Kodak Portra 160nc 220 exp 03/2010

The Kodak Portra 160NC in 220 format is a discontinued professional color negative film that has become increasingly sought after by medium format shooters chasing classic Kodak portrait color science. The “NC” stands for Natural Color, meaning this version of Portra was designed for softer saturation, smoother skin tones, and a more restrained, natural rendering compared to the punchier VC variants.

Portra 160NC was especially loved by:

• Portrait photographers
• Wedding photographers
• Editorial shooters
• Medium format studio photographers

Compared to modern Portra 160, the older NC stock tends to feel a little softer and more understated, with especially beautiful skin tones and gentle highlight rendering.

The fact that this is 220 format makes it even more interesting. 220 film offers roughly double the exposures of standard 120 without changing rolls, making it a favorite for high-volume medium format work back in the day.

This roll expired in 03/2010 and has been fridge kept, which significantly improves long-term stability compared to room-temperature storage.

Condition: EXPIRED / FRIDGE STORED
This roll is expired dated 03/2010 and has been stored refrigerated. As with all expired film, some shifts in color, contrast, grain, or sensitivity may still occur depending on age and shooting conditions.

Many photographers intentionally seek out expired Portra stocks for their unique rendering and discontinued Kodak color science.

Format:

• 220 roll film
• Kodak Portra 160NC
• C-41 color negative film
• Expiration: 03/2010

Why this one:

• Discontinued Portra Natural Color variant
• Rare 220 format
• Beautiful classic Kodak portrait rendering
• Fridge-kept storage history
• Increasingly difficult stock to find

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