AgfaPhoto APX 100 35mm
Product information
AgfaPhoto APX 100 35mm| Manufacturer | AgfaPhoto |
| Film | APX 100 |
| Type | Black and White |
| ISO | 100 |
| Format | 35 mm |
AgfaPhoto APX 100 35mm (36 Exp): The Return of the Street Classic
Shooting daily demands a noble and accessible film. The AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm is the master choice for insatiable photographers. This 36-exposure cassette gives you fine grain and enviable sharpness at a highly affordable price. It is the perfect emulsion for urban photography, architecture and continuous experimentation in the home lab.
What makes the AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm film roll special?
Heir to a legendary name, this modern emulsion prioritizes reliability. Currently manufactured under the highest European standards, it offers an outstanding exposure latitude that easily forgives your metering mistakes. It produces a very balanced mid contrast, becoming a docile and forgiving canvas for both digital scanning and classic printing under the enlarger.
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Master the curl Heavy drying clips.
The thin base of this economical film roll requires firmness when drying. Ensure the perfect flatness of your negatives using our stainless steel clips with extra weight for the lab.
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Technical Specifications and Basic Comparison AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm
Knowing your economical material will allow you to achieve high-end results. We break down the exact technical profile of this popular 35mm film.
- Format: 35mm (135).
- Exposures: 36 shots per cassette.
- Nominal sensitivity: ISO 100 / 21°.
- Emulsion type: Panchromatic black and white (Cubic Grain).
- Base support: Transparent acetate (0.110 mm).
- Development: Standard B/W chemistry.
| Feature | AgfaPhoto APX 100 | Fomapan 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Base contrast | Medium / Balanced | High / Dark shadows |
| Error tolerance | Very high (Ideal for beginners) | Low (Demands precision) |
| Physical behavior | Dries reasonably flat | Tends to curl quite a bit |
Technical Variables of AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm
- Contrast and Tonal Range: Native medium contrast. It records an extensive palette of grays, preventing whites from burning easily.
- Spectral Sensitivity: Standard panchromatic. It responds wonderfully to the use of yellow and orange filters to enhance landscapes.
- Grain Structure: Classic cubic crystals. It offers a very fine and aesthetic grain, not at all invasive in medium enlargements.
- Acutance: Remarkable. It produces sharp and well-defined edges, especially when developed with solvent-free chemicals.
- Resolution (Resolving Power): High. It retains complex textures such as asphalt or fabrics with great optical fidelity.
- Push/Pull Flexibility: Competent. It easily withstands a push to ISO 200 if the light is slightly scarce.
- Base Support and Antihalation Layer: Standard acetate base provided with an effective antihalation layer that dissolves during development.
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Why buy your AgfaPhoto APX 100 at Camera Market?
We have accumulated more than ten years guiding photographers from our counter. We are a fully active analog lab. We know that economical films deserve the same care as premium ranges. We keep all our stock under rigorous temperature control. We dispatch your orders urgently within 24/48 hours, guaranteeing total freshness. In addition, if you have doubts about development times, an experienced technician will assist you by phone to help you.
Advantages and Disadvantages of the AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm
| Advantages (Pros) | Disadvantages (Cons) |
|---|---|
| Unbeatable price for daily use and continuous learning. | It is not the old Leverkusen emulsion (formula change). |
| Enormous tolerance to overexposure (almost 3 stops). | Slightly thin support, requires heavy drying clips. |
| Very contained grain and excellent optical resolution. | Somewhat flat contrast profile on very cloudy days. |
Comparison Table: APX 100 versus similar film rolls
| Economical ISO 100 Film | Visual Profile | Flexibility |
|---|---|---|
| AgfaPhoto APX 100 | Rich mid-gray, gentle and soft contrast | Extremely malleable and safe |
| Kentmere 100 | Virtually identical to the current APX 100 | Equally forgiving of mistakes |
| Fomapan 100 | High contrast, dense blacks, vintage | Low latitude, does not forgive underexposure |
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Development Times for AgfaPhoto APX 100 (at 20°C)
Achieving consistency is easy with noble emulsions. We show the tested lab times for processing this film roll at home.
| Developer | Dilution | Exposed ISO | Time (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adox Rodinal | 1+25 | 100 | 5.5 min |
| Adox Rodinal | 1+50 | 100 | 10 min |
| Kodak D-76 / ID-11 | Stock (Pure) | 100 | 8.5 min |
| Kodak HC-110 | Dilution B | 100 | 6.5 min |
Camera Market Pro Tip: The historic Rodinal pairing
Although the formulation of this film has been modernized, its soul still cries out for its original chemical partner. AgfaPhoto APX 100 shines with its own light when processed in the legendary Rodinal developer.
The recommended technique: To obtain the best possible acutance (edge sharpness), use Adox Rodinal at a dilution of 1+50 for 10 minutes at 20°C. Being a fine-grain film, Rodinal will not make it excessively harsh, but it will inject spectacular bite into the fine details of the image. Apply very gentle agitation, only two slow inversions per minute, to keep the midtones silky and controlled.
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Physical Behavior and Scanability
We address here a vital factor in budget films, representing the biggest concern of those who digitize at their desk.
Planarity (Film Curl)
The acetate base of APX 100 is slightly thin to keep its price competitive. Consequently, it tends to curl toward the emulsion if the drying environment is very dry. Always apply heavy metal clips to the lower area of the strip and use a wetting agent. If it warps, store it pressed in a thick book for 24 hours before scanning.
Inversion profiles (Scanning)
Digitizing this medium with Negative Lab Pro or SilverFast is extremely forgiving. Its natural medium contrast prevents the software from clipping information. Apply linear or standard emulation profiles. You'll get a digital file with a huge number of gray tones, ready for you to add contrast to your taste in Lightroom.
At the Limit: Extreme Exposure and the Zone System
Check how much luminous punishment this chassis can take before ruining your photo session.
The Reciprocity Failure
Vital to know if you use pinhole cameras. This emulsion suffers from light fatigue starting at 1 second of exposure. If your light meter indicates 10 seconds for a night landscape, the film will require almost 30 actual seconds. Consult the standard compensation tables to avoid massive underexposures.
Extreme Push and Pull
It's an obedient film. It withstands a push to ISO 200 or 400 with developers like HC-110, pleasantly increasing its contrast for street reportage. Surprisingly, pulling it to ISO 50 excessively softens the image, leaving it somewhat washed out; it's usually not the best practice for this particular emulsion.
Dynamic Range Map
Its main virtue is jealously protecting the highlights. You can overexpose the shot by two stops and the sky will still contain recoverable texture. However, it punishes severe lack of light. If you underexpose badly, the shadows will turn into pure noise. Always meter ensuring light in the shadows.
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Stress-Free Developing B/W Lab Service.
We measure the Rodinal times for you. Send us your exposed 35mm chassis so we can apply an impeccable artisanal processing and a TIFF scan that will leave you breathless.
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Camera Market Pro Tip: The truth about its origin
A constant debate among our customers revolves around whether the modern AgfaPhoto APX 100 is the same as the legendary old film roll from Leverkusen.
The lab secret: You should know that the original formula is no longer manufactured. Currently, this excellent film is produced by Harman Technology (Ilford) in the United Kingdom. This is an immense advantage: it means it shares DNA and almost exact developing times with Kentmere 100. If you learn to perfectly develop an APX 100, you'll automatically know how to develop a Kentmere. Use this standardization to your advantage to master your home processes without wasting money on failed tests.
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Frequently Asked Questions about AgfaPhoto APX 100 in 35mm (FAQ)
Is the AgfaPhoto APX 100 the same old Agfa film?
No. After the closure of the original German factory, the AgfaPhoto brand licenses the production. Currently, this highest-quality film is manufactured by Harman Technology (Ilford) in the United Kingdom, ensuring unsurpassable modern standards.
Is this film roll suitable for point-and-shoot compact cameras?
Absolutely. The 35mm chassis includes the printed DX code. Any automatic or point-and-shoot camera will read that it is an ISO 100 film and will adjust the exposure without you having to intervene.
What differences are there between APX 100 and Fomapan 100?
The APX 100 offers a richer tonal scale, forgives exposure errors better and dries flatter. Fomapan 100 delivers a more vintage, rugged look and a considerably more aggressive native contrast in the shadows.
How much does it cost to develop this film roll at Camera Market?
We apply our standard economical black-and-white lab rate. We process your film manually with the utmost technical rigor. Check our website to see the advantageous packs with high-resolution scanning.
Can I push the APX 100 to ISO 400?
You can, but you'll lose quality. By pushing it two full stops, the contrast spikes and the shadows lose a large part of their detail. If you need to shoot at ISO 400 regularly, we recommend buying the AgfaPhoto APX 400.
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It gives biting sharpness to this classic film roll. Use the famous Rodinal liquid developer (century-old formula) to boost the acutance of your 36 exposures in the home darkroom.
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Shoot with the peace of mind of a modern classic
AgfaPhoto APX 100 35mm democratizes analog photography while keeping an astonishing level of quality intact. Its immense tolerance for error makes it the indispensable tool for practicing, making mistakes freely, and documenting your surroundings without fearing the cost of every shot. Don't miss this opportunity to stock up your camera bag. Add several rolls to your basket right now and receive your order urgently in 24/48 hours. Remember that our lab specialists will be looking forward to processing your best captures when you finish exposing them.
AgfaPhoto APX 100 35mm is in <strong>perfect working condition</strong>. Each unit has been rigorously inspected by our specialized technical team, guaranteeing optimal performance.
The specific cosmetic condition (possible signs of use, superficial scratches, etc.) is detailed in the actual photos of the product and in the full description.
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