Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/07/26
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I tried a number of speeds, thinking I might be able to use a non- exotic developer. But I found that anything over 25 gave me much too much contrast (I experimented from 150 down, using both D-76 and HC-110) -- so much contrast that a 00 filter on the enlarger yielded only barely printable images. But shot at 25 and developed with Technidol, Techpan gives a nice, smooth negative. Now, getting exposure right is another thing, still hit or miss for me, particularly using filters. Am using a tripod also, btw. Techpan with a Noctilux I find somewhat hand-holdable; in medium format (Hasselblad) it is not. A dirt slow film. Beautiful results. Difficult to work with. Expensive. Fun. On 26 Jul 2001, at 16:54, Simon Lamb wrote: > Does anyone who has used Kodak Technical Pan at various speeds have > any views regarding an optimum speed. I have been given a roll to try > and I want to make sure I get the best out of it. As the sun is > shining brightly here in the UK it seems like a good time to try it at > 25 or 50. > > Thanks. > > Simon > >