----- Original Message ----- 
From: "James Commins"
Subject: C41 Black and White contrast problem


> Has anyone experienced this contrast problem and found a solution.
>
>  I've had great results from both Kodak and Ilford C41 black and white
films
>  when processed at a local 1 hour lab and printed on color paper
>  but when I try print the same negative myself on Multicontrast Ilford B&W
>  paper, either RC or FB, I cannot match the contrast.  Ilford suggested I
> try
>  new filters, which I did, but no better.  The filters I have are perfect
> for
>  printing from a regular B&W film.

It isn't possible to match the range in a single exposure, and may not be
possible with split contrast exposure either.

William Robb

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