The Flic Film UltraPan 400 is a black and white film from a Canadian brand. It is produced by Foma in the Czech Republic for the brand. There it is available as Fomapan 400. A roll of the 35mm film costs around $7 online in the USA in 2024.
Information and areas of application
The Flic Film UltraPan 400 is a panchromatic black and white negative film with a sensitivity of ISO 400. It is characterized by good exposure tolerance and fine grain, which makes it versatile.
The film is suitable for various lighting conditions, from indoor shots to outdoor shots in daylight. It is often used for portraits, documentary photography, street photography and artistic projects.
Formats and cameras
The Flic Film UltraPan 400 is available in 35mm (35mm) and 120 (medium format) formats. It can be used in a wide range of cameras, including SLRs, rangefinder cameras, medium format cameras and many other analog cameras that support these film formats.
Development process and digitization of the negatives
The Flic Film UltraPan 400 can be processed with common black and white developers. Photographers can either develop the film themselves or use the services of a photo lab.
| Developer | Dilution | ISO | Time | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-76 | Stock | ISO 400 | 7:30 min | 20 °C |
| D-76 | 1+1 | ISO 400 | 11:30 min | 20 °C |
| Flic Classic MQ | Stock | ISO 400 | 7:30 min | 20 °C |
| Flic Classic MQ | 1+1 | ISO 400 | 11:30 min | 20 °C |
| Flic B/W & Green | Stock | ISO 400 | 16 min | 20 °C |
| ID-11 | Stock | ISO 400 | 7:30 min | 20 °C |
| ID-11 | 1+1 | ISO 400 | 11:30 min | 20 °C |
| Ilfosol 3 | 1+9 | ISO 400 | 8:30 min | 20 °C |
| Rodinal | 1+50 | ISO 400 | 11:45 min | 20 °C |
| Rodinal | 1+100 | ISO 400 | 30 min | 20 °C |
| Xtol | Stock | ISO 400 | 7 min | 20 °C |
| Xtol | 1+1 | ISO 400 | 9:30 min | 20 °C |
Calculation of the development solution
| Dilution | Developer (ml) | Water (ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Stock | 500 | 0 |
| 1+1 | 250 | 250 |
| 1+9 | 50 | 450 |
| 1+50 | 10 | 490 |
| 1+100 | 5 | 495 |
After development, the negatives can be scanned or enlarged to create high-quality black and white prints.
Storage of the film
As with all photographic films, the Flic Film UltraPan 400 should be stored in a cool, dry place to ensure its quality and durability. It is recommended that the film be protected from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
Background to the brand
Flic Film is a brand from rural Longview in Alberta, Canada. The company specializes in the production and distribution of photographic films and chemicals.
