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Kodak Gold 200

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Lighthouse
Kodak Gold 200 is a quintessential consumer color negative film, defined by its warm, emotionally resonant palette and forgiving exposure latitude—qualities that established it as a cornerstone of everyday photography from the late 20th century through the early digital transition. It distinguishes itself not through bold saturation, but through approachable vibrancy, gentle contrast, and a perceptual warmth that feels inherently human. Its visual signature is characterized by magenta-leaning reds, restrained greens, and softly cyan-inflected shadows, producing images that feel simultaneously nostalgic and alive. For added warmth, use in-camera raw editor, add a Yellow/Orange hue color creator effect with level +2.
4310-1-2-2-2-1-102
Sh: +1
Mid: +1
Hi: -2
Auto (Keep Warm Color Off) A.4 G.1

Shading Effect: 0

Sharpness: -2

Contrast: -1

Exposure Comp: 0

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