Jockos
Well-known
A few weeks ago, I got a newsletter email from Fotoimpex, usually I throw away all newsletters that reach my inbox - don't even ask why I wont unsubscribe...
In this, they were advertising for FX-39, an old developer invented by Geoffrey Crawley.
I'd never heard of it before, so I set out for a quick search. It was intriguing! Speed like XTOL with a different tonality, and a good amount of oumph to the images!
Lately I've been thinking that I'm satisfied with my XTOL processing, I finally get the results I want, tonality wise, so I need to try something new in order to not get stuck.
I went straight to my old crack dealer for a fix. I haven't used Macodirect in a while, because UPS was their only shipping option, and in Sweden if you're not a corporation, it's rather difficult to actually receive packages from UPS.
To my joy, I discovered that DHL is now partnering with Macodirect as well, unfortunately this DHL service will not deliver to service points in Sweden.
During the transit time, I shot a roll of Fomapan 100. Unfortunately, the weather has not been in my favor - strong sunshine, no clouds, loads of pollen - but I managed to finish it anyway.
Today the package arrived, unfortunately the FX-39 bottle had leaked, and most of the content was covered in yellow liquid. Not very smelly, might be a good alternative for those sensitive to that!
There was a few centiliters left in the bottle for me to salvage. I found the old Paterson data sheet, and developed accordingly.
The first thing that strikes me is the shadow detail, it's really good, especially for being Fomapan 100 shot at 100:
(Click for full size!)
This is JPG straight from the scanner.
For me, Fomapan 100 is a film for overcast weather only since it's so contrasty, but with this developer, it has enough tonality to survive the harsh spring sun.
It looks sharp, it has the oumph, grain is certainly not overwhelming (especially with the low resolution Canon 9000F).
I like it, and will order another bottle soon, hoping that it will survive transportation this time..
Put up some more pictures in the gallery with this developer, these has been post-processed and may not represent the optimal quality of this film and developer combination.
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260002&showall=1
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260003&showall=1
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260001&showall=1
If you haven't tried this one out, and want a really nice developer for slow film and T-grain film, give this one a shot. Price is reasonable, and it's liquid.
In this, they were advertising for FX-39, an old developer invented by Geoffrey Crawley.
I'd never heard of it before, so I set out for a quick search. It was intriguing! Speed like XTOL with a different tonality, and a good amount of oumph to the images!
Lately I've been thinking that I'm satisfied with my XTOL processing, I finally get the results I want, tonality wise, so I need to try something new in order to not get stuck.
I went straight to my old crack dealer for a fix. I haven't used Macodirect in a while, because UPS was their only shipping option, and in Sweden if you're not a corporation, it's rather difficult to actually receive packages from UPS.
To my joy, I discovered that DHL is now partnering with Macodirect as well, unfortunately this DHL service will not deliver to service points in Sweden.
During the transit time, I shot a roll of Fomapan 100. Unfortunately, the weather has not been in my favor - strong sunshine, no clouds, loads of pollen - but I managed to finish it anyway.
Today the package arrived, unfortunately the FX-39 bottle had leaked, and most of the content was covered in yellow liquid. Not very smelly, might be a good alternative for those sensitive to that!
There was a few centiliters left in the bottle for me to salvage. I found the old Paterson data sheet, and developed accordingly.
The first thing that strikes me is the shadow detail, it's really good, especially for being Fomapan 100 shot at 100:
(Click for full size!)
This is JPG straight from the scanner.
For me, Fomapan 100 is a film for overcast weather only since it's so contrasty, but with this developer, it has enough tonality to survive the harsh spring sun.
It looks sharp, it has the oumph, grain is certainly not overwhelming (especially with the low resolution Canon 9000F).
I like it, and will order another bottle soon, hoping that it will survive transportation this time..
Put up some more pictures in the gallery with this developer, these has been post-processed and may not represent the optimal quality of this film and developer combination.
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260002&showall=1
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260003&showall=1
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/showphoto.php?photoid=260001&showall=1
If you haven't tried this one out, and want a really nice developer for slow film and T-grain film, give this one a shot. Price is reasonable, and it's liquid.
bmattock
Veteran
Looks pretty good, congratulations on your find!
Skiff
Well-known
Adox FX-39 is an excellent developer. I am using it, too. For several different films, both T-Grain and classic cubic emulsions.
Jockos
Well-known
lynnb
Veteran
thanks for the heads up on this. I will see if it's available in Australia. I've been developing Fomapan 200 in Fomadon LQN with good results, but would be interested in comparing another developer.
mcfingon
Western Australia
Vanbar in Melbourne is advertising Paterson FX39 on their website: search for Paterson
http://www.vanbar.com.au/catalogue/index.php?btnSearch=1
http://www.vanbar.com.au/catalogue/index.php?btnSearch=1
Skiff
Well-known
Dcanalogue
Established
Lately I'm using Adox FX39 a lot. Got good results with some different film (Pan F, Kentmere 100, Fp4+, Delta 100 & 400, Trix). Good results with Adox CMS 20 too.....!
The only one disappointing (too much grainy) has been Foma Retropan 320, albeit with a nice tonal range.
E.g.
Delta 100
Kentmere 100
TriX
Adox CMS 20
Foma Retropan 320
The only one disappointing (too much grainy) has been Foma Retropan 320, albeit with a nice tonal range.
E.g.
Delta 100
Kentmere 100
TriX
Adox CMS 20
Foma Retropan 320
Jockos
Well-known
This morning I received a replacement bottle for the one that leaked, great (albeit slow) service from Macodirect! More FX-39 to come!
spaceistheplace
Established
I just bought a bottle to test it.
What films do you like souped in FX-39?
What films do you like souped in FX-39?