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Yalejing pín
Definition
Reversal film; slide film; transparency film.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to film that produces a positive image directly, making it highly valued by photographers for its vivid color saturation and fine grain. Unlike standard negative film, it requires a specific chemical process known as E-6. It is frequently used in professional settings for high-quality scanning or direct projection.
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gyun2卷gyúnExamples
The colors on this roll of slide film turned out really beautiful.
Do you know where one can get slide film developed?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the term for a feature film, which is also written as 正片 in some contexts. In photography, ensure you specify the film type when sending it to a lab, as the chemicals used for negative film will ruin a roll of slide film.
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