Rollei Infrared 400
ISO 400
Brand
Rollei
Film type
Black & White
Format
35mm
Exposures
36
Quick guide to know more
Imagine Infrared 400 as a magical film that sees the world differently than your eyes, almost like a ghost detector! It doesn't see regular light, but special infrared light that we can't see, making green leaves look bright white and skies look super dark and dramatic. You need a special filter to use it, but it's amazing for creating unique, dreamy, and sometimes spooky-looking black and white photos, especially of landscapes.
About Infrared 400
Infrared 400, most famously represented by Kodak HIE (now discontinued) or more currently by films like Ilford SFX 200 (though lower speed and less pure IR sensitivity), is a black and white negative film sensitive to both visible light and near-infrared radiation. To achieve the classic infrared effect, an infrared-passing filter (e.g., R72 or 89B) is required, which blocks most visible light. This unique sensitivity results in distinctive tonal renditions: foliage appears bright (the 'Wood Effect'), skies turn dark or black, and water can become milky. Grain can be more pronounced and ethereal. Infrared film requires careful handling (loading in near total darkness) and specific exposure considerations due to its unique spectral sensitivity. It is highly valued for its ability to create surreal, dreamlike, or dramatic landscapes, architectural studies, and artistic interpretations of the world, offering a visual aesthetic impossible with conventional films.
