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Rollei Retro (35mm, 400 iso) user-review
posted by vicuna on August 27th, 2008, 5 comments so far
Tags: retro, rollei, 35mm, and b&w

I really love the b&w Rollei retro film for this very special “taste” of b&w. Deep contrast but with a great and subtle range of white, gray & black that gives your shots a very rich texture.
Lomography Lomography B&W100 (120, 100 iso)
posted by d_i_d on August 19th, 2008, 8 comments so far
Tags: lomofilm, 120, and b&w

Our very own and very special black & white medium format film! Deep blacks and clear whites: The Lomography B&W 100 is the ideal compañero for all your medium format Lomographic Cameras.
Ilford XP2 (35mm, iso 400), user-review
posted by thomasstephen on August 18th, 2008, 1 comment so far
Tags: xp2, ilfords, 35mm, b&w, and 400

Black and white lovely-ness with the ease of c41 processing: This is a great black and white film that is widely and cheaply available and can be processed with standard c41 chemicals, so you can take it to your local supermarket, chemist, or 1 hour photo place and get it developed for a couple of quid.
Rollei Retro (35mm, 100 iso) user-review
posted by vicuna on August 14th, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: 35mm, retro, rollei, and b&w

Have you always wanted that great classic taste of b&w? Those high contrast and deep shadows shots from some of the world’s greatest photographers? Don’t ask any further because the answer is here, the Rollei Retro 100ASA film!
Ilford HP5+ (120, 400 iso) user-review
posted by whisper_low on August 10th, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: holga, b&w, 120, hp5+, and ilford

Ilford HP5+ is the perfect companion for your Holga on a cloudy day. The contrast is excellent, leaving you with deep blacks, bright whites and a good number of shades of grey.
Rollei Retro (35mm, 400 iso) user-review
posted by wil6ka on August 2nd, 2008, 1 comment so far
Tags: 35mm, retro, rollei, and b&w

Black-spirit: In my opinion the Rollei 400 ISO is very much like that of the Ilford XP2, which I love very much!
Foma Fomapan (120/35mm,100 iso) user-review
posted by trabantdeluxe on August 1st, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: fomapan, 120, 35mm, and b&w

I’ve used Fomapan 100 in many of my 35mm and 120 cameras, and it’s become one of my favorite films. It has great tonal range, and is affordably priced.
Rollei Retro (35mm, 400 iso) user-review
posted by kylethefrench on July 31st, 2008, 1 comment so far
Tags: rollei, retro, and b&w

Black White and Blue: Rollei Retro keeps it dusty!
Konica Monochrome VX400 (35mm, 400 iso)
posted by eazy360 on July 27th, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: 35mm, b&w, and konica

This monochrome film from Konica made me fall in love with black and white photography…
Fuji Neopan (35mm, 400 iso) user-review
posted by eazy360 on July 24th, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: b&w, neopan, and fuji

Now and then, I find it vital to get back to basics with monochromatic excursions…
Efke 100 (120, 100 iso) user-review
posted by ipdegirl on July 23rd, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: 120, b&w, and efke

For some old-timey graininess check out this import from Croatia! Big grains, hazy look but decent contrast. Really an inexpensive way to get some grain in your life.
Shantou ERA (35mm, 100 iso) user-review
posted by rodrigomg1511 on July 19th, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: shantou, 35mm, and b&w

This mysterious film of the People’s Republic of China exists since 1950 but is almost unknown outside China. It has good midtones and great contrast.
Kodak bw CN (35mm, 400 iso) user-review
posted by mantozauras on July 5th, 2008, 3 comments so far
Tags: cn, b&w, 35mm, and kodak

You want to get that classic look for your photos but you don`t have a lab in your home to do that? It is really not a problem with Kodak B&W 400CN having that AWESOME retro look is possible! How? just leave it to your good old Lomographic stance- shoot your shots and develop this film on any photolab in your nearest drug store or supermarket, it just takes 60 minutes or less.
Fuji Acros (120, 100 iso) user-review
posted by trabantdeluxe on June 30th, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: b&w, film, seagull, 120, and fuji

Fuji Acros 100 used in Seagull TLR Fuji Acros has a really great fine grain, and some eye popping contrast.
Agfa APX (35mm, 100 iso) user-review
posted by alexeiz on June 27th, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: b&w, 35mm, and agfa

Creamy, soft black and white film, capable of great tones. If you’re ever in need of cheap black and white, but do not want to lose any quality, stop looking! The Agfa APX 100 is the right thing for you!
Fuji Acros (35mm, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: fujifilm, b&w, and 35mm

This monochrome champ gives awesome grey tones and razor-sharp results and is extremely fine grain. Wonderful for when you want to slow things down a bit. You can shoot with a full sun or with a long-exposure (or a flash!)
Fuji Neopan (35mm, 1600 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: fujifilm, b&w, and 35mm

This super-high speed film allows for hand-held shooting in low light without a flash. It also features a fat, crunchy film grain for that authentic lo-fi “noir” look. Its sheer magic inside your LC-A+ and will deliver beautifully gritty shots of angels with dirty faces.
Agfa APX (35mm, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: agfa, b&w, and 35mm

Deep blacks, rich whites, and a ton of contrast give this film a traditional-yet-edgy black and white appeal. Out of production in much of the world and quite rare!
Ilford XP2 (120, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 5 comments so far
Tags: 120, b&w, and ilford

If you need exceptionally small grain and spot-on pinprick sharpness, then this film is your ticket. On top of that, it can be processed in normal C41 chemicals – meaning that even the el cheapo lab or supermarket down the road can develop this film at their usual rock-bottom price. If there is a more penny-saving way of shooting creatively and easily with B&W, we haven’t found it.
Agfa APX (35mm, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 2 comments so far
Tags: agfa, b&w, and 35mm

Those super-strong black and white tones that you love in APX 100, but with a speed boost to 400 for extra-dark or extra-fast subject. Woot, woot says I. The bigger grain is quite tasty too.
Rollei Retro (35mm, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: rollei, b&w, and 35mm

A very special film designed to give the sharp tones and punchy contrast of classic black and white photography.
Lucky SDH (120, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 3 comments so far
Tags: negative, b&w, and 120mm

A seriously rare and unique Chinese black and white film that has to be seen to be believed. Lucky is famous around the world for its cheap-yet-bizarre appeal, and this contrasty emulsion (famous for its slightly over-strong highlights) is the perfect match for the Holga’s equally off-kilter optics.
Ilford SFX (120, 200 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: ilford, b&w, and 120mm

After spending some years in “the discontinued film wilderness”, we are pleased to announce that the Ilford SFX super premium special effects film is back. Using an “extended red range” this film mimics the insane look of infrared films – without the expensive and complicated development. Slap a red filter onto the end of your lens (or just hold one in front) for an even more dramatic effect. Plants and foliage have a strong white glow and skin tones take on a supernatural appearance.
Ilford SFX (35mm, 200 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: b&w, 35mm, and ilford

After spending some years in “the discontinued film wilderness”, we are pleased to announce that the Ilford SFX super premium special effects film is back. Using an “extended red range” this film mimics the insane look of infrared films – without the expensive and complicated development. Slap a red filter onto the end of your lens (or just hold one in front) for an even more dramatic effect. Plants and foliage have a strong white glow and skin tones take on a supernatural appearance.
Foma Fomapan (35mm, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: foma, b&w, and 35mm

This rather funky Czech-made black and white chap is actually a bit of king when it comes to making the most of unsatisfactory weather conditions. Yielding low grain, low contrast shots whether under or over-exposed. You can rely on this one to bring home the goods.
Foma Fomapan (35mm, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: foma, b&w, and 35mm

As the name suggests this B&W film is speedy. However, as with the Fomapan 100, the Action is great at getting results in unfavourable light conditions, using short exposure times. Nice price, nice effect.
Foma Fomapan (120, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: foma, b&w, and 120

Sharper than your mum’s knitting needles, the Fortepan 100 is an excellent and affordable B & W film. Fine grained and fantastic in normal light conditions.
Foma Fomapan (120, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: foma, b&w, and 120

As the name suggests this B & W film is speedy. However, as with the Fomapan 100, the Action is great at getting results in unfavourable light conditions, using short exposure times. Nice price, nice effect.
Forte Fortepan (120, 100 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: 120, b&w, and forte

Sharper than your mum’s knitting needles, the Fortepan 100 is an excellent and affordable B & W film. Fine grained and fantastic in normal light conditions.
Forte Fortepan (120, 400 iso)
posted by FOOKSHIT on May 23rd, 2008, 0 comments so far
Tags: 120, b&w, and forte

This little treat is super in artificial light as it boasts extended light sensitivity in the red part of the spectrum. Additionally, the Fortepan 400 has a surprisingly lengthy tonal range even when light is scarce.

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