What speed film? 800 OK?

[ABigKid]

HI everyone.........just counting down and checking my packing list only to find that we haven't purchased our film yet for our little instamatic 35MM. Looks like we can get a great deal on 800 ASA and we were just wondering if anyone had any thoughts regarding if this is a good overall speed for day and night at DW? Thanks anyone for your reply. Zippidy doo dah

 

[delikado]

800 speed will be more than good enough for day AND night pictures! However, if you're flying to Orlando, I would suggest taking 400 asa instead, because some of the new hardcore x-ray machines in the airports may damage undeveloped film with speeds of 800 and higher (at least that's what the signs say). If you're not flying, then forget everything I just said.

Enjoy your trip! Wish I was leaving soon, too!

 

[gonga]

800 speed is great......I suggest a lead lined film bag that can be purchased in any camera store. they are about 25 dollars but last a long time. They will protect any and all film during airport x ray screening. I always use one and never had a problem all my photos are great!

 

[julieannbabe]

be careful - 800 can be dodgy if you are going via the airport

 

[CAJUNWDWFAN]

I used 400 and 800 on our recent trip. 800 speed is a little fast for sunny outside weather but is great for night and indoor shots. I put all my film in my carry on bag and had no problems with either speed film. I had 10 rolls of film and none were damaged.

 

[ftwildernessguy]

Here's my 2 cents. I think for bright Florida sunshine, 800 is way too fast. Also, if you are also planning on enlarging some prints, they will turn out grainy. I feel that 400 speed is a good compromise unless you are doing a lot of indoor shots without flash or nighttime shots. At night out doors, I have had very good results with 1000 speed film, but you better use a tripod unless you are rock steady! A lot of outdoor shots in bright sun - use 100 or 200 speed.

 

[WDW Poly Princess]

for Disney vacations, I prefer to use 400 speed, just because its the most versatile. 200 works great for outdoor shots during the day, and 800 is handy for nighttime.

 

[gonga]

Theres a new Fuji film 800 speed that has 4 layer color that is to work in all conditions and it supposed to be the most versitile.....I bought 8 rolls of it for this trip, I'll let you know how they turn out.

 

[BostonTigger]

I usually use 200 speed for outdoors during the day and have had good results.