Kodak's medium-speed tungsten-balanced color negative motion picture film stock (5213/7213) with 200 ISO sensitivity – offering exceptional color rendering, fine grain, and wide dynamic range for interior and mixed-lighting cinematography, balancing speed with image quality.
What is Kodak Vision3 200T?
Kodak Vision3 200T (5213/7213) is a tungsten-balanced color negative film with an ISO sensitivity of 200. It offers a balanced combination of speed, grain structure, and dynamic range for interior cinematography.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type | Color Negative |
| Product Code | 5213 (35mm), 7213 (16mm) |
| Sensitivity | 200 ISO |
| Balance | 3200K Tungsten |
Position in the Vision3 Family
| Stock | ISO | Balance |
|---|---|---|
| 50D | 50 | Daylight |
| 250D | 250 | Daylight |
| 200T | 200 | Tungsten |
| 500T | 500 | Tungsten |
Sensitivity
| Condition | ISO |
|---|---|
| Tungsten 3200K | 200 |
| Daylight | 125 (with 85 filter) |
| Push +1 | 400 |
| Push +2 | 800 |
Characteristics
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Grain | Fine to medium |
| Colors | Rich, saturated |
| Latitude | ~14+ Stops |
| Sharpness | High |
Color Rendition
| Range | Description |
|---|---|
| Skin Tones | Warm, flattering |
| Shadows | Detail-rich |
| Highlights | Smooth roll-off |
| Saturation | Controlled |
Ideal Applications
| Situation | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Interior | Primary use |
| Night | With lighting setup |
| Mixed Light | With correction |
| Exterior Day | With 85 filter |
Comparison 200T vs. 500T
| Aspect | 200T | 500T |
|---|---|---|
| ISO | 200 | 500 |
| Grain | Finer | Coarser |
| Lowlight | More light needed | More flexible |
| Sharpness | Higher | Good |
Processing
| Aspect | Standard |
|---|---|
| Process | ECN-2 |
| Labs | All film labs |
| Temperature | Standard |
| Push/Pull | Possible |
Exposure
| Situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Normal | Native 200 ISO |
| Overexpose | +1/2 to +1 stop recommended |
| Shadows | Expose generously |
| Highlights | Utilize latitude |
Available Formats
| Format | Product Code |
|---|---|
| 35mm | 5213 |
| 16mm | 7213 |
| Super 16 | 7213 |
| 65mm | On request |
Notable Productions
| Aspect | Reality |
|---|---|
| Features | Regularly used |
| Commercials | Studio work |
| Music Videos | Interior looks |
| Mixed | With other stocks |
Combining with Other Stocks
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Interior/Exterior | 200T + 250D |
| Day/Night | 200T + 500T |
| Matching | Same family |
| Grade | Consistent possible |
Daylight Filtering
| Filter | Description |
|---|---|
| 85 | Standard conversion |
| 85B | Stronger warm |
| Effective ISO | ~125 |
| Alternative | Grade in post |
Storage
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Unexposed | -18°C optimal |
| Short-term | Cool, dry |
| Acclimatization | 2-3 hours |
| Exposed | Develop quickly |
Scanning
| Resolution | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| 4K | Standard High-End |
| 6.5K | Premium |
| 2K | Budget |
| HDR | Well suited |
Pros and Cons
| Advantage | Disadvantage |
|---|---|
| Balanced Speed | Not as fast as 500T |
| Fine Grain | More light needed than 500T |
| Wide Latitude | More expensive than digital |
| Beautiful Colors | Lab required |
Best Practices
| Practice | Reason |
|---|---|
| Slightly overexpose | Shadow detail |
| Plan lighting setup | 200 ISO needs light |
| Lab relationship | Consistent processing |
| Test | Get to know the stock |
Today
Kodak Vision3 200T is the mid-tier option in the tungsten family – more speed than hypothetical slower stocks, finer grain than 500T. For controlled interior situations with a good lighting setup, 200T delivers excellent results with the characteristic Vision3 quality.