I like D-23. I have chems coming in soon to make it. Also a Xray shooter. Love what Pyrocat does with it don’t like going thru so much of it though. Thanks for the video.
Both of those look great. I think I might slightly prefer the perceived higher acutance of D23 in this particular image, but I am not convinced that's s systematic difference. I think either option would serve great.
I have settled on PyroCat-HD (liquid version from the Formulary) for all my B&W film work. Well, on the rare occasion I will use Rodinal if I want that look. I like to keep things simple. I got burned by Xtol once and then again by Kodak so no Xtol for me. Love you videos!!
Resolution seems the same, the x-tol-negativ has little less contrast, a more glooming rendering in the highlights and a bit wider tonal range. Both beautiful stuff. Thanks for another excellent video. (as always)
This randomly appeared in my RUclips recommendations. I am interested. X-Ray film??? Infrared film??? I have never heard of these but the results look sick. Do you have any resources or anything I can learn more about these?
I work with XRAY films quite a bit, from 8x10 up to 14x17. It's a very cheap way to work with orthochromatic films. I have several videos in my channel you could check out. Click on the notification thingy when new vids come out... I will also be happy to answer any of your questions in regards to XRAY film. Cheers!
@@analogueandy8x10 I have zero experience at all with film photography... I like to take photos with an old Kodak EasyShare that I have lying round though.
Is D23 a compensating developer, or is that only if used in a 2 bath development? I was surprised to see the Dmax developed in D23 higher than the xtol.
For me, undiluted, it has always been more of a fine grain developer. Extending the time can result in very high contrast negatives. Once it's diluted, that fineness goes away, and acts like a compensating developer. Increasing the time will also increase contrast (and sharpness). It's really at its best in that regard when DD-23 us used. Quite a versatile developer!
The Duel Of The Developers. I fed info to Chatgpt about the two developers, and it put together a poem. I then put the poem to another AI music generator, telling them what I want, and presto!
Hi very useful your video I usually use D 23 for X ray film Your video confirm me that D 23 is the correct developer .eXPOSE kODAK X RAY FILM AS 50 ASA I use it in stock or 1+1 Best regards from ARGENTINA
@@gerardodalchielelueiro6818 I like working with the green versions. Sensitivity stretches out to just yellow spectrum, making them a great ortho choice.
Another week's up, thanks Andy for the effort, appreciate it as always, love that song, it's perfect for this video! Patrick
I like D-23. I have chems coming in soon to make it. Also a Xray shooter. Love what Pyrocat does with it don’t like going thru so much of it though.
Thanks for the video.
I've got chemicals coming in as well, but Canada Post has been on strike for a week so... No clue when I'll see my package! 🤔
Wow, thank you for the great video. I was wondering what kind of x-ray film it is.
It's double-sided green HR-U.
the thing that bothers me about this photo is that the horizon line is not flat. The tree is crooked! beside that, its a beautiful photo.
Yup. Tree is naturally crooked. Camera is level. I could have introduced rear swing, but this was more a developer test...
My vote: D23
I like the idea of taking two ingredients and mixing them up myself. I need to try the replenished version of D-23, too.
Both of those look great. I think I might slightly prefer the perceived higher acutance of D23 in this particular image, but I am not convinced that's s systematic difference. I think either option would serve great.
If you had deepened the voice on the song, you would have had Stan Rogers singing for you! Love the knowledge you share and the humour,
magnificas como siempre mi voto: d23.
Beautiful stuff Andy!
They both look good. I'd not worry about the grain on an 8x10 negative you'll probably at best contact print with.
I enlarge them as well on gelatin silver.
Good vibes
I have settled on PyroCat-HD (liquid version from the Formulary) for all my B&W film work. Well, on the rare occasion I will use Rodinal if I want that look. I like to keep things simple. I got burned by Xtol once and then again by Kodak so no Xtol for me. Love you videos!!
Pyrocat-HD 1+1+100 is quite nice with this XRAY film.
Resolution seems the same, the x-tol-negativ has little less contrast, a more glooming rendering in the highlights and a bit wider tonal range. Both beautiful stuff. Thanks for another excellent video. (as always)
I have gotten the best results with HC110 diluted 1:100, but both of your developers look good.
Is this with the latest version of HC110?
@@analogueandy8x10 no, I still have the syrupy stuff
@@daveschroeder9187 if I had known in advance that kodak chemistry would have gone through all this trouble, I would have stocked up on HC-110.
This randomly appeared in my RUclips recommendations. I am interested. X-Ray film??? Infrared film??? I have never heard of these but the results look sick. Do you have any resources or anything I can learn more about these?
I work with XRAY films quite a bit, from 8x10 up to 14x17. It's a very cheap way to work with orthochromatic films. I have several videos in my channel you could check out. Click on the notification thingy when new vids come out... I will also be happy to answer any of your questions in regards to XRAY film. Cheers!
@@analogueandy8x10 I have zero experience at all with film photography... I like to take photos with an old Kodak EasyShare that I have lying round though.
Another great video Andy. What do you rate the HR-U at and what is your development time for D23 1+1?
Thanks! I rate it at EI 80. D-23 8:00.
Is D23 a compensating developer, or is that only if used in a 2 bath development? I was surprised to see the Dmax developed in D23 higher than the xtol.
For me, undiluted, it has always been more of a fine grain developer. Extending the time can result in very high contrast negatives. Once it's diluted, that fineness goes away, and acts like a compensating developer. Increasing the time will also increase contrast (and sharpness). It's really at its best in that regard when DD-23 us used. Quite a versatile developer!
see you soon, tree !
D-23. WHATS THE MUSIC? Great song!
The Duel Of The Developers. I fed info to Chatgpt about the two developers, and it put together a poem. I then put the poem to another AI music generator, telling them what I want, and presto!
D-23...
D23. For sharper grain maybe less sulfite. Or 1+3.
What is B+F?
Base + Fog.
Wow D-23 1+1
I'm curious, do you make your own XTOL and D23? Liked the song, is it AI? Good Job!
No, it's commercially made XTOL. Once My small stash has run out, I plan to mix up some XTOL-like developers.
Hi very useful your video I usually use D 23 for X ray film Your video confirm me that D 23 is the correct developer .eXPOSE kODAK X RAY FILM AS 50 ASA I use it in stock or 1+1 Best regards from ARGENTINA
Thank you for your comment! Which XRAY film are you using?
@@analogueandy8x10 KODAK Medical X ray Film general Purpose Green
@@gerardodalchielelueiro6818 I like working with the green versions. Sensitivity stretches out to just yellow spectrum, making them a great ortho choice.