Leica B&W Monopan 50 Film
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Freakscene
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Robert, are you sure that it has not been modified and confected by Adox? The times and curves are closer to HR-50, which is Aviphot Pan that has been ‘modified’ (probably pre-flashed or hypered [Adox calls it ‘speed boost’] in a gaseous environment) than Aviphot Pan 80 (which Adox sells/sold as IR-HR Pro 50). Plus if Agfa made it for them it would need to be labelled made in Belguim.
FotohuisR
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If you made the packing in Germany and only the film itself comes from Belgium you are according EU rules allowed to mention it 'made in Germany'. On the other hand too. Packed NC500 OrWo Filmotec in PRC but emulsion and coating done in Germany is about the same. You are not obliged to mention 'made in Germany' packed in China.
Freakscene
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Ok, well, we will see then!
FotohuisR
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In the past also done with Technical Pan. For sure Leica made a deal with Agfa-Gevaert, not Impex and I am sure Leica will introduce a fine developer for it too. You have several good possibilities for this iso 32-50 film. Fits fine with the high resolution of Leica glass too. Even Suvatlar in Hamburg could do it for the receipt for a suitable developer for this high resolution B&W film. It is not that high tech.
dave lackey
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Ugh… just now working on my coffee as I need to get moving this morning. 🙂 I’ve finished my workout as usual, but my mind is still a bit foggy. However, I have a few days before my Adox HR-50 film is delivered via USPS.
So, it occurs to me to become familiar with the film and setting the EI for shooting in the morning hours at the beginning of Summer here. I presume I could start at EI=50.
I think I shall shoot the first roll and develop it in Ilford DD-X. Has anyone already worked through a developing protocol with HR-50 and already have a preference? 😇
A few images would be nice to see. Thanks in advance…👍
Can you tell that I am looking forward to a faux Christmas in July? LOL…😂
So, it occurs to me to become familiar with the film and setting the EI for shooting in the morning hours at the beginning of Summer here. I presume I could start at EI=50.
I think I shall shoot the first roll and develop it in Ilford DD-X. Has anyone already worked through a developing protocol with HR-50 and already have a preference? 😇
A few images would be nice to see. Thanks in advance…👍
Can you tell that I am looking forward to a faux Christmas in July? LOL…😂
dave lackey
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Apparently, this is a good way to go since I already have DD-X:
- Ilford DDX: Developed at 20°C, 1+4 dilution for 7 minutes 30 seconds with standard agitation.
FotohuisR
Member
About the Agfa-Gevaert factory in Mortsel, Belgium:
FotohuisR
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Freakscene
Obscure member
Interesting that they are saying demand has fallen when all the other manufacturers have said it is increasing sharply.
FotohuisR
Member
For traffic film it is going down fast. Almost all systems for trafic control in the Netherlands are digital. But there will be always a small market left: See Foma X-ray program to China, India, Pakistan etc.
Freakscene
Obscure member
It seems strange that they do not make some regular camera film and market that. Maybe there are historical agreements that are binding for some reason. Or maybe they are just stubborn.
FotohuisR
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In the past Leitz had good connections with Agfa.
ChrisPlatt
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The introduction of a Leica ISO 50 film may be a marketing ploy to get you Leica owners to buy more of those fast - and pricey - Summilux and Noctilux lenses! 😉
dave lackey
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Marketing ploy? LOL..😂…we love it!
Bring it on!😁😁😁
Bring it on!😁😁😁
Jonathan R
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If they put a red dot on the cassette, should I sue them?
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jbielikowski
Jan Bielikowski
You'll be fine, I switched from DD-X to FX-39 because it's one shot and they are somewhat similar and it works great for HR 50.
Try not to overexpose it, meter it more as a slide film than a negative.
Valkir1987
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Back in the days... taken from the Leica Handbuch by Fritz Vith. Films for Leica made by Agfa and Perutz. The cooperation ensured a proper fitting cartridge for the costumer who bought a Leica labeled film.
dave lackey
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That’s cool!😎
Thanks for sharing that history!
You know, I am really becoming more interested in historical discussions in a lot of areas of my interests. Maybe it’s normal as one gets older. Maybe it’s because I’m just now being enlightened. Who knows… but I really enjoy classics and vintage things as well. To see Leica paying homage to its past… well, I am delighted to see that. 👍
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