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Rollei/Maco Retro 400S

Super-panchromatic 400 film on polyester (sensitivity 380-730 nm) with fine grain (RMS 11) and about +/-2 stops latitude; pushes to EI 800.

ISO

400

Formats

2

35mm, 120

Process

BW

Type

B&W

Characteristics

Grainfine
ContrastNot published
Latitudegood

Reciprocity Failure

No official data available. The manufacturer hasn't published reciprocity specifications for this film.

For long exposures, try starting with a 1.3 exponent (t' = t1.3) as a baseline and bracket your shots. This is a reasonable middle ground that works for many films.

No manufacturer reciprocity data found; test or bracket long exposures.

Often Used For

landscapeinfrared effectsgeneral

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