Re: Konica IR film

[George L Smyth <GLSmyth@xxxxxxx>]

Lee, Kevin wrote:
> 
> Hi, I am a first time user of IR film and have just received a 24 exp roll
> of Konica IR (35mm) film.
> 
> Could anyone tell me the do's and dont's of loading and shooting the film?

There are no loading requirements above and beyond that of regular B&W
film.

> I am concerned on loading the film in subdued light, how long should a roll
> of film be lying in the
> camera before processing?, lens focussing, which filter for the best effects
> (I have a #25 for my 35mm gear),
> will handling the film in the darkroom before film processing require any
> special attention?, etc.

As always, process as soon as possible after exposure.  You don't need
to concern yourself with correcting for focus unless you are shooting a
close subject at a wide aperture.  In that case, you will want to do a
slight correction.  A #25 filter will probably yield your best results,
although an opaque filter will heighten the effect.  No special
handling.

> I hear that the film can be rated from 10ASA to 100ASA and still get good
> results.

I rate the film EI10 (or thereabouts) when metering through the #25
filter.  Some examples of my work with this film can be seen on my Web
page.

Cheers -

george

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