Harman’s New “Colour” Film: Phoenix 200 review!

The Manufacturer of the Iconic Ilford B&W Film, HARMAN Photo, Now Makes Color Film in 35mm & 120!

In late 2022, HARMAN Photo began a secret project to create a new color film at their UK facility. The result? Phoenix 200—the first-ever color film produced entirely at the Mobberley factory, where Ilford’s B&W films are also made. This film represents a new chapter for HARMAN Photo and brings hope to a film community long reliant on a single color film manufacturer.

What Makes Phoenix 200 Unique?

Phoenix 200 stands out with its high contrast, strong saturation, and distinctive color palette. It has no halation layer or orange mask, leading to high contrast, noticeable halation, and lower exposure latitude. This film performs best in even, consistent light. Due to its lower latitude—similar to E-6 slide film—metering for mid-tones is recommended to avoid blown-out highlights.

Now Available in 120!

Originally released in 35mm, Phoenix 200 is now available in 120 format, retaining its signature look while offering smoother contrast and finer grain. Though not ideal for portraits, it excels in urban and minimalist scenes, where its lower exposure latitude isolates mid-tones and highlights, creating dramatic images in high-contrast light.

Some of our 35mm favorites

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Some of our 120 favorites

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We are proud to be the first lab in the U.S. to develop and scan Phoenix 200, and we’re excited to see what HARMAN Photo creates next. As the only film manufacturer openly discussing the future of film, their commitment to innovation is inspiring.

With Phoenix 200 now available in 120, we look forward to seeing even more of your work in our lab. If you’re looking to purchase Phoenix 200, we highly recommend the Film Photography Project!