KODAK603 4078 Ultramax 400 Color Negative Film (ISO 400) 35mm 36 Exposures

The main thing about Ultramax 400 is its versatility. Being an ISO 400 film, it's a good general-purpose speed. It can handle a decent range of lighting conditions, from bright sunny days (where you can stop down or use faster shutter speeds) to slightly overcast British afternoons or even some indoor shots with reasonable light, without immediately needing a flash or a tripod. This makes it a good choice for casual photography, holidays, or just capturing day-to-day life.The colours are generally quite pleasant and typically "Kodak" – warm, with fairly vibrant reds and yellows, and decent blues and greens. It's not going to give you the super-saturated punch of Ektar or the subtle, professional palette of Portra, but for general snapshots, the colour rendition is usually pleasing and has a nice, slightly nostalgic feel. It's a colour negative film, so standard C-41 processing is all you need.As a 36-exposure roll, you get a good number of shots, which is always nice.Pros:Versatile ISO 400 Speed: Handles a good variety of lighting conditions, making it suitable for everyday use, outdoors and some indoor situations.Pleasant Colour Rendition: Generally warm and pleasing colours, good for snapshots and capturing memories with that classic Kodak look.Relatively Affordable (for Kodak Colour): Typically one of the more budget-friendly colour film options from Kodak available in the UK market (as of May 2025), especially compared to their professional line.Widely Available & Easy to Process: You can usually find it without too much trouble, and C-41 processing is standard.Good for Beginners & Casual Shooting: Its forgiving nature and versatility make it a good choice if you're starting out with film or just want something reliable for casual use.Decent Latitude: As a consumer negative film, it generally handles slight over or underexposure reasonably well.Cons:Noticeable Grain: Compared to lower ISO films or professional ISO 400 films (like Portra 400), the grain in Ultramax 400 is more apparent, especially in enlargements or if you're scanning and pixel-peeping. It's not necessarily unpleasant, but it's there.Colours Can Be a Bit Basic/Less Nuanced: While generally pleasant, the colours might not have the subtlety, accuracy, or specific aesthetic appeal of more expensive professional films.Sharpness is Good, Not Exceptional: It's sharp enough for everyday prints and sharing online, but it won't resolve a huge amount of fine detail like a film like Ektar would.Consistency Can Vary Slightly: Being a consumer film, some photographers find slight variations between batches or depending on storage, though generally, it's pretty reliable.Overall:Kodak Ultramax 400 is a solid, dependable colour negative film for UK photographers who want a versatile and relatively affordable option for general-purpose shooting. It’s great for capturing everyday moments, holidays, and snapshots where you want that classic, warm Kodak colour look without breaking the bank.It’s not trying to be a super-fine-grained, high-end professional film, and that’s perfectly fine. It’s a workhorse film that’s easy to use and generally delivers pleasing results across a variety of conditions. If you’re looking for a good all-rounder for your 35mm camera and appreciate that slightly retro, grainy film aesthetic, Ultramax 400 is definitely worth considering.

Arrived in good condition

Great extra film for your camera

Good value

I got these for a friend. No complaints so far.

Arrived right on time battery for an old type camera for wedding photos.

Ok

Beautiful colours I love the way the photos turned out