FOMAPAN 100, image samples

[Torvik]

Leica MP, Summarit 35/2.5
Semi-Stand Development 500ml (Mixing Ratio 200 : 2 : 1 - Water : Rodinal : HC-110) 2x 40min

 

[elmarman]

I used some outdated Fomapan 100 120 size in my 1950's British 'Ensign Selfix 16/20 Model I + 75mm f4.5 ENSAR lens on a walkabout in Admiral's Park, CHELMSFORD Essex England and processed in my Home-Made 2-bath developer. There was some fog level in the rebates but I managed to get some darkroom Prints out on some old Ilfobrom Glossy Grade 2 S/W 7x5" with my Durst M601 enlarger and scanned them

 

[Dachs99]

I have developed 2 rolls of Fomapan 100 - 120. In almost all of the photos I have a greenish colour generally in the bottom of the photo. I developed in Ilford Ilfosol 3. Any thoughts?

 

[Freakscene]

I have developed 2 rolls of Fomapan 100 - 120. In almost all of the photos I have a greenish colour generally in the bottom of the photo. I developed in Ilford Ilfosol 3. Any thoughts?

Show us a photo of the negs. A mobile phone photo against a white computer screen is fine.

 

[Coldkennels]

I have developed 2 rolls of Fomapan 100 - 120. In almost all of the photos I have a greenish colour generally in the bottom of the photo. I developed in Ilford Ilfosol 3. Any thoughts?

My first thought is that you didn't prewash enough.

The prewash on 120 rolls of Fomapan comes out a strong jade green colour. It sounds like some of that was left in.

 

[Mr_Flibble]

Leica IIIg, Summicron, fresh Fomapan 100 Classic loaded from a bulk roll.
HC-110, E, 8min, 20C, 1 inversion every 30 seconds.

 

[shawn]

I have developed 2 rolls of Fomapan 100 - 120. In almost all of the photos I have a greenish colour generally in the bottom of the photo. I developed in Ilford Ilfosol 3. Any thoughts?

Do a tempering/pre-wash for a minute with plain water before you develop. Your water will come out green. It is the anti-halation layer washing off.

 

[Dachs99]

Here you can see the green in the foreground. I am about to finish another roll and will do a long pre-wash and see how I go.

 

[Muggins]

I agree with the others here. Fomapan's anti-halation layer is a similar colour to Martian snot. I develop infrequently enough to have always forgotten just how GREEN!!! it is by the next time.

 

[jbielikowski]

I'm ressurecting this old thread because I've been shooting some fresh Foma 100 recently and it got significantly better. No stupid color mask, no spots, dries flat. I got mine from bulk roll vendor and they source it fresh from the factory. I know many folks got burnt with Fomapan but if you are cheap like me give it a go, maybe this time you'll like it.


Old Muthill Church, Canon 35/2 LTM

 

[hellojamin]

Last time I noticed QC issues was around 2015. Horrible scratches on the emulsion. Since then I shot 4 foma (2×100 and 2×200) and no issues with them. I also have 2×400 in 35mm.

These are both shot with foma100, developer is HC110. Both shot with a Rolleicord Ia with an uncoated Triotar 75f/4.5

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These are great photos.

 

[hellojamin]

I think that's more down to developer than the film. I'm not familiar with L110 but based on name, dilution and image, I'm guessing it's an HC-110 clone, and as I mentioned earlier on this thread, HC-110 variants and derivatives tend to lead to blown highlights.

Rodinal is a far better developer for this film - much better dynamic range and tonal curve. Here's a recent one with a very contrasty scene:

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(Leica Ic, Voigtlander 28mm Color Skopar, Fomapan 100 in Rodinal 1:50)

That would have been an absolute mess if I'd used HC-110 or LC29. As it is, nothing is completely blown out, midtones are where I like them, and there's a good amount of shadow detail. This is straight from the scanner, too - no levels adjustments at all.

beautiful, making me want to try this combo.

 

[Coldkennels]

beautiful, making me want to try this combo.

Thanks - you should! Fomapan and Rodinal 100 has been my go-to for years.

Here's one from last weekend with a Hektor 135mm on a Leica III:

 

[shawn]

For HC110 (at least the original variant) I would also recommend trying 100:1 stand developed for an hour. 4 inversions at the start and 4 inversions at 30 minutes. Works great with Fomapan 100 and many other films. I tend to develop all my B&W this way and don't hesitate to mix different films when developing.

Kraken 612 with Schneider 47mm f5.6, Fomapan 100 HC-110 100:1 stand

Bronica S2A Nikkor-D 40mm f4 Fomapan 100 HC-110 100:1

 

[Slumgullion]

I think Fomapan 100 is a great film. Absolutely stellar. The fact that it can be had so cheaply (relatively) is an added bonus. I bought 100' earlier this year; thankfully, no emulsion flaws (like the last 100' roll of Fomapan 400 I purchased). It works very well in Xtol.

Dad by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Nikon F6, Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1

Coronet in the Woods by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M7, Artizlab 35mm f/1.4, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

Jenny by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M5, Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 '8-Element,' Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

 

[chuckroast]

[Nov. 2023] Barking Mad




Crown Graphic, 127mm f/4.7 Ektar, 9x12 Fomapan 100 @ EI 100, D-23 1+9+lye, 60 min semistand, scan of silver print

 

[Freakscene]

I think Fomapan 100 is a great film. Absolutely stellar. The fact that it can be had so cheaply (relatively) is an added bonus. I bought 100' earlier this year; thankfully, no emulsion flaws (like the last 100' roll of Fomapan 400 I purchased). It works very well in Xtol.

Dad by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Nikon F6, Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1

Coronet in the Woods by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M7, Artizlab 35mm f/1.4, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

Jenny by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M5, Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 '8-Element,' Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

The first one is great, and the last one is the best photo I’ve seen in a long time.

 

[hellojamin]

I think Fomapan 100 is a great film. Absolutely stellar. The fact that it can be had so cheaply (relatively) is an added bonus. I bought 100' earlier this year; thankfully, no emulsion flaws (like the last 100' roll of Fomapan 400 I purchased). It works very well in Xtol.

Dad by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Nikon F6, Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1

Coronet in the Woods by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M7, Artizlab 35mm f/1.4, Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

Jenny by Jim Fischer, on Flickr
Leica M5, Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 '8-Element,' Fomapan 100 @ 50, Xtol 1:1.

beautiful images.

 

[jbielikowski]

Isle of Skye, Canon 35/2 LTM


Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh

 

[Freakscene]

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Isle of Skye, Canon 35/2 LTM

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Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh

Love the luminous sheep.