Rollei Retro 400S Black and White 120 Filmfrom Rollei Retro 400S Black and White 120 Filmis a panchromatic black and white negative film featuring an extended infrared sensitivity within the range of 650-750nm for producing unique halation effects, which can be controlled by exposure. Its nominal speed of ISO 400/27° offers extensive versatility and latitude, which is further complemented by high sharpness, contrast, and acutance. The film's polyester base has been tested to an LE-500 (life expectancy of 500 years) archival rating, and additionally, this clear base is particularly well suited for scanning applications.

This is one roll of 120 format film.

Panchromatic B&W Negative Film    ISO 400/27° in Standard Process    650-750nm Infrared Sensitivity Range    High Sharpness, Good Contrast    Ideal for Scanning Applications    Archival LE-500-Rated Polyester Base

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work in a Rollei 16s minature 8mm camera?

A: This film is for medium format cameras that use 120 (6cm) film. It will not fit a miniature 8mm.

Q: 2. any information on reciprocity?

A: I've shot a couple rolls, I like the images and I did a couple long exposures without compensating and all negatives were of normal density. However even though it's an ASA 25 film the grain is finer with Ilford Pan f 50.

Q: 3. Is this batch still made in the Belgium factory or some where else?

A: Country of origin is still Germany, has not changed for many years.

Q: 4. Will it work for a Polaroid 80A

A: Rollei Retro 80S Black and White Negative Film (120 Roll Film) is incompatible with the POLAROID Land Camera MODEL 80A unless the camera is converted to use 120 film. The camera used old Polaroid roll film, long out of production.

Q: 5. 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?

A: 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.

Q: 6. Does it work for an 80A Polaroid

A: Unfortunately the film for the Polaroid 80A was discontinued by the manufacturer in 1980. There are no more films made that are compatible with your camera.

Q: 7. What are the differences between this, the Retro 400s, vs the RPX 400?

A: The main difference is, Rollei Retro 400S Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures) is more sensitive to Infrared light. But in most uses you will not see the difference.

Q: 8. Is there still a defect with the 120 format? There has been an issue with a defective backing

A: The defective paper issue with the Rollei Retro 80S Black and White Negative Film (120 Roll Film) was resolved sometime in 2021. Our current films are not showing any paper defect.

Q: 9. Is this film useable with a B+W 093 IR filter? What ISO would I set on my meter?

A: Yes you can use the B+W -93 IR filter with Rollei Infrared 400 Black and White Negative Film (120 Roll Film, Boxed). Note, results can vary.

Q: 10. 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

A: The Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack can be used to develop Rollei Retro 80S Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures). This should have a developing time with ILFOSOL 3 (1+9 dilution) of 5 minutes at 68°F / 20°C.