Film Photography Project (USA)
FPP RetroChrome 400
ISO 400 slide medium intermediate
~14–18 € (USA)
High-speed Ektachrome, US government surplus — an E-6 color slide, ISO 200–400, expired 2004 but kept refrigerated. Daylight balanced. Low contrast, best in bright sun. DX coded 400. 24 exposures, 35mm. E-6 only.
Atouts
+ A vintage color slide — a unique look
+ ISO 400 preserved despite expiring in 2004
+ DX coded
Limites
− E-6 only — few labs in France
− Limited stock — risk of running out
− Low contrast — bright sun required
RetroChrome is one of the most legendary films in the Film Photography Project's catalog — US government surplus high-speed Ektachrome that sat in a cold warehouse for decades. Despite being over 20 years expired, it retains its ISO 400. Limited to 1 roll per person — the FPP wants to avoid speculative resale. Stock that will eventually run out for good.
Caractéristiques techniques
Grain
medium
Contraste
medium
Popularité
niche
Format 120
Non disponible
Nombre de poses
36 poses
Base du film
Acetate
Sensibilité spectrale
Panchromatic color
Conservation
refrigeration recommended
Péremption typique
2–5 years depending on storage
Développement maison
yes — expert (E-6 kit, 6 baths)
Niveau recommandé
intermediate
| Process | E-6 (inversion) |
| Révélateurs | Tetenal Colortec E-6 Kit, Kodak Ektachrome E-6 Chemistry, Rollei Digibase E-6 |
| Temps / température | 38°C — 6 bains séquentiels. Process délicat — labo spécialisé recommandé |
| Usage recommandé | landscape, studio |
| Revendeurs France | Hazen Film · Analog Wonderland · boutique officielle en ligne |
