ORWO (Allemagne Est)

ORWO NP22 125

ISO 125 specialty fine all levels

Stock collection

A 1980s B&W film made in East Germany — high silver content, double protective gelatin layer (one on each side, unlike modern films). Typical ORWO-era grain. Expired stock only. B&W development.

Atouts

+ High silver content — a historic look

+ Double gelatin layer — a unique feature

+ Typical East German ORWO grain

Limites

− Discontinued — expired stock only

− Results vary greatly depending on storage

ORWO NP22 is a relic of the East German film industry. Its double protective gelatin layer — one on each side of the film — is a feature no longer found on any modern film. That level of protection reflects an era when film durability took priority over production cost.

Caractéristiques techniques

Grain

fine

Contraste

medium

Popularité

niche

Format 120

Non disponible

Nombre de poses

36 poses

Base du film

Acetate (vintage stock)

Sensibilité spectrale

Panchromatic

Conservation

refrigerator (older stock)

Péremption typique

expired film — past its date

Développement maison

yes — easy (D-76, Rodinal, etc.)

Niveau recommandé

all levels

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 · revendeurs spécialisés