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Fomapan R100
Affordable black-and-white slides you can project.
| ISO / Speed | 100 |
| Type | Black & White |
| Process | Reversal |
| Formats | 35mm · 16mm |
| Grain | Fine |
| Exposure latitude | Narrow |
| Color cast | Neutral，low saturation, high contrast |
| Brand | Foma |
Generated color character — not a sample photograph
Fomapan R100 is a dedicated ISO 100 black-and-white reversal film from Czech maker Foma — process it in a reversal kit and you get true monochrome transparencies to hold up to the light or project, not negatives.
Character & look
As a reversal stock R100 gives punchy, high-contrast positive images with fine grain and a long, silvery tonal scale when processed correctly. Its latitude is narrow like any slide film, so exposure must be accurate. It is also popular with 16mm home-cine shooters. Standard R-100 reversal chemistry (or a home reversal process) is required — it is not a normal develop-and-scan negative.
Best for
B&W projectionHome cineHigh-contrast workLightbox viewing
Shooting & development tips
Expose carefully and consider rating slightly below box speed to protect highlights. Use Foma's reversal kit or a DIY reversal process; results depend heavily on precise development, so keep times and temperatures tight.
FAQ
Can I develop Fomapan R100 as a normal negative?
You can develop it in standard B&W developer to get a negative, but its purpose is reversal processing to yield a positive transparency. For slides you need a reversal kit or process.
Why is my R100 so contrasty?
Reversal film is inherently high-contrast. Nail your exposure and development times; even small errors show up quickly in the highlights and shadows.