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Rollei Infrared 400 Black and White Negative Film (4 x 5", 25 Sheets)

BH #ROIR4525 • MFR #8104100
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Rollei Infrared 400 Black and White Negative Film (4 x 5", 25 Sheets)
Key Features
  • IR-Sensitive Panchromatic B&W Neg. Film
  • ISO 400/27° without Filtration
  • 650-750nm Infrared Sensitivity Range
  • Very Wide Exposure Latitude
Rollei Infrared 400 is a unique infrared-sensitized panchromatic black and white negative film with a nominal sensitivity of ISO 400/27° without filtration. It is sensitive to IR wavelengths within the range of 650-750nm and can be used to produce unique halation effects with filtration and by varying the exposure length. It is suitable for working in both daylight and tungsten conditions and is characterized by a fine grain structure, notable sharpness, and high resolving power. Additionally, a good contrast profile offers clear separation between shadow and highlight regions. The film's polyester base has been tested to an LE-500 (life expectancy of 500 years) archival rating and also features an anti-static coating. Additionally, this clear base is particularly well-suited to scanning applications.
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Rollei Infrared 400 Overview

Rollei Infrared 400 is a unique infrared-sensitized panchromatic black and white negative film with a nominal sensitivity of ISO 400/27° without filtration. It is sensitive to IR wavelengths within the range of 650-750nm and can be used to produce unique halation effects with filtration and by varying the exposure length. It is suitable for working in both daylight and tungsten conditions and is characterized by a fine grain structure, notable sharpness, and high resolving power. Additionally, a good contrast profile offers clear separation between shadow and highlight regions. The film's polyester base has been tested to an LE-500 (life expectancy of 500 years) archival rating and also features an anti-static coating. Additionally, this clear base is particularly well-suited to scanning applications.

This item is one box of 25 sheets of 4 x 5" film.

Rollei Infrared 400 Specs

Quantity
25 Sheets
Film Size (W x H)
4 x 5" / 101.6 x 127 mm
Film Type
B&W Infrared
ISO/ASA Film Speed
400
Film Processing
Standard Black and White Chemistry
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.275 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.65 x 4.75 x 0.7"

Rollei Infrared 400 Reviews

No notches...

By Kevin
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2025-08-30

I knowI that I am late to the party, but I opened up a box of Rollei IR 400 film today that I bought last year. To my surprise, I could not find the film notch after fumbling in the changing bag for ten minutes. I exited the bag, and googled Rollei IR film - I discovered that they NO LONGER NOTCHED THE FILM. Why would they do this? With all due respect to the recent poster Rick and his complicated workaround, we would not have needed any this if Rollei had SIMPLY LEFT THE PRODUCT ALONE. I realize that, to some degree, we are all masochists in the film world, but given Rollei IR's thin film base, delicate emulsion surface, and heavy anti-halation layer, this latest insult to the consumer is just too much to handle. If this is all there is, I will go back to digital IR...

No notch on the film

By James
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2025-01-12

I bought this film in 2024 hoping to do some large format IR photograpjy. I find no fault with the film performance but the box I received has no notches on the film. I screwed up in the dark and could not figure out the film orientation and as a result got several images with nothing on them as I had loaded the film backwards, I tried to notch the film with scissors in the dark and failed at this too. It seems that Rollei should recall all this film and just sell the notched version. The box said the emulsion side was up, but I got this turned around in the dark.

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Do this have a notch for identifing the emulsion ...

Do this have a notch for identifing the emulsion side?
Asked by: Christopher
According to Rollei's description, Rollei Infrared 400 Black and White Negative Film (4 x 5", 25 Sheets) "This film has no notch for finding the emulsion side. The film is packed emulsion side up."
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-12-23

Will 4x5 IR film work in a pinhole camera?

Will 4x5 IR film work in a pinhole camera?
Asked by: HUBERT
The Rollei Infrared 400 Black and White Negative Film (4 x 5", 25 Sheets) can be used in a pinhole camera.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-06-19

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Hi, does this film require any focus shift to account for IR instead of visible light?
Asked by: Jason K.
IR film requires a focus adjustment - that is, after focusing using visible light, the focus ring is turned the distance between the white and red focus line/dot on the focus scale, because the focal point changes slightly in IR. That said, because the film is large format, it's a bit more difficult to gauge with bellows focusing.
Answered by: Richard B.
Date published: 2025-09-25

question

What are the specific filter that one should use with this film?
Asked by: Hugh L.
Hi, Hudh! You can use any filters for infrared films - #25 (600 nm) #89B (Cokin A/P007) (720 nm), or #87C (850 nm), etc.600 nm - is wavelength. Then more this value, the effect is stronger .Usually whan you use these filters, you need make 5-7 stops of expozition correction. But you need make some trial shots for definition of exact correction (the filter and method of measurement of an exposition change this correction).I use Cokin 007 and I make 6 stops correction, but may be you need another value.By the way - yon can use this film as the usual black-and-white film ISO 400 (without filter).Best regards,LeonidRussia
Answered by: Leonid K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Do yoh use a standard development process for this film?
Asked by: Jesse
Yes, I personally use HC-110.
Answered by: Amanda K.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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