rodinal

1 год назад

This video is the first in a series about Rodinal, a developer that the speaker has used for decades. The speaker discusses the unique properties of Rodinal, including its ability to produce a "glow" in highlights and its sharpness. They then demonstrate how to develop a roll of film in Rodinal, using a 1+50 dilution.

2 года назад

This video compares two types of film developers: solvent and non-solvent. The presenter uses XTOL (solvent) and Rodinal (non-solvent) to develop the same roll of film and then compares the results. The video explores the differences in grain and sharpness between the two developers, highlighting the benefits of each for different film formats and shooting styles.

1 год назад

This video compares two developers, Rodinal and HC110, to see which produces more pleasing grain. The creator uses the same film, scene, and exposure for both developers, and then compares the results in both scans and darkroom prints. The video explores the subtle differences in grain and sharpness between the two developers, and how they might affect different types of images.

5 месяцев назад

A viewer sent the creator a formula for a Rodinal grain reducer. The creator tests the formula by developing half of a roll of film in regular Rodinal and the other half with the additive. The video shows the results of the experiment, comparing the negatives and prints from both developers.

1 год назад

This video explores the different dilutions of Rodinal developer and their effects on film grain and contrast. The presenter compares scanned negatives and prints developed with various dilutions, highlighting the unique characteristics of each, including the "Rodinal glow" achieved with higher dilutions.

1 год назад

This video teaches viewers how to make their own Rodinal developer from scratch. The process involves mixing three simple ingredients: sodium sulfite, p-aminophenol base, and potassium hydroxide. The video provides detailed instructions and safety tips for handling these chemicals.

1 год назад

This video demonstrates how to develop black and white film using Adonal developer, a type of Rodinal. The creator explains how to dilute the developer, push expired film, and adjust for temperature variations. They also discuss the importance of testing fixer and washing film properly.