Kodak Portra 400NC 120 format - Expired 06/2010

Work with one of the most beloved and sought-after discontinued emulsions in modern analogue history. This is a single, factory-sealed 120 roll of Kodak Portra 400NC (Natural Colour), expired in June 2010.

Before Kodak streamlined the Portra lineup into the modern VC/NC merger (Portra 400), the NC (Natural Colour) series was the definitive choice for portrait, wedding, and fashion photographers seeking a softer, lower-contrast palette. Engineered specifically to render skin tones with absolute fidelity and subtle, creamy warmth, Portra 400NC boasts a fine, unobtrusive grain structure and an exceptionally gentle highlight roll-off. Having rested in storage for over 16 years, this roll brings a touch of organic vintage magic—softening contrast further and wrapping your medium-format frames in a dreamy, nostalgic pastel atmosphere.

The Highlights

• Discontinued Professional Legend: An authentic stock from the final era of Kodak’s dedicated Natural Colour (NC) designation—prized by portrait shooters for its unmistakable vintage aesthetic.

• Flattering Low-Contrast Tonal Curve: Naturally lower in contrast than its vibrant VC (Vivid Coloru) counterpart, preventing harsh shadows and blowing highlights even in bright, direct lighting.

• Expansive Medium Format Canvas: On the larger 120 negative (whether shooting 6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7, or 6x9), Portra 400NC delivers gorgeous smoothing, creamy bokeh, and rich detail.

• Graceful Aging Profile: Professional-grade ISO 400 colour negative stocks hold up remarkably well when stored away from heat, keeping background base fog under control while rewarding generous exposure with lush tones.

• Standard Lab Processing (C-41): Coated on a standard colour negative base with zero remjet backing. Fully compatible with any commercial minilab or home C-41 development kit.

Quick Specs

• Format: 120 Medium Format Roll Film

• Type: Professional Natural Color (NC) Negative Film

• Original Box Speed: ISO 400

• Expiration Date: June 2010 (06/2010)

• Processing: Standard C-41

• Best For: Vintage-styled portraits, dreamy lifestyle shoots, golden-hour medium format landscapes, and editorial documentary work.