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    Re: Shanghai 8x10 100 Film Test

    If believe this is also available as Catlabs 80 in 35mm to 8x10. I have a box and I look forward to shooting it.

    I do not believe it will sway me from FP4+ however.

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    Re: Shanghai 8x10 100 Film Test

    Quote Originally Posted by Erik Gould View Post
    That’s the Shanghai on the left? I have found to build contrast quickly. I rate it at 50 and develop it in Pyrocat HD, 1:1:50. Seems to tame it fairly well. I’m always happy when someone else’s tests confirm my own experiences.
    The Shanghai is slower and, per convention of H&D curve, Shanghai is the curve on the right.

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    Re: Shanghai 8x10 100 Film Test

    Quote Originally Posted by Willie View Post
    Three questions on the film.
    Glitches and problems with the emulsion finally gone away?
    How does it compare to Ilforf FP4+ in tonal separation, especially in mid tones?
    How does it react with plus and minus development compared to our old standbys, FP4+ and Tri-X?

    I have only processed 6 sheets so far, but emulsion seems fine.

    The long toe does not provide good shadow separation of tones. Mid curve is pretty straight, similar to FP4.

    I process all my film at the same gamma for printing but I don't see anything to suggest the Shanghai would not respond the correct way to alterations in development time.

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    Re: Shanghai 8x10 100 Film Test

    Quote Originally Posted by Willie View Post
    Three questions on the film.
    Glitches and problems with the emulsion finally gone away?
    How does it compare to Ilforf FP4+ in tonal separation, especially in mid tones?
    How does it react with plus and minus development compared to our old standbys, FP4+ and Tri-X?
    I have not tested the 8x10 version but I found significant quality control issues when I ordered Shanghai 120 rolls for my 6x6 gear.

    I switched to Arista EDU for my 120, 4x5 and 8x10 needs which has provided consistent quality.

    Where does everyone order their Shanghai from if they are achieving consistent quality product ?

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