Results 1 to 6 of 6

Thread: Kodak Ektapan Question

  1. #1

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    I noticed that Kodak is offering a B&W film called Ektapan in various sizes incl uding 5x7 and 11x14. In the Kodak website it is touted as a fine grained film de signed for electronic flash portrature and commercial applications but can be sh ot with natural light. T Max RS developer is also one of the developers that can be used. Has anyone experience with this film that you can share with us? Many thanks.

  2. #2

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    I've been using Ektapan because is the only 4x5 film available here in the shops in Rio de Janeiro. I don't particulary like this film. With my procedures, developing in trays with HC-110, I find the contrast low and more grain that I like. To have aceptable results I also have to develop about two more minutes than the recomended time. In the subjective aspect I think the negatives don't have the same beauty as Tri-X, even when used in my medium format cameras. That is just my personal experience and I am relatively new in the Large Format realm, so I will be glad if other members of the forum could give advice on how to have better results with Ektapan.

  3. #3

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    IMHO, Ektapan is a Great film although, from what I understand it has been discontinued in 4x5. It is a beautiful fine grained film with a fabulous tonal range!

  4. #4

    Join Date
    Jan 2001
    Posts
    522

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    Scott, I guess we'll have to wait for the new catalog to come out, but this sheet I have says that they just did away with the 70mm and 3.5 inch long roll sizes of ektapan. According to "Current films at a Glance" (Aug. 2001), Ektapan is still available in 4x5 and 5x7 in the 100 sheet boxes. 8x10 is 50 sheets. This isn't an inclusive list either, so I'd say to check with EK on the availablity.

  5. #5

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    Thanks DK for starting my heart again!

  6. #6
    David Vickery
    Join Date
    Oct 1998
    Location
    Texas, USA
    Posts
    220

    Kodak Ektapan Question

    Hello, I have used Ektapan in the 4x5 size (for landscapes only) and am eager to try it in the 8x10 and 11x14 sizes but have not been able to yet. It is a beautiful, sharp film that handles high contrast outdoor scenes well. I love it. I would recommend that you use one of the pyro developers with it.
    Sudek ambled across my mind one day and took his picture. Only he knows where it is.
    David Vickery

Similar Threads

  1. Question Re. Kodak Gear and Rotratrim Trimmers
    By Matt Long in forum Business
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 11-Oct-2004, 11:59
  2. Kodak Question on filmnare
    By Mike Troxell in forum Darkroom: Film, Processing & Printing
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 5-Dec-2003, 12:16
  3. kodak masterview 8x10 extension question.
    By David Hempenstall in forum Cameras & Camera Accessories
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 31-Oct-2003, 00:49
  4. Ektapan???
    By david clark in forum Darkroom: Film, Processing & Printing
    Replies: 11
    Last Post: 20-Jun-2001, 15:15
  5. Ever used Kodak Ektapan 4x5 sheet film?
    By Frank Burtnett in forum Darkroom: Film, Processing & Printing
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 14-Feb-2001, 01:19

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •