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Rollei RPX 100
A classic fine-grain 100-speed workhorse with smooth tones.
| ISO / Speed | 100 |
| Type | Black & White |
| Process | BW |
| Formats | 35mm · 120 |
| Grain | Fine |
| Exposure latitude | Wide |
| Color cast | Neutral，low saturation, moderate contrast |
| Brand | Rollei |
Generated color character — not a sample photograph
Rollei RPX 100 is a medium-speed panchromatic black-and-white film offering fine grain, a smooth tonal scale and wide latitude. It is a versatile, affordable general-purpose stock well suited to portraits, landscapes and studio work in good light.
Character & look
Rollei RPX 100 is a traditional cubic-grain panchromatic emulsion that delivers fine grain, high sharpness and a long, gentle tonal range with clean mid-tones. Contrast is moderate and easily tuned through development, and its wide exposure latitude makes it forgiving for both beginners and careful zone-system shooters. The film scans and prints cleanly, giving neutral, classic black-and-white rendering without the pronounced grain of faster stocks. It responds well to a variety of developers, from fine-grain solvent types to high-acutance formulas, so photographers can dial in anything from creamy smoothness to crisp bite. Its low speed suits bright daylight, studio flash and tripod work, making it a dependable everyday monochrome film for anyone wanting detail-rich negatives at a reasonable price.
Best for
PortraitsLandscapesStudioEveryday
Shooting & development tips
Rate it at box speed for balanced negatives and use a fine-grain developer for the smoothest tones. Give it plenty of light; at ISO 100 a tripod helps in shade or indoors.
FAQ
Is RPX 100 a good beginner black-and-white film?
Yes. Its wide latitude, fine grain and easy development make it forgiving and rewarding, and it is priced affordably for practice and everyday shooting.