NeilT Posted December 31, 2010 Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 Kodachrome last remaining film roll developed in Kansas The final roll of Kodachrome film, a widely-lauded quality colour film, is to be developed in Kansas on Thursday. Kodak announced it was discontinuing the iconic film in 2009, after competition from digital cameras caused a large sales decline. Kodachrome is difficult to process, requiring expert handlers, and Dwayne's Photo in Kansas is the sole remaining developer. The last film to be developed was shot by the owner, Dwayne Steinle. Kodachrome film is renowned for its exceptional rendering of colour, vivid images and archival longevity. For many years, it was the preferred brand for print media. Created in 1935, it was the first commercial film to successfully shoot in colour. Kodachrome was also used for motion pictures. Dwayne's Photo has been inundated with requests for developing, many from photographers who had been hoarding the coveted film for years. One customer picked up 1,580 rolls of film used solely to shoot railroad engines. The nearly 50,000 slides cost $15,798 (£10,200) to develop. More on the BeeB web site -->> http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-12095771 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikestones Posted December 31, 2010 Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 The last lab in the world developing Kodachrome,finally ran out of chemicals this week. Dave http://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/30/us/30film.html?_r=3&emc=eta1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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