Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 200

Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 200 is a color negative film. It was produced in Italy by Ferrania. In addition, the film stock was available under various house brands that Ferrania supplied.

This particular color negative film, with a film speed of ISO 200, is known for its distinctive Ferrania look. This unique style is defined by the film’s ability to produce images with intense color and excellent contrast. These visual characteristics help make Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 200 a particularly desirable choice for photographers who want to achieve a retro or vintage look in their images. The film features warm tones that enrich images with a nostalgic mood.

Another distinctive feature of Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 200 is its versatility in terms of format. In addition to the most common 35mm version, which was developed for 35mm cameras, this film was also produced for 126 and pocket film cameras. This variety of formats makes it a versatile choice for photographers working with different types of cameras.

The 35mm version of the Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 200 also features DX code, an automatic film speed detection feature used by many camera models. This feature helps the camera correctly identify the film’s light sensitivity, which enables accurate exposure control and improves the quality of the resulting photographs.

Development of the film

The development of the film is done in the C-41 chemistry. Most laboratories in Germany offer development in C-41 chemistry. This development process is standardized. The Ferrania Solaris FG Plus 100 can be dropped off for development at Rossmann or DM-Markt, for example.

Availability and alternatives

The manufacturer of the film has ceased production. An alternative for 35mm film is the Kodak Gold 200*. An alternative for the pocket film may be the color film from Lomography. Unfortunately, there is no replacement for the 126 film.

Sample photos

Taken with the Sprocket Rocket

All sample photos were developed normally in the C-41 process.