Kono Manufaktur’s New Negative Film

credits: Kono Manufaktur

Kono Manufaktur, the German film company released Kono Color 200, a new color negative film. Unlike their earlier films that often repurposed motion picture stock, this one uses a fresh emulsion developed from the ground up with a pro partner in Germany. It’s available in standard 36-exposure rolls, loaded into refurbished film cartridges, or as 30.5-meter bulk rolls if you’re into loading your own.

This new film isn’t just a product for the company, it’s also a bit of a celebration. In 2025, UNESCO recognized analog photography in Germany as an “intangible cultural heritage,” and Kono says Color 200 is their tribute to that legacy. It’s a C-41 color negative film rated at ISO 200, designed for everyone from casual shooters to serious DIYers. Kono even packaged and spooled the film using machinery they built themselves, which is a nice touch.

Kono started back in 2014, first releasing respooled cinematic stocks like Rotwild and Kolorit 400T, and quickly moved on to more experimental emulsions with names like Moonstruck, Galaxy, and Candy. With Color 200, they’ve now hit their 45th product, and they’re calling it a “world premiere”. The 36-exposure rolls are available for €9.90 (about $11.60), and while the bulk roll pricing is not listed yet, production is already running full steam.

You can see full details and sample shots on Kono Manufaktur’s website here