The Marix B&W 100 is a black and white film. Marix is the trademark owner and uses it to distribute the film material. The Marix brand belongs to the Japanese company Cloudoc Corporation.
The Foma company is responsible for producing the footage. It is produced in a factory in the Czech Republic. It is sold under the Foma brand as Fomapan 100.
The Marix B&W 100 is a black and white film that is characterized by its high resolution, fine grain and a large exposure latitude. It is suitable for a wide range of photography applications and delivers detailed images with soft gradations.
With a nominal sensitivity of ISO 100, the film offers flexibility in different lighting conditions. Its high exposure tolerance allows photographers to use it even when over- or under-exposed without having to adjust the development time. This makes it a good choice for beginners and experienced photographers alike.
Development of the film
The Marix Black and White 100 can be processed with all common developers. Development times may vary depending on desired contrast and developer. A quick wash or stop bath after development is recommended to stop the process and prevent staining.
| Developer | Dilution | ISO | Time | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-76 | Stock | ISO 100 | 6-7 min | 20 °C |
| ID-11 | Stock | ISO 100 | 6-7 min | 20 °C |
| Rodinal | 1+25 | ISO 100 | 4 min | 20 °C |
| Rodinal | 1+50 | ISO 100 | 8-9 min | 20 °C |
| Xtol | Stock | ISO 100 | 5-6 min | 20 °C |
| Xtol | 1+1 | ISO 100 | 8 min | 20 °C |
Calculation of the development solution
| Dilution | Developer (ml) | Water (ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Stock | 500 | 0 |
| 1+25 | 19 | 481 |
| 1+50 | 10 | 490 |
| 1+1 | 250 | 250 |
Formats
The film is available for 35mm and medium format cameras. They can be used in the appropriate cameras for the film format.
The 35mm film is available in lengths of 24 and 36 images. The cartridge does not have a DX coding. There is also a roll of the film available by the meter. This film roll can be filled into your own cartridges using the appropriate accessories.
There is also medium format film. Twelve images fit on one roll in 6x6 format. The emulsion is coated on a polyester layer.
