Keep in mind, Oskar Barnack invented the LEICA ( Leitz Camera) only twenty years prior in 1913, and the first production models weren’t released until 1925. Rated at 40 ASA in 35mm format, Panatomic-X served as Kodak’s first foray into the new world of small format photography. In 1933, Kodak introduced Panatomic-X, a (relatively) slow speed, panchromatic, black and white film. DOUBLE-X has no anti-halation layer, so Cinestill’s BwXX is identical to the stock straight from Kodak.Ī brief history of Kodak EASTMAN DOUBLE-X (5222) Film stock review: Kodak EASTMAN DOUBLE-X (5222) - 35mm format - EMULSIVE Close Search for:Ī note for the technically inclined: Cinestill’s 50D and 800T offerings are modified Vision3 stocks which have had their anti-halation layer (remjet) removed, creating a unique glow around severe highlights.
