Kodak Vision 3 is a professional motion picture film stock series known for its wide dynamic range, fine grain, and color science optimized for skin tones and natural colors.
It is used to achieve a signature film look.
Film Variations
35 mm Film Cameras: High detail.
16 mm Series: Creates a gritty yet professional look.
Super 8: Provides a vintage and nostalgic feel.
Breakdown of Film Stocks
500T
ISO: High, great for low light and night scenes.
Tone: Cooler, needs color correction.
Grain: Noticeable due to higher ISO.
200T
ISO: Balanced, suitable for controlled lighting.
Cleaner than 500T, softer colors.
250D
ISO: Less sensitive, suitable for bright conditions.
Rich colors and fine grain.
50D
ISO: Low, extremely fine grain.
Best for outdoor bright conditions.
Provides the cleanest image with the highest detail.
Achieving the Kodak Vision 3 Look
Shooting Technique
Log Shooting: Creates a flat image, preserving information for color grading.
Frame Rate & Shutter Speed: Typically use 24 fps and a shutter speed of 1/60 to 1/80.
Color Grading Process in Da Vinci
Use of Plugins: Dehancer plugin and camera profile loading.
Exposure Adjustment: Adjust exposure for the image.
Curves Adjustment: Target SLOG 2's red hue.
White Balance
Make whites appear neutral.
Adjust tint (green/purple levels).
Saturation: Adjust vibrancy for depth and vibrancy in images.
Adding a 'Look'
Adjust highlights and emphasize specific colors.
Final Adjustments
Dehancer Node: Adjust grain, halation, bloom, gate weave, and other effects.
Film Stock Selection: Example - 250D for balance.
Conclusion
Achieving the Kodak Vision 3 look requires meticulous process in shooting and post-production.
Adding these effects can bring life to footage and differentiate work from others.