velvia 50...

No, it is not suggesting that.

 

[ChrisGalway]

This is just based on a Facebook post saying that these films are currently (as of 17th December 2025) available at two places in Hong Kong.

It never ceases to amaze me that so many people have the neck to cast themselves as experts on YouTube. Of course there's a lot of great stuff out there, but there is so much rubbish as well.

 

[brbo]

To be honest, that Youtuber never suggested that there is anything going on with Fuji setting up coating line or anything else related to film production in China.


You just mention "Fuji" and the wishful thinking on sites like Photrio does the rest. Not so long ago Photrio was convinced that Fuji was coating film in China. All based on a couple of photos that suggested anything but that...

 

[fdonadio]

Wow, $59.95 (+ sales tax???) for one roll of 35mm is just silly!

I remember the time I could buy a 30m can of Velvia for that money. Good times...