randall_pukalo Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 I decided to experiment and try the dr5 black and white slide process. Just got back my first slides, and they are awesome! I tried Scala, HP5, and T-Max100 in this process. Each has a unique result. The Scala looks just like regular Scala in the Scala process (so this is a good replacement lab now that all but Main Photo can no longer do Scala). HP5 gives a very contrasty result with very black blacks, it reminds me of old photos. I shot it at 800 iso. T-Max 100 is my favorite - a neutral lower contrast black and white, with incredible resolution and lack of grain. Now I want to try the Sepia dr5 process with these films. Anyways, I highly recommend dr5 for anyone who wants to try something new and unique. If you have not tried BW slides, you will be in for a nice suprise. (hint, shoot people/emotions, or try architecture). Oh yes, the price is a bit high at $13 a roll, but considering what we spend on lenses, accessories, etc., it is not that bad if you are shooting only a few rolls at most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heller_harris Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 Great process. I live in the UK now, so I really miss it. If you need even more speed, try HP5 @1200; amazing quality. Heller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan_w. Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 Randall, Have you ever done your own reversal processing of B&W films (at home?) I'd be curious as to how the results compare. I've heard only good things about DR5, but the cost for me is prohibitive (I don't live in the USA either). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klix Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Randall - could you post some pictures so we can all see? Thx KL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted_chambers Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 dr5 makes it possible to scan 35mm with a flatbed scanner. I would have sworn this was impossible - 35mm is ordinarily much too soft in a flatbed. Last fall I sent a roll of 35mm taken at Coney Island through dr5, and they scanned (and printed) razor sharp. Expensive (though less expensive than B&W specialty labs here in New York), but highly recommended all the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbajzek Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I'll add my endorsement of DR5 as well; I've now tried 6 different films with them, and I'm blown away by the results. Thus far the clear winner for me is Plus-X (incredible sharpness and resolution), with Scala and HP4 looking very impressive as well. I'm in the process of scanning a big batch right now, and I find that these slides scan very well. All in all well worth the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vapparn Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 DRWOOD, What about sending from abroad? Have you experience with clients from Europe? I'm interested in your process, but sending films from north Europe sounds a bit risky when it comes to x-rays etc. Anyway, I will try this later. How is it with S8? What to expect when processing Plus-X 8mm in DR5? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris_francis Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 All: I have had a great experience with DR5 using Efke 25 and Ilford Delta 100. 6x7 sildes are great! My only regret is that I don't run more film through the process. DR5 website is VERY helpfull. Kris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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