C41
Kodak Portra 400
Kodak Portra 400 is a professional C-41 color negative film known for flexible exposure latitude, natural skin tones, and fine grain.
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The Nikon Action Touch (1985), sold in some markets as the **L35AW** or **AW35**, is Nikon's weatherproof entry in the 1980s AF compact category. Built on the same basic platform as the L35AF-2, the Action Touch adds a rubber-armored polycarbonate body with O-ring sealing, making it submersible to a limited depth (~2m). The fixed 35mm f/2.8 Nikkor lens, active autofocus, and program AE remain from the standard L35 line, but the emphasis is on durability for outdoor and underwater use. AA batteries, shared with the rest of the L35 family, power the camera.
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C41
Kodak Portra 400 is a professional C-41 color negative film known for flexible exposure latitude, natural skin tones, and fine grain.
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Kodak Gold 200 is a daylight-balanced C-41 color negative film with warm color, moderate grain, and a classic consumer-film look.
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Kodak UltraMax 400 is a versatile consumer-grade ISO 400 daylight-balanced color negative film with T-grain emulsion, delivering warm Kodak colors, fine-for-speed grain (PGI 46), and wide exposure latitude. Currently in production and available globally as a single-roll and multi-pack.
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Nikon's weatherproof AF compact from 1985 - 35mm f/2.8 Nikkor behind a rubber-armored, waterproof shell.
| Field | Value |
|---|
| Format | 35mm |
| Lens | Nikkor 35mm f/2.8 |
| Years | 1985 – ~ |
| Shutter | ~1/8s – ~1/500s, electronic leaf |
| Modes | Program only |
| Battery | 2x AA |
| Waterproofing | ~2m depth |
| ISO range | 50 – 1600 |
By the mid-1980s, the all-weather compact was a recognized sub-category. Nikon introduced the Action Touch in 1985 alongside the L35AF-2, targeting outdoor enthusiasts, skiers, snorkelers, and beach photographers who needed AF convenience without sacrificing a camera to the elements. The AW designation (All-Weather) clarified intent in certain regional markets. Other manufacturers followed the same pattern - Olympus offered the AF-1 Twin, Canon had weatherproof options - but Nikon's rubber-armored body with the familiar Nikkor 35/2.8 lens gave it credibility among brand loyalists. Exact production end date is unverified.
The Action Touch is notable as one of the earlier submersible AF compacts from a major Japanese manufacturer, predating the Olympus mju zoom's weatherproof line. The 35/2.8 Nikkor optic is the same focal length and maximum aperture used across the L35 family, so image quality in good light is comparable to the non-weatherproof models. The rubber armoring adds bulk compared to a bare L35AF, but provides genuine protection for outdoor use. For beach, pool, or light rain scenarios the Action Touch offers a practical solution without the expense of a dedicated underwater housing.
On today's used market, the Action Touch occupies a niche between ordinary 1980s compacts and collector-grade waterproof cameras. Prices remain relatively modest, though condition is harder to assess than with non-sealed bodies.
C41
Kodak ColorPlus 200 is an affordable, consumer-oriented daylight-balanced color negative film at ISO 200. Known for warm, slightly muted color rendition, fine grain, and wide exposure latitude, it is currently in production and widely available in Asia and select global markets.
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Kodak Tri-X 400 is a classic black-and-white film known for strong tonality, visible grain, and documentary character.
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