Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/01/01
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Erwin, how did you find out that Gigabitfilm is plain Agfa Copex? I am not that much surprised , since it was evident that Gigabitfilm manufacturing is subcontracted to a major film maker. I understand making true quality film isn't a garage business. And there hasn't been much r&d in improved, even less in "new" b&w emulsions. The idea to use document microfilm with low contrast, highly diluted developer for pictorial photography isn't new either. Therefore I find the marketing of Gigabitfilm exaggerated if not misleading. This strategy may backfire, since Gigabitfilm is adressing the most competent and ambitious darkroom enthusiasts who might have achieved similar results with their own developing technique. On the other hand, the product is no rip-off at all! It is cheaper than Techpan with Technidol or Neofin Doku and offers Agfa Copex in a convient 35mm cartridge. Hans-Peter