Film Photography Project (FPP)
FPP Blue Sensitive 6
ISO 6 specialty ultra-fine intermediate
~10–14 €
A blue-sensitive (orthochromatic) B&W film on a lavender base — sold under two names: Blue Sensitive and Low ISO BW. ISO 6. The built-in yellow dye is removed during development for maximum sharpness. A characteristic creamy glow. Bright sun or flash/strobe only — avoid tungsten. No DX coding. Manual SLR. Standard B&W development (FPP D96, D76, HC-110).
Atouts
+ Blue-selective sensitivity — a unique orthochromatic look
+ Characteristic creamy glow on a lavender base
+ Standard B&W development
Limites
− ISO 6 — bright sun or a powerful flash required
− No DX coding — manual setting required
− Unusable under tungsten light
− Very limited availability
A blue-sensitive Svema emulsion on a lavender base. If your camera won't go as low as ISO 6, set it to ISO 25 and open up 2 stops. For dramatic skies, use a green filter (not red — the film is insensitive to red).
Caractéristiques techniques
Grain
ultra-fine
Contraste
medium
Popularité
niche
Format 120
Non disponible
Nombre de poses
36 poses
Base du film
Acetate
Sensibilité spectrale
Panchromatic
Conservation
refrigeration recommended
Péremption typique
2–5 years depending on storage
Développement maison
yes — easy (D-76, Rodinal, etc.)
Niveau recommandé
intermediate
| Process | N&B standard |
| Révélateurs | D-76 (1:1), Rodinal (1:25–1:50), HC-110 (dil. B), ID-11, Ilfosol 3, Microphen |
| Temps / température | 20°C — Variable selon révélateur et ISO. Consulter Massive Dev Chart (digitaltruth.com) |
| Usage recommandé | all-purpose |
| Revendeurs France | Hazen Film · Analog Wonderland · boutique officielle en ligne |
