Author Topic: Impossible 4x5 (Read 5114 times)

Sandeha Lynch · « **on:** September 24, 2011, 05:27:49 PM »

I'm assuming this is not in the shops yet? But maybe someone is more up to speed on this?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/59980022@N05/6147639736/#in/photostream

http://new55project.blogspot.com/

I'm curious, 'cos someone is now giving me a 4x5 Polaroid holder.

Francois · « **Reply #1 on:** September 24, 2011, 08:28:22 PM »

Not in shops yet... but it does look mighty good. My guess is they will begin with selling from an online shop like Impossible did.

original_ann · « **Reply #2 on:** September 25, 2011, 01:44:00 AM »

Yes, they are making great strides and I'm extremely excited about it! Won't be the same as T55, but it looks like a promising b/w neg/pos instant film for 4x5!

http://new55project.blogspot.com/2011/09/new55-early-results.html

Mojave · « **Reply #3 on:** September 25, 2011, 05:56:28 AM »

Their most recent work is very exciting! I do have to remember to retweet them more often. I forget.

calbisu · « **Reply #4 on:** September 25, 2011, 04:27:51 PM »

They are really achieving something! Eager to find out selling time. Will filmwasters be given few shots for testing?

Late Developer · « **Reply #5 on:** September 27, 2011, 01:52:40 PM »

On the blog, there is a statement that some have paid cash to pre-order some of this film. It looks good. Maybe a stoopid question but what camera is required to shoot this?

LT · « **Reply #6 on:** September 27, 2011, 02:40:12 PM »

I'm guessing this will fit into the standard type 55 pola back for 5x4? If so, Paul, any 5x4 LF camera with a sprung back is the answer I think.

Are the backs cheap? might be the time to snap one or two up for a profit?

L.

Mojave · « **Reply #7 on:** September 27, 2011, 02:44:48 PM »

The backs are cheap. The last time I looked, they were going for around 20 to 30 dollars on eBay, usually 25, and there were a ton of them.

Francois · « **Reply #8 on:** September 27, 2011, 03:45:41 PM »

If the New 55 comes to market with compatibility for the old 545 backs, you're bound to see them jump back to original price. In an old 2004 Calumet catalog I have, the 545 Pro back was going for 199.00 US$.

Late Developer · « **Reply #9 on:** September 27, 2011, 07:06:14 PM »

Quote from: leon taylor on September 27, 2011, 02:40:12 PM

I'm guessing this will fit into the standard type 55 pola back for 5x4? If so, Paul, any 5x4 LF camera with a sprung back is the answer I think.

Are the backs cheap? might be the time to snap one or two up for a profit?

L.

Thanks Leon.

I'm currently sizing up a trade for a second-hand Wista 5x4 so, if I can get suitable backs for it, I might well be tempted to give it a go. I don't imagine I'd be pushing a high volume through it but the quality would make it worthwhile from the looks of other 5x4 work I've seen.

Paul.

Sandeha Lynch · « **Reply #10 on:** September 28, 2011, 10:44:36 AM »

They say the standard 545 holder, but don't mention any other types.

http://www.flickr.com/groups/new55/discuss/72157627740573742/

My holder arrived this morning. With squeeky clean rollers! Fits fine on the Neretta.

Mojave · « **Reply #11 on:** September 28, 2011, 04:06:10 PM »

Quote from: Francois on September 27, 2011, 03:45:41 PM

If the New 55 comes to market with compatibility for the old 545 backs, you're bound to see them jump back to original price. In an old 2004 Calumet catalog I have, the 545 Pro back was going for 199.00 US$.

Holy smokes! I might have to get another one before that price goes up.

Jeff.Glass · « **Reply #12 on:** September 29, 2011, 03:20:20 PM »

I thought you 4x5 (5x4) Insta photographers might be interested in this as well, if you don't already know about it: http://new55project.blogspot.com/

These guys are developing a new Type 55 or whatever Neg/Pos black & white instant film. They seem to be making great strides.

LT · « **Reply #13 on:** September 29, 2011, 03:28:17 PM »

thanks Jeff - and welcome to FW.

gothamtomato · « **Reply #14 on:** October 01, 2011, 12:54:08 PM »

I hope it has the funky edges. To me, the edges were a BIG part of the Type 55 film.

Late Developer · « **Reply #15 on:** October 18, 2011, 10:54:52 PM »

Just picked a 545 back up for a few quid. Anyone have any ideas how to get hold of some of this stuff? Are there enough of us wanting it to put a few quid together into a kitty to buy a wodge of this?

Incidentally, has anyone used the Fuji FP100C 5x4 instant film via a 545 back? I'm thinking about getting some but won't bother if it isn't compatible with that back.

Phil Bebbington · « **Reply #16 on:** October 18, 2011, 11:19:39 PM »

As far as I'm aware to use the 4x5 Fuji you either need a Polaroid 550 back or the Fuji PA-45 holder.

Late Developer · « **Reply #17 on:** October 19, 2011, 12:36:23 PM »

Cheers Phil.

Bugger it. I've just checked and the Fuji stuff is a "pack" rather than single sheets. Hopefully, the new B&W 5x4 instant that's coming out will be single sheet rather than a pack as I'd quite to use a bit of 5x4 instant now that I have a Polaroid 545 back.....

Phil Bebbington · « **Reply #18 on:** October 19, 2011, 12:45:03 PM »

I'm pretty sure you can use this for the Fuji and Kodak quickloads. So, all is not lost - as long as you fancy trying them $:-\$

Phil Bebbington · « **Reply #19 on:** October 20, 2011, 10:16:00 AM »

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Bugger it. I've just checked and the Fuji stuff is a "pack" rather than single sheets.

I picked up a Fuji PA-45 on the bay last night. There were a couple.