New 35mm Film Stocks Kodak Kodacolor 100 and 200

Film is alive and well — and Kodak just proved it again. In late 2025, Kodak announced the launch of two new 35mm color negative films: Kodacolor 100 and Kodacolor 200.

With film prices climbing and choices narrowing, this affordable pair is already turning heads. But how do they compare to classics like Portra 400 and Gold 200? And what does this mean for photographers in 2025 and beyond? Let’s dig in.

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Kodak’s Film Revival Timeline

Kodak has been slowly breathing life back into its lineup over the past decade. Kodacolor isn’t the first comeback — here’s a quick look at the highlights:

• Ektachrome (2018) – Announced in 2017, officially released September 25, 2018. Revived from the E100G formula, it quickly expanded into 8mm, 16mm, and 120.
• Gold 200 in 120 (2022) – In March 2022, Kodak released Gold 200 in medium format, offering a budget-friendly option for 120 shooters.
• Kodacolor 100 & 200 (2025) – Now Kodak adds two new consumer-tier color negative films, priced around $9–$10 per roll, nearly half the price of Portra.

This steady stream of re-releases shows that Kodak isn’t just holding onto the past — it’s actively investing in the future of film.

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Consumer vs. Professional Film Stocks: Where Kodacolor Fits

Kodak’s color films typically fall into two categories:

• Professional Films (Portra, Ektar, Pro Image, Tri-X)
  • Priced higher ($16–$20/roll).
  • Known for fine grain, wide exposure latitude, and neutral skin tones.
  • Preferred by working photographers for weddings, portraits, and commercial work.
• Consumer Films (Gold, Ultramax, ColorPlus, now Kodacolor)
  • Priced lower ($9–$12/roll).
  • Punchier colors, a bit more grain, sometimes less consistent batch-to-batch.
  • Great for hobbyists, students, and pros looking for budget-friendly “daily driver” rolls.

Kodacolor 100 and 200 clearly fall into the consumer category. They aren’t designed to replace Portra’s consistency or flexibility, but they are designed to make shooting film more accessible again.

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Kodacolor Price Comparison

Film prices have skyrocketed in recent years, especially for pro stocks. Here’s how Kodacolor compares to other popular Kodak films in late 2025:

Film Type	Typical Price per Roll (USD)	Category
Kodak Gold 200 (single)	$10–$12 (avg. $11)	Consumer
Kodak Gold 200 (multi)	$7–$10 (avg. $8.50)	Consumer
Kodak ColorPlus 200	$9–$11 (avg. $10)	Consumer
Kodacolor 100 (new)	$9–$10 (avg. $9.50)	Consumer
Kodacolor 200 (new)	$9–$10 (avg. $9.50)	Consumer
Kodak UltraMax 400	$11–$12 (avg. $11.50)	Consumer
Kodak Portra 400 (5-pack)	$16–$18 (avg. $17)	Professional
Kodak Portra 400 (single)	$16–$20 (avg. $18)	Professional

At nearly half the price of Portra, Kodacolor could become the go-to stock for everyday shooting, test rolls, or travel film.

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What Photographers Should Expect from Kodacolor

So what can we expect creatively?

• Kodacolor 100 – Likely to produce natural, restrained tones — a more subtle look than Ektar’s high saturation.
• Kodacolor 200 – A versatile option with a little more speed for casual shooting or low-light situations.
• Both – C-41 processing, widely lab-compatible, and (if Kodak’s recent track record is any sign) good consistency across rolls.

We won’t know for sure until scans start rolling in — but early testers predict these stocks will offer a solid balance of affordability and quality, making them great “everyday” films.

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Final Thoughts: Why Kodacolor Matters

From Ektachrome in 2018 to Gold 200 in 120 in 2022 and now Kodacolor in 2025, Kodak has proven its commitment to the future of film.

While Kodacolor 100 and 200 might not replace Portra for professional work, they could easily become the affordable workhorses of the analog world. More choice. More accessibility. And another reminder that film photography isn’t just alive — it’s thriving.

I’ll be testing Kodacolor against Portra, Gold, and Ektar soon — so stay tuned for real-world comparisons. Want to see the scans first? Join my newsletter, and I’ll send them straight to your inbox.

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