Exposure for Cross Process

[Juan Cajiao Director DP]

Hi, recently I had knew that if you are trying to achive a high color saturation I Can choose the cross processing. But I know is delicated the exposure term. If the exposure is wrong the final result could be terrible.

What is the real exposure to be taken with this process in mind.

Thanks for your help

 

Juan Cajiao

[David Mullen ASC]

You should test; most people use the manufacturer's rating even when cross-processing, although some rate it a little faster. I think you'd be better off sticking to the manufacturer's rating.

[Dominic Case]

If the exposure is wrong the final result could be terrible.

The final result WILL be terrible - it depends on what effect you are looking for. Different "looks" will arise from different exposure corrections. You need to test.

[John Pytlak RIP]

Cross-Processing:

 

http://www.kodak.com/global/en/service/tib/tib5200.shtml

 

As David and Dominic have said, using the non-standard "cross processing" requires testing with your lab to be sure you are getting the "look" you want. Don't expect the "look" to be "normal", as there will usually be contrast mismatch and changes in color.

 

"Normal" exposure for the reversal film is usually a good starting point, but you may find some exposure change or filtration helps.

[Juan Cajiao Director DP]

Thanks a lot!

As always you are a great helpers clearing my ideas!

 

Sincerely

 

Jua Cajiao