Gold 200 carries the warmth of memory; gentle, sunlit, and beautifully human. This was a quiet surprise. I approached it with curiosity and left with respect and admiration for this film stock.
Shot on 120 format at box speed with +1 exposure compensation, this film offered tones that felt warm, familiar, and beautifully balanced.
Often called “the everyman’s Portra” the highlights bloomed with subtle golden light, the shadows stayed gentle, and the overall palette leaned toward what I can only describe as sunlit nostalgia.
There’s a certain generosity in this film. It doesn’t rush to flatter; it reveals. In bright daylight or open shade, it delivers a glow that feels both cinematic and sincere, especially on medium format.
For my style of work, soft architecture, honest colour, and quiet emotion, it’s a film that adds warmth without distortion. I’m looking forward to exploring it further, testing its range, and finding that sweet spot where craft meets feeling.
It’s a reminder that not every film needs prestige to be beautiful. Sometimes, the simplest stock, handled with care and presence, can tell the truest story.
Photos taken on a Zenza Bronica ETRsi + 75mm Zenzanon PE lens.
