imported film, lower price, issues?

[ckshen]

hi all,

i found that some online shops sell imported fuji superia and reala films for a lower price compared to the 'usa' version of the same film. i believe they are essentially the same. but has anyone ever encounted problems with the imported films? any transportation x-ray issues when they cleared customs?

also an unrelated question- when buying films online, i suppose shipping ground would be the only choice to avoid x-ray scanners they might use on air cargos?

thanks!

 

[voodoocat]

I order imported film whenever it's available. There is no difference except for a lower price.

 

[markc]

You just want to be sure of the expire date, if that's important to you.

 

[photoman]

It's exactly the same stuff you would by USA, i havent had any problem with imported film (ive only bought b&w film imported)

The only difference ive heard of is the price