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Rollei Retro 80S Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures)

BH #RO810812 • MFR #810812
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Rollei Retro 80S Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures)
Key Features
  • Panchromatic B&W Negative Film
  • ISO 80/20° in Standard Process
  • Extended IR Sensitivity to 775nm
  • Fine Grain Structure, Broad Tonal Range
Rollei's Retro 80S is a slow-speed panchromatic black and white negative film with extended near-infrared sensitivity to 775nm. This additional red sensitivity helps to cut through haze or fog and also smooth skin tones and blemishes, making it ideal for portraiture. It has a nominal sensitivity of ISO 80/20° and is characterized by a fine grain structure and broad tonal range. It is coated onto a transparent polyester base, with anti-static coatings, that makes it well-suited to scanning applications.
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Rollei Retro 80S 35mm Overview

Rollei's Retro 80S is a slow-speed panchromatic black and white negative film with extended near-infrared sensitivity to 775nm. This additional red sensitivity helps to cut through haze or fog and also smooth skin tones and blemishes, making it ideal for portraiture. It has a nominal sensitivity of ISO 80/20° and is characterized by a fine grain structure and broad tonal range. It is coated onto a transparent polyester base, with anti-static coatings, that makes it well-suited to scanning applications.

This item is one 36-exposure roll of 35mm film.

Rollei Retro 80S 35mm Specs

Number of Rolls
1
Film Format
35mm
Number of Exposures
36
Film Type
Panchromatic B&W Negative
ISO/ASA Film Speed
80
Film Processing
Standard Black and White Chemistry
Film Base
Polyester
Layer Thickness
100.0 µm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.075 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
2.45 x 1.5 x 1.5"

Rollei Retro 80S 35mm Reviews

Good stuff

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-11

Scans great, punchy contrast and pushes fine the images were shot at 160iso and developed in hc110 for 6min rotary at 70 degrees. Bought a bulk roll will definitely be shooting this regularly

Great film for special shots

By David
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2024-02-20

I was skeptical about this film. It's extremely contrasty. But in the right hands it's really special. Not as much dynamic range as other films.... But that makes you slow down. Images from this film need to be exposed just right. But when you get it... This film rewards is users with deep blacks and glowing whites.

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Is this batch still made in the Belgium factory ...

Is this batch still made in the Belgium factory or some where else?
Asked by: YIsrael Ori
I purchased a roll recently and the box is marked made in Belgium. The distributor, Hans O. Mahn GmbH and Co. is basted in Stapelfeld, Germany.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2021-07-18

Would Ilford Simplicity kit work for this film? ...

Would Ilford Simplicity kit work for this film? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1448926-REG/ilford_1178858_simplicity_film_kit.html What is development time/temperature? Thank you
Asked by: Yosef
Massive dev chart says 5 minutes. The manufacturer's recommendation on the packaging is for 7 minutes.
Answered by: Juan
Date published: 2021-10-30

question

retro 80 suitable for reversal processing?
Asked by: Anonymous
I used this film earlier and its grain structure is very good. Tonality is fantastic. I never used reversal process for this film. I am sorry I don't have answer for your question.
Answered by: Saibal D.
Date published: 2025-09-01

question

how does one get the the whited out foliage appearance and darkened sky appearance on this film? is it random? or is it more of an exposure trick?
Asked by: Jesse
You definitely want to use a 720 Nanometer IR filter...a Hoya R72 or equal. But this film only has sensitivity to 775 nanometers....which gives you a narrow spectrum of light to work with. For the effect you're looking for, you would be better off using the Rollei 400 speed IR film, which has sensitivity to 820 nanometers....this will allow the film to "see" more infrared light, allowing for more of the effect you're looking for.
Answered by: Charles
Date published: 2019-09-15

question

My camera does not have ISO 80 as an option. I'm shooting with the Minolta XE-5 which goes right from 60 to 125. Whats an ideal way to handle this situation if I want to experiment with this film?
Asked by: DJ L.
Your camera does have the option of selecting ISO 80. You are looking at the shutter-speed dial. Consult your user's manual to find how to select the ISO.
Answered by: Chris
Date published: 2025-09-01
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