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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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Is this batch still made in the Belgium factory ...
Is this batch still made in the Belgium factory or some where else?
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.
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
Massive dev chart says 5 minutes. The manufacturer's recommendation on the packaging is for 7 minutes.
Date published: 2021-10-30
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retro 80 suitable for reversal processing?
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.
Date published: 2025-09-01
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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?
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.
Date published: 2019-09-15
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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?
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.
Date published: 2025-09-01