tony_f. Posted February 9, 1998 Share Posted February 9, 1998 Couple of Questions.... 1. I shoot 400 speed film and I am wondering what the effects of slowing or quickening my shutter speed does to the film. 2. I found some D76 film developer in a cupboard opened and another in a fridge closed (all at work). I'm sure the stuff is at least 5 years old. What's the shelf life? 3. I'm starting up my own little darkroom - with my film, any suggestions as to the type of film developer, print developer, stop, fixer, etc.... THANKS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy_laycock1 Posted February 10, 1998 Share Posted February 10, 1998 Tony I wouldn't use either of those D-76 developers. Even if they are still in the package in dry form you just don't know their storage history i.e. extreme temperatures etc. D-76 is dirt cheap so why not save yourself possible heartbreak and start fresh...with whatever developer you choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_w. Posted February 11, 1998 Share Posted February 11, 1998 Tony:Andy's right about discarding the D76. You can get endless answers on suggested darkroom supplies. Here's what I suggest for good value, good quality and relative ease.1. Film processing: hard to beat D76, powder, but easy to mix.2. Stop bath: Kodak indicator stop, liquid.3. Fixer: Ilford Universal Rapid, liquid (1:3 for film, 1:7 for paper), and you don't need a hardening fixer.4. I suggest using a wash-aid like Orbit, for 2mins., for film; cuts down wash time.5. Kodak or Edwal wetting agent for film.6. Ilford or Agfa MG RC paper.7. Dektol paper developer; mixes identical to D76. <p> Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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