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Kodak Tri-X 400
The documentary standard: strong contrast, forgiving latitude and grain that gives night streets texture.
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Kodak Gold 200
Warm, cheap and nostalgic; a good daylight colour choice when you want the frame to feel like a memory.
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Kodak UltraMax 400
Fast consumer colour with punchy blues and greens for overcast or shaded streets.
FAQ
What is the best film for street photography?
Kodak Tri-X 400 for black and white, Kodak Gold 200 for daylight colour. Both are fast enough for handheld work and forgiving of metering.
Colour or black and white for the street?
Black and white hides mixed colour casts and reads better at high ISO; colour tells you more about the place. Carry one roll of each.
What ISO should I use?
ISO 400 as the default, ISO 800 to 1600 for evening and night streets.