[MF3D.FORUM:1009] Re: Kodachrome 120 processing

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From: Kevin Dockery

To all:
At Paul's invitation, I thought I would introduce myself to the list.
     I first learned about stereophotography ca 3 yrs ago through
colleagues at work.  ( I am research scientist (PhD chemist) at Eastman
Kodak Co.,
and I have been working there for just under 4 yrs).  We have a small club
here (about a
dozen active members).  I soon bought a Kodak Stereo Camera, and I have
been shooting
Realist format stereo slides ever since (20-30 rolls a year, more?).
Later, I learned about
Medium Format Stereo, and in particular the Sputnik.  A number have come on
the market this year, and I bought one through ebay this past May.   After
a four or five trial rolls, I took it on our trip to the Galapagos this
past June  (I shot primarily E100S and some Kodachrome 64, as well as some
TMAX-100).    It was especially nice for the wildlife, e.g., marine
iguanas, tortoises, albatross.
     In general I am very impressed with what the Sputnik delivers,
provided you work within its limitations.  In the case of my Sputnik, I
find that it works best in non-specular light (shiney objects are
problematic) with closed F-stops (F-16 or F-22).  The 50th of a second and
"B" modes are the only two shutter speeds I use.  Flare can be an issue,
and light leaks, especially through the back are a concern, although
keeping the camera under wraps most of the time helps.  Just a note to
anyone shooting 120 format Kodachrome 64.  I find that the film backing
(paper) is somewhat transparent, and it is best to view the film counter in
very subdued light. Even so, I got quite a few very nice Kodachrome stereo
shots  (they have a very "real" look to them, I find).   The more recent
backings (polyethylene) are much more opaque.
     For a viewer, I have a Sputnik viewer, which I bought separately from
the camera from the same seller.  For viewing the slides, I set the viewer
on a sheet of glossy white paper (electronic Photo quality paper).  For
mounts I am using the RMM mounts.  Being able to crop the image is a real
luxury.  I especially like the close-ups.
     I look forward to  hearing about other peoples experiences with Medium
Format Stereo, and to any advice they may have (Projection?!!).  And, I
hope my Sputnik hangs in there for a while, it was definitely worth
bringing on vacation.
Regards,
Kevin




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Subject:  [MF3D.FORUM:1007] Kodachrome 120 processing




A new RMM MF 3D mount customer told me has been having
good success using the Kokak Wimbledon lab for Kodachrome
120 processing.  For those who still have some (or want
to get some), here's the info:

Kodak Ltd, Kodak Professional Film Processing Lab
29 Deer Park Rd
Wimbledon, London SW193UG
England

phone 44 20 8545 0845

The price is 5 pounds 30 pence/roll, they accept credit
cards, and turnaround time is said to be quite good.

Of course, 120 Kodachrome has been out of production
for quite some time, if I'm not mistaken.

The above is courtesy of Kevin Dockery, who is now our
latest new subscriber.  Kevin, I usually ask new members
to take a moment to introduce themselves and tell us a
little about their experiences with MF stereo, so we'd
love to hear what you've been doing.

Paul Talbot