question about polaroid 405 holder

[alex from holland]

Hi all,

today i received a 405 filmholder. It is already loaded with some film.
A general question : do i have to finish the whole pack before switching or can i swith film(packs) inbetween ? so in situations i want to switch from say 100 to 400 iso ??

thanks

alex

[Louie Powell]

Opening the 405 with a pack in place will sacrifice the top sheet of film in the pack.

[Ash]

alex in my experience you're better off using the whole pack or buying a second holder.

The cost of instant film makes me very careful with its usage, I'd not waste a single shot. You could try swapping over in a changing bag, but the amount of effort involved would be equal to getting a second holder.

[alex from holland]

Thanks,

I just gave it a try. the film which was in it were all dryed up.
I must say i find the single sheet holders from polaroid much more easy to work with.

The guy who designed this system.........................
I find it difficult to bring in a new sheetpack. How do you do this when you are in a hurry...