haven't used it, but i've heard that it uses dye, like color films, and
so a grain won't show even with substantial enlarging. i've been wanting
to shoot some as pinhole.
/aaron
> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2002 21:43:00 +0100
> Subject: Re: [pinhole-discu
I use Ilford XP2 in my 35mm camera. I love it. I like it because it is
versitile, usable from iso100 to 800 (and maybe beyond). Consequently
it has a wide exposure latitude and can therefore retain detail in dark
and light areas in very high contrast situations without altering
development -
I've used C-41 process black and white film for 35mm (mainly for street
photography and informal portrait work). Although I have a roll of 120 slated
for use in my Zero multiformat pinhole camera, I haven't had a chance to try
it out yet. That being said,
I've tried Ilford's XP2, Kodak's Portra
Yes, yes, and yes!
I take it you are talking about black & white chromogenic film, since all
color negative film is C-41. Be aware that some Kodak C-41 B&W films are
formulated to be printed on color paper, and you have a devil of a time
printing them in a b&w darkroom. I recommend you start
Any one use this? Any comments? Is it worth while? Many thanks.
