After taking a view camera class this summer I just bought a 4x5 field camera and want to develop my film at home. I'm trying to figure out what my best options are, without spending a ton. I could tray process B&W film, but (a) may not have that much room in a fully dark room and (b) really prefer to shoot color. A Jobo is too expensive, so I thought perhaps I'd use a Mod54, which would solve the space issue (I have a small, dark room I could load it in). I'd like to shoot color transparency film, but am concerned about the price of the developer kit. Lastly, color negative film is an option, but I'm not sure it solves that much over transparency film. So...
1) The Mod54 says to use 1 liter of chemicals...is that required even if developing less than the 6 sheets?
2) If I make 1 liter of chemicals, how many times can I reuse that? And how long will it last?
3) Are there options for color negative film that would last longer once mixed?
My main concern is spending a bunch on the kit (Arista or Tetenal) and not getting enough shelf life or uses out of it. Realistically I'll only be able to shoot 3 or 4 sheets a week.
Any help or suggestions is very much appreciated. Thanks!
David
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