I respect this gentleman's self control - he walked past the kitty without wasting film on it, like I would have! Jokes aside, this channel is such a gem. I used to think B/W landscapes were boring, but videos like this are proof that if you're good, you can get amazing B/W landscape shots!
I do like the wildlife I come across on my walks and always talk to the animals. I like to alert them as I get closer so they don’t get a sudden shock 🙂
Glorious location, epic walk and resulting photographs to match. A lesson in how to use minimal equipment and film to best effect. This video was the highlight of an otherwise grey and miserable bank holiday. Thank you Steve.
Thank you! I never knew Rollei actually created films, let alone an Infrared film. I always knew of Kodak (both B&W and Color) and Fuji films and even Agfa films, but not Rollei. I knew they made good cameras.
I really liked the motion blur in the shot at 9:37 and the sun flare at 9:58 - I could almost feel the heat of the sun even though summer has mostly passed us now.
You should be recognized by the Wales tourism department. As a light weight backpacker myself I'm always impressed by the wise choices you make for hiking gear.
Thanks Peter. I spend far more time assessing and testing backpacks and accessories than cameras, as you no doubt already know it's the subtleties of how and where things are carried that make all the difference to a long hike.
Just watched four of your superb photo journeys in the lovely Hills and Valleys. Learning all the time, I hope, but find watching them very relaxing and the treat at the end of the day. Thanks again for sharing your fun and knowledge. Mark
I was wondering if one could shoot this film and get good results (on a single roll) by simply changing filter/exposure, and what a sample developer/time would be. You saved me some work! I ordered some in 35mm that I intend to try in Pyrocat-HD, hoping for a usable speed boost for the IR shots. Thanks! You live in a lovely part of the world. I do too (western Canada) though sometimes it seems that there's too many trees, and not enough trails🤣🤣
Inspiring video lesson Steve, you are a craftsman of the photo. Also it was nice to hear someone pronounce the camera's maker's name the way it should be, instead of anglicizing it. And that splash on the stream must have felt great with your sneakers on...! Unfortunately I don't have my F3 Nikons anymore, but who knows, my darkroom is still there. And yes, great to see you are like me in the Ilford family...! Cheers.
Good to see you didn’t get rid of your darkroom, wish I’d kept all my original gear now instead of having to buy it back at three times the original price 😀
@@SteveONions Life is full of choices and it's pointless to regret something once it's done and gone, no? One of my F3 Nikons just gave up and the other was lost when I lent it to a student. So I got myself a little Canon G9 and voilà I was in the digital century. But the film bug is still there, who knows... in my next life haha...! Greetings
Excellent video Steve, super images as always, thank you. Interesting to see you use IR400 in the F80, I understood the wind-on measuring "light" in the camera would adversely affect the film, clearly not. I now possess an F80 (entirely your fault!) and really enjoy my outings with it. Take care.
Very nice landscape you've been there! Wish to come there, too. I was really curious about the results with Rollei IR 400. Just bought two rolls in medium format and I intend to use them on my Rolleicord Vb. There are two reasons for it. One is that the Rollei is an TLR and makes it very easy to compose and focus. The other is I just found an original IR-filter for this lovely piece of fine mechanics. I'm already keen on seeing the results. Love your photos and your gear as well as your way of thinking! Go ahead and keep on track. Thumbs up for your channel!
Nice idea about using a TLR to shoot IR. For the same reason I use a rangefinder instead of an SLR when doing IR. No mirror slap, leaf shutter, a fast lens and I can even get away with shooting hand-held.
Thanks for the enjoyable video Steve. I always find it amusing when people talk about not wanting to shoot in bright sun. I live in Southern Arizona in the US and if you don't shoot in bright sunlight, you can take almost half the year off. Sure, you can shoot for about 1/2 hour early or late in the day as well as monsoon season but I find it challenging to see what I can come up with in the bright sun. Make artistic lens flare your best friend!
I've never seen the issue with bright light either, it's just a different set of conditions and often suits B&W images better then the traditional 'best times'.
Aha, I have two rolls of Superpan 200 in 135 and 120 in the freezer, keep meaning to shoot it as IR. I also like Retro 80S rated at EI 1. BTW, what speed do you rate the Superpan at?
@@SteveONions At box speed Steve, 200 iso. It appears to produce a true IR effect with the filter and I don’t think the Rollei IR 400 is any more pronounced. Btw I develop in Photospeed. I don’t even bracket my exposures unless it’s something very special. Surprisingly, I trust the camera’s meter most of the time, and it’s not a modern camera!! I don’t necessarily shoot in full sun, but I like a lot of contrast, and skies with a bit of character. Looking forward to your next instalment!!
Cracking day out Steve - I don't mind aching after such a day in the hills. Cnicht is a favourite, too, though I tend to approach from the Cwmorthin side. I've never been a fan of IR effects (white grass and foliage just ain't for me) but the shots with the Yellow filter are superb. I'll look out for that film and give it a go. Hwyl
Well you certainly got your 10,000 steps in on that walk! No wonder you’re feet were so hot! Great video Steve, I’ve never tried IR film before but may do so in the near future. Wonderful images as usual! Cheers!
What a stunning Walk, I wish I could have been your shadow on that day, only thing is I would have stopped so many times to capture an image you would have lost me after a couple of hours Your images were great, personal preference were those taken with the Yellow filter, more walks please the scenery is wonderful, Colin.
Thanks Colin. I need to keep telling myself to get a move on, doing so many miles in a relatively short time doesn't allow for much loitering sadly. I'm trying to shorten the walks to allow for more stops!
Thanks for this timely video. I've had a roll of Rollei Infrared 400 loaded in my Minolta SR-T101 for a couple of months and have just not been motivated to shoot it-I've felt trapped by the IR label. This video has taught me that it's OK to use this film flexibly and not be constrained to using it only with the R72 filter.
Wow. 14 miles. I can't even imagine that these days. Excellent fitness there Steve. That really is a versatile film. I had no idea it was suitable for both IR and non-IR. Very enjoyable film Steve.
I watched your program today and wanted to thank you! Best vacation I've had! Really splendid pictures, although your journey a bit painful, it was nicely done!
Another great video to add to the ones you've already posted featuring IR photography. Thanks Steve. My Rollei 400 has arrived, R72 filters in the post and I've been looking for a book on the subject. The only ones I can find seem to focus on the technical details of the electromagnetic spectrum and filters. If you know of any that are more relevant to subject and light would be very helpful. Keep up the good work!
I don’t have any good sources of material on IR photography unfortunately. I like to keep the sun over my shoulder or at 90 degrees to the subject, straight on does not work. I also like to overexpose quite heavily and base my times on an exposure index of 6 for the Rollei film. Shooting +1 and +2 from there will give you a thick but printable/scannable negative.
@@SteveONions Thanks for the reply. I'd picked up on the full sunlight / midday and 90 degree aspects from your videos. My "Pig Iron" R72 seems to require an extra 7 stops. I guess I'll just have to enjoy the suck it and see approach! Have a great Christmas and hopefully getting out with the camera yourself.
As usual Steve. Great images. Great place to do landscapes too. I didnt catch what Asa did you use for the R72 filter and what aperture you use in those images. Thanks Steve for sharing your images!
Cnicht is one of my favourite mountains also. It's become a need to climb it at least twice a year. Great images Steve - very inspiring, thanks for the Rollei IR tips. I have 3 F80s but not used them for a while, but maybe I will try some B&W after seeing this.
Excellent photos. Travelling light a major help! The photos on screen look as good as the bigger formats, but realty is larger formats are more "creamy". Maneuverability a plus with one box and one lens.(even a zoom_ something to consider on my jaunts. Mine a lot shorter. :-)
There’s no real way of exploiting the greater detail from 120 or large format in videos Jason, even smartphone images have way more resolution so unless looking at a print the 35mm images are more than enough 🙂
That one person who disliked this video can basically go to hell;) Great evaluation of how the film behaves with different wavelengths, and then the sharing of final visual products. What a glorious natural environment to share with all of us. I also didn't get my steps in today so thanks for roughing it for me! Appreciate everything Steve.
You make such a difference in my approach to photography. I recently shot a roll of this film, and because I was concerned about developing, used a red filter the whole time. And developed it in Diafine. It was OK, even interesting. But I will order more of this film in a minute and explore your footsteps. You really are a gift. Thank you.
I enjoy your videos. I have a Hasselblad 500 C/M and a Nikon FE. I've been missing shooting film. If Utah cools down enough this month or next, perhaps I'll get out there and shoot.
Beautiful landscapes and vistas, brilliant video. There is an interesting “trick” one can do with B&W IR film, if you use three filters in front of the lens either Blue, Green and IR or Green, Red and IR you can colour the scanned negatives and add them together in Photoshop (or equivalent program) and “recreate” Kodak Aerochrome. A technique I have started to experiment with, fiddley but fun. Again grate video!
A great walk Steve. You looked relieved to get to the top in that heat. Great choice of camera for a 14 mile hike and the photos were great. I have to say the footage you filmed had such great composition too. I’ve just come back from Ireland. Very wet, but I got one or two grainy B&W images.
Glad you liked it Simon, what a shame you got wet in Ireland. If it's any consolation 5 of the 6 walks I've done in Snowdonia this Summer have been wet, this video was the exception!
@@SteveONions I’ve come to expect in the far north west of Ireland Steve, but the bonus for me is the cloud formations before and after the many storms. Better than wall to wall blue skies. The Wild Atlantic way has been great to travel around over the years. I started shooting in Ireland with minoltas, then Canon Eos 1 and 620, then digital and now back to film cameras, my new to me Nikon Fe and FM cameras. I’ve gone full circle Steve. My digital cameras will come and go, but my film cameras I will never sell. When I see a video notification from you, I get myself a cappuccino, a home made flap jack and enjoy your adventures in the wilderness.
Amazingly enjoyable video as always Steve. Love it! Glad you’re able to adapt to the summer. Didn’t expect anything else from such an amazing photographer!
Than you for another interesting video about infrared photography. I am really enjoying these videos and I actually had the courage to test out infrared myself over the summer. It is a really interesting flavor of black and white and it certainly needs a very specific way of composing. I developed with ID-11 and got smashing results with that as well, but I'll certainly try Rodinal next time. Thank you for bringing us along.
Glad you liked it Espen. I see all B&W photography as a departure from reality and have no problem using IR film to get a different look when it's needed. There are times when IR film can be used without the obvious trademark white foliage, Winter is surprisingly productive for me.
Enjoyed this as usual. Given the number of images you showed with the yellow filter I assume you found that combo superior to the IR filter images (as did I). I didn't even know you could shoot IR film with anything other than an IR filter so I learned something new today. Look forward to your next video.
The non IR shots were easier to take Jim so there were more of them. It was also less than ideal to shoot IR in the mountains than somewhere like woodland or the coast.
Thanks Ludwig. Sometimes I’d like more definition but usually I prefer the texture of 35mm for shooting dramatic weather. If the day is still and clear I would opt for 120 very often.
I find all these photographs very beautiful. I would have preferred another photographic format. I think 35mm is too rough for this type of image. But that's just my opinion. Thanks for sharing these beautiful landscapes.
Really enjoyed the images, particularly those with the Yellow filter, less so the Infrared ones, but as I do have Rodinal already, I might splurge on a filter and a roll or two of this.
I’m always inspired to go out and take a few photos after watching one of your videos Mr O’Nions, though I’m guilty of late of having to throw away film developer and stuff that’s gone off - so I was particularly interested in your tip about the Rodinal (which I think I’ve probably used once or twice a few decades ago), but I didn’t know that it’s renowned for its long shelf-life … thanks for the tip!
Cnicht, it is my fave mountain in North Wales also. 14 miles.. that was a bit of a hike for sure. Where did you start your walk from? Anyways, as always a great watch and some excellent images, the pick of them being the old stone building shot you came across. I think I would have been stood in the nant with you after that hike!. Quick question re the Kood IR Filter you showed. Can that be adpated to use on a digital camera say with thye mode set to mono? atb Al
if your camera sensor is somewhat ir sensitive then yes but you will need a tripod as exposure times can be long, so handholding isnt an option, not as good as film but worth a try
Thanks Alan. Starting point was the end of Llyn Dinas, walked down to Beddgelert then Aberglaslyn and Nantmor. The slate trail path took me to the point where the path from Croesor meets the start of the steady climb up Cnicht - this route added about 3.5 hrs to the start of the hike! Digital cameras can work with an IR filter, especially early ones. Later ones usually have too strong a blocking filter but it's still worth trying.
Great video as always. One question: Did you encounter any fogging on your negatives? The F80 uses an infrared light as a frame counter to count the sprocket holes during film advance, and I've read that this makes it and similar cameras unsuitable for IR photography because the sensor will fog the film. I have an F80 (well, an N80 here in the US), and I like how lightweight it is, but I've always felt I needed to use IR film in my other, heavier cameras that have traditional mechanical frame advance.
Lovely images as always! I've been trying Ilford SFX200 with a dark red filter per suggestion by Michael Pilkington for a less extreme effect, quite like the results with 120 film. I'm developing in HC-110 dilution B as in massive dev chart. Cheers!
Hi Steve, Super videos. I watch every one. With your long exposures over 1 sec, either normal film or Infrared, do you need to cover up the viewfinder to prevent light leak or are you ok with your cameras such as your Nikon FE2 / Olympus 35mm RC I have seen you do a lot of Infrared with? Just wondering if light can leak through these big glass finders. One of my old Minolta X700 cameras comes with a little plastic clip to put over the finder when bright or long exposure light, so just wondering please. Also, what ISO do you set the Rollei Infrared 400 at. ISO 12 or 6? I have also tried Rollei Superpan 200 set to ISO 6 and getting Infrared results too, although I am a very new beginner to Infrared, your the master! Keep the videos coming, really inspiring.
I rarely if ever cover the viewfinder Graham and haven’t suffered any ill effects so far. For IR shots I set everything in manual mode so extraneous light wouldn’t affect my settings.
Also, I use an EI of 6 for metering but usually just go with 1 sec@f/16 in full sun and bracket 1 stop either side which always gets me a useable negative.
No problems with the F80 at all Charlie. Rollei IR is only sensitised for the near infrared spectrum and also has an effective anti halation layer. I suspect the IR advance of most late film cameras works further up the scale.
So Rodinal at 1:50 for 12 minutes for all (reasonable) sizes of Rollei IR? I have to admit I’ve been slow to come round to appreciating the value of IR film, but many of these photos were more than convincing. Yet another episode I wish had been longer.
I would have thought a "modern" SLR like the F80 would not be suitable for infrared because of the LEDs used for the film advance. Is that not really a concern?
There no issue with the IR advance Jeff, I think the relatively low IR sensitivity coupled with an effective anti halation layer takes care of it (unlike Kodak HIE).
Once again an exceptional video with fantastic images. I've been following your channel for a few months now and am always fascinated by the landscape and the exceptional photos. I recently started shooting 35mm analog again. I would be interested to know what developer you primarily use to get such clear and fine negatives. Primarily I use Ilford FP4 plus and Delta 400, thanks for your advice. Greetings from Germany.
Thanks for commenting 😊. The images always look good on video thanks to the relatively low resolution you can get on screen. There is more grain in real life but I don’t mind this. The main developers I use are HC-110, ID-11 and Microphen (for pushing). All give excellent results with the films you list with FP4+ and ID-11 1:1 being a particularly good combination.
Such a wonderful video! May I ask something? So the Rollei infrared film can be processed on a normal Black and White chemistry? Let's say D-76? or in the usual ID-11 and Ilfosol?
A really interesting exercise and thanks for the virtual walk up in an area where I am familiar with (because of the narrow gauge railways and the several quarries feeding into the valley south of Cnicht , Croesor was the main one.) Was the vlog shot on your GoPro or one of the M4T cameras? Not important, but why, somewhere around 8 minutes, did you climb over a style when there was a break in the wall right next to it? Did you have energy to burn?
Great video and absolutely stunning pictures! I have lately got some vintage filters, one of them infrared, and after watching your video I can't wait to try it. Love how versatile this film is. May I ask what device you use to attach your camera on the shoulder strap of your backpack? It seems very convenient to have the camera always ready to shoot.
I have the same camera and been looking for a similar lightweight walk around lens for it. I thought that in a previous video I had seen you using the Nikkor 28-200G, so I’m a bit surprised to see the Tamron here. Results look very good. I’m going to purchase one of them. Would you recommend the Tamron over the Nikkor?
You have asked the question that I have been asking myself Veronika, I must do an objective test of my various 28-200 lenses and finally decide for myself. The Tamron is very secondhand and doesn't suffer from any zoom creep that makes it useful for carrying on the Peak Designs clip.
Do you get the warm tones in your prints in the darkroom, or digitally? Looks great. I always loved that look when I worked in the darkroom but I do all my post digitally now
good information thanks Steve - I like the idea of trying the I.R. Would you say of your other filters for mono however that the yellow filter is the most frequently used for landscapes?
I respect this gentleman's self control - he walked past the kitty without wasting film on it, like I would have! Jokes aside, this channel is such a gem. I used to think B/W landscapes were boring, but videos like this are proof that if you're good, you can get amazing B/W landscape shots!
I do like the wildlife I come across on my walks and always talk to the animals. I like to alert them as I get closer so they don’t get a sudden shock 🙂
Thank you again and again and again! These videos make me homesick for eastern Kentucky my birth place.
Glad you enjoyed it David, even though it made you homesick
Glorious location, epic walk and resulting photographs to match. A lesson in how to use minimal equipment and film to best effect. This video was the highlight of an otherwise grey and miserable bank holiday. Thank you Steve.
Glad to be of service :)
Have you ever noticed that, however rosy is your day, a new Steve O'Nions video always brightens it a little more?
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Thank you! I never knew Rollei actually created films, let alone an Infrared film. I always knew of Kodak (both B&W and Color) and Fuji films and even Agfa films, but not Rollei. I knew they made good cameras.
I really liked the motion blur in the shot at 9:37 and the sun flare at 9:58 - I could almost feel the heat of the sun even though summer has mostly passed us now.
Lovely. Barrie
A beautiful walk, Steve. Some fine photos. I really liked the back to back comparison of filters; their effect. Thank you.
Glad you liked it James.
Steve, your TH-cam videos are simply OUTSTANDING!!
Glad you like them Stanley 🙂
I love your your images because they always look like from an old western movie. You are not crazy about details and megapixels or big negatives.
I'd love to have such a Location, close to home. You don't know, how gifted you are, Steve. Here, it's all boring. Nothing like this.
I am very fortunate Marc, two of the best national parks within 90 minutes drive and never a bad season to shoot them in either.
You should be recognized by the Wales tourism department. As a light weight backpacker myself I'm always impressed by the wise choices you make for hiking gear.
Thanks Peter. I spend far more time assessing and testing backpacks and accessories than cameras, as you no doubt already know it's the subtleties of how and where things are carried that make all the difference to a long hike.
Just watched four of your superb photo journeys in the lovely Hills and Valleys. Learning all the time, I hope, but find watching them very relaxing and the treat at the end of the day. Thanks again for sharing your fun and knowledge. Mark
You’re very welcome Mark.
I've been using this film in 120, and 4x5 for many years. It's also very nice in Xtol 1+1, or replenished Xtol.
It is indeed Andy, to be honest it looks good in just about anything 👍
I was wondering if one could shoot this film and get good results (on a single roll) by simply changing filter/exposure, and what a sample developer/time would be. You saved me some work! I ordered some in 35mm that I intend to try in Pyrocat-HD, hoping for a usable speed boost for the IR shots. Thanks! You live in a lovely part of the world. I do too (western Canada) though sometimes it seems that there's too many trees, and not enough trails🤣🤣
Beautiful Walk....
Very nice images Steve.
Thanks John.
Very nice video, lovely landscapes, beautiful pictures, great and inspiring photographer. Thank you!
Thank you Les.
Thanks, very interesting!
Thanks for the continuous inspiration.
You’re welcome Fiona.
Impressive results and some absolutely stunning images!
Thanks Robert.
Great video , Steve. Just love your walks. Very interesting film I like the use of the yellow filter. Great images .
Thanks Ken.
Lovely pics. Thanks
Thanks Izzy.
Steve, you make me feel lazy🤣
Great images!
Thanks Carlin 🙂
Great video Steve!!!
Thanks Nat.
Inspiring video lesson Steve, you are a craftsman of the photo. Also it was nice to hear someone pronounce the camera's maker's name the way it should be, instead of anglicizing it. And that splash on the stream must have felt great with your sneakers on...! Unfortunately I don't have my F3 Nikons anymore, but who knows, my darkroom is still there. And yes, great to see you are like me in the Ilford family...! Cheers.
Good to see you didn’t get rid of your darkroom, wish I’d kept all my original gear now instead of having to buy it back at three times the original price 😀
@@SteveONions Life is full of choices and it's pointless to regret something once it's done and gone, no? One of my F3 Nikons just gave up and the other was lost when I lent it to a student. So I got myself a little Canon G9 and voilà I was in the digital century. But the film bug is still there, who knows... in my next life haha...! Greetings
Excellent video Steve, super images as always, thank you. Interesting to see you use IR400 in the F80, I understood the wind-on measuring "light" in the camera would adversely affect the film, clearly not. I now possess an F80 (entirely your fault!) and really enjoy my outings with it.
Take care.
The F80 is fine with the Rollei film but I’m not sure I would have risked it with Kodak HIE.
Great editing!
Very nice landscape you've been there! Wish to come there, too. I was really curious about the results with Rollei IR 400. Just bought two rolls in medium format and I intend to use them on my Rolleicord Vb. There are two reasons for it. One is that the Rollei is an TLR and makes it very easy to compose and focus. The other is I just found an original IR-filter for this lovely piece of fine mechanics. I'm already keen on seeing the results.
Love your photos and your gear as well as your way of thinking! Go ahead and keep on track. Thumbs up for your channel!
Nice idea about using a TLR to shoot IR. For the same reason I use a rangefinder instead of an SLR when doing IR. No mirror slap, leaf shutter, a fast lens and I can even get away with shooting hand-held.
Thanks Mathias. TLR's and Rangefinders are definitely the best choice, I have used my Autocord this way and it's a lot less fiddly than an SLR.
Thanks for the enjoyable video Steve. I always find it amusing when people talk about not wanting to shoot in bright sun. I live in Southern Arizona in the US and if you don't shoot in bright sunlight, you can take almost half the year off. Sure, you can shoot for about 1/2 hour early or late in the day as well as monsoon season but I find it challenging to see what I can come up with in the bright sun. Make artistic lens flare your best friend!
I've never seen the issue with bright light either, it's just a different set of conditions and often suits B&W images better then the traditional 'best times'.
That looked like a grand day out Steve! You came away with a good mix of images. As said before, I use Rollei Superpan 200 with an IR filter.
Aha, I have two rolls of Superpan 200 in 135 and 120 in the freezer, keep meaning to shoot it as IR. I also like Retro 80S rated at EI 1.
BTW, what speed do you rate the Superpan at?
@@SteveONions At box speed Steve, 200 iso. It appears to produce a true IR effect with the filter and I don’t think the Rollei IR 400 is any more pronounced. Btw I develop in Photospeed. I don’t even bracket my exposures unless it’s something very special. Surprisingly, I trust the camera’s meter most of the time, and it’s not a modern camera!! I don’t necessarily shoot in full sun, but I like a lot of contrast, and skies with a bit of character.
Looking forward to your next instalment!!
Rodinal has a good shelf life but it does go off if enough air gets to it. Had more than a few attempts with an almost empty bottle ruin rolls.
I'm a big fan of Protectan, a shot into every bottle after use seems to work wonders.
Amazing... made me miss the Alps, where I come from
Superb, that's a long day and some excellent images as always.
Thanks Geraint 👍
What a splendid, lengthy walk-about. All my questions were answered. Thanks for sharing. I can totally relate to the foot soak.
Glad you liked it 👍
Great video as always Steve. Last roll of film I shot was the Rollei ir 400, absolutely love it's versatility.
Stunning photography.
Thanks James.
Lovely experiment !
Thanks Gary.
Wonderful! Man, I would love to hike there sometime. Enjoyed as always.
Love that you took the ladder over the wall that has a gap in it at 8:05.
new here? ;) his trademark..
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Cracking day out Steve - I don't mind aching after such a day in the hills. Cnicht is a favourite, too, though I tend to approach from the Cwmorthin side. I've never been a fan of IR effects (white grass and foliage just ain't for me) but the shots with the Yellow filter are superb. I'll look out for that film and give it a go. Hwyl
I love the whole area round here although it can be challenging in wet weather with all that slate.
Well you certainly got your 10,000 steps in on that walk! No wonder you’re feet were so hot!
Great video Steve, I’ve never tried IR film before but may do so in the near future. Wonderful images as usual! Cheers!
Thanks Dan, just over 30,000 steps I think, and it was very warm too!
The images look so epic.... love the IR images and the yellow filter results....
Thank you 😀
Stunning scenery & great photos! Thanks for taking us along.
You’re welcome 😊
The frame on the 3:10 would be the one I would have chosen Steve.
What a stunning Walk, I wish I could have been your shadow on that day, only thing is I would have stopped so many times to capture an image you would have lost me after a couple of hours Your images were great, personal preference were those taken with the Yellow filter, more walks please the scenery is wonderful, Colin.
Thanks Colin. I need to keep telling myself to get a move on, doing so many miles in a relatively short time doesn't allow for much loitering sadly. I'm trying to shorten the walks to allow for more stops!
Really enjoyed the video Steve and the options with the film.
Thanks Peter, it was a really good walk (if a bit tiring).
Thanks for this timely video. I've had a roll of Rollei Infrared 400 loaded in my Minolta SR-T101 for a couple of months and have just not been motivated to shoot it-I've felt trapped by the IR label. This video has taught me that it's OK to use this film flexibly and not be constrained to using it only with the R72 filter.
It’s a very good 400 speed film Jeff, I’ve shot many rolls without the r72 filter and had great results.
Excellent.... great walk, taking us through a stunning landscape. All enhanced by the score you chose to use for the video. Nice one mate.
Thanks Kit 👍
Wow. 14 miles. I can't even imagine that these days. Excellent fitness there Steve. That really is a versatile film. I had no idea it was suitable for both IR and non-IR. Very enjoyable film Steve.
Thanks Philip.
Great video and of course beautiful photographs.
Thanks Ruud.
I watched your program today and wanted to thank you! Best vacation I've had! Really splendid pictures, although your journey a bit painful, it was nicely done!
Thanks Joel, the feet did suffer in the heat and the last two miles were a bit of a slog to be honest 😊
Another great video to add to the ones you've already posted featuring IR photography. Thanks Steve. My Rollei 400 has arrived, R72 filters in the post and I've been looking for a book on the subject. The only ones I can find seem to focus on the technical details of the electromagnetic spectrum and filters. If you know of any that are more relevant to subject and light would be very helpful. Keep up the good work!
I don’t have any good sources of material on IR photography unfortunately. I like to keep the sun over my shoulder or at 90 degrees to the subject, straight on does not work. I also like to overexpose quite heavily and base my times on an exposure index of 6 for the Rollei film. Shooting +1 and +2 from there will give you a thick but printable/scannable negative.
@@SteveONions Thanks for the reply. I'd picked up on the full sunlight / midday and 90 degree aspects from your videos. My "Pig Iron" R72 seems to require an extra 7 stops. I guess I'll just have to enjoy the suck it and see approach! Have a great Christmas and hopefully getting out with the camera yourself.
Love this film. I just use one last week.
Absolutely beautiful video
Congratulations!
Thanks Costin.
As usual Steve. Great images. Great place to do landscapes too. I didnt catch what Asa did you use for the R72 filter and what aperture you use in those images. Thanks Steve for sharing your images!
Thanks Reynaldo. I go for an EI of 6 or more usually just estimate at 1 sec@f/16 in full sun.
Thanks fot this video Steve, given me the nudge to get out this coming weekend. Valuable info and great images as always.
Glad you found it useful 👍
Cnicht is one of my favourite mountains also. It's become a need to climb it at least twice a year. Great images Steve - very inspiring, thanks for the Rollei IR tips. I have 3 F80s but not used them for a while, but maybe I will try some B&W after seeing this.
Thanks Roksan, glad it’s not just me who is collecting F80’s 😊
Nice! :)
Have a good week!
Thanks! You too!
Beautiful images Steve, now I want to try Rollei Infrared 🙂
Definitely worth a go.
Excellent photos. Travelling light a major help! The photos on screen look as good as the bigger formats, but realty is larger formats are more "creamy". Maneuverability a plus with one box and one lens.(even a zoom_ something to consider on my jaunts. Mine a lot shorter. :-)
There’s no real way of exploiting the greater detail from 120 or large format in videos Jason, even smartphone images have way more resolution so unless looking at a print the 35mm images are more than enough 🙂
That one person who disliked this video can basically go to hell;) Great evaluation of how the film behaves with different wavelengths, and then the sharing of final visual products. What a glorious natural environment to share with all of us. I also didn't get my steps in today so thanks for roughing it for me! Appreciate everything Steve.
Thanks Parker, happy to share the 31000 steps with you 😀
thank you great video.
You make such a difference in my approach to photography. I recently shot a roll of this film, and because I was concerned about developing, used a red filter the whole time. And developed it in Diafine. It was OK, even interesting. But I will order more of this film in a minute and explore your footsteps. You really are a gift. Thank you.
Thanks Jeffery, I hope your journey with film goes well.
Great video. I wouldn’t have thought to use Rodinal with an iso 400 film.
It’s a good combination Jim, grainy in 135 but very sharp.
Very informative and also encouraging. You are a great motivator.
Thanks John 😊
That second of B-roll at 8:57 is what I've always imagined Tolkien's Shire looks like...
There's a fair bit of LoTR landscapes around North Wales.
I enjoy your videos. I have a Hasselblad 500 C/M and a Nikon FE. I've been missing shooting film. If Utah cools down enough this month or next, perhaps I'll get out there and shoot.
Hope you get out Tom, it's rarely that warm over here, we usually have to shelter from the rain, not the sun.
@@SteveONions Thanks. I wish I believed I could make a living as a landscape photographer. Please keep posting. Your videos are very good.
Beautiful landscapes and vistas, brilliant video. There is an interesting “trick” one can do with B&W IR film, if you use three filters in front of the lens either Blue, Green and IR or Green, Red and IR you can colour the scanned negatives and add them together in Photoshop (or equivalent program) and “recreate” Kodak Aerochrome. A technique I have started to experiment with, fiddley but fun.
Again grate video!
Thanks for the info, I've never thought of trying that 🙂
A great walk Steve. You looked relieved to get to the top in that heat. Great choice of camera for a 14 mile hike and the photos were great. I have to say the footage you filmed had such great composition too. I’ve just come back from Ireland. Very wet, but I got one or two grainy B&W images.
Glad you liked it Simon, what a shame you got wet in Ireland. If it's any consolation 5 of the 6 walks I've done in Snowdonia this Summer have been wet, this video was the exception!
@@SteveONions I’ve come to expect in the far north west of Ireland Steve, but the bonus for me is the cloud formations before and after the many storms. Better than wall to wall blue skies. The Wild Atlantic way has been great to travel around over the years. I started shooting in Ireland with minoltas, then Canon Eos 1 and 620, then digital and now back to film cameras, my new to me Nikon Fe and FM cameras. I’ve gone full circle Steve. My digital cameras will come and go, but my film cameras I will never sell. When I see a video notification from you, I get myself a cappuccino, a home made flap jack and enjoy your adventures in the wilderness.
As always, an inspiring video. Thanks.
Thanks Andy.
Amazingly enjoyable video as always Steve. Love it! Glad you’re able to adapt to the summer. Didn’t expect anything else from such an amazing photographer!
Thank you 😊
Than you for another interesting video about infrared photography. I am really enjoying these videos and I actually had the courage to test out infrared myself over the summer. It is a really interesting flavor of black and white and it certainly needs a very specific way of composing. I developed with ID-11 and got smashing results with that as well, but I'll certainly try Rodinal next time. Thank you for bringing us along.
Glad you liked it Espen. I see all B&W photography as a departure from reality and have no problem using IR film to get a different look when it's needed. There are times when IR film can be used without the obvious trademark white foliage, Winter is surprisingly productive for me.
Enjoyed this as usual. Given the number of images you showed with the yellow filter I assume you found that combo superior to the IR filter images (as did I). I didn't even know you could shoot IR film with anything other than an IR filter so I learned something new today. Look forward to your next video.
The non IR shots were easier to take Jim so there were more of them. It was also less than ideal to shoot IR in the mountains than somewhere like woodland or the coast.
@@SteveONions Thxs!
Steve, great and informative video as always. Adding this Rollei film to my next order.
Glad you found it useful Anthony.
beautiful scenery, nicely brought to us :) do you not miss the negative quality of MF when shooting 35mm?
Thanks Ludwig. Sometimes I’d like more definition but usually I prefer the texture of 35mm for shooting dramatic weather. If the day is still and clear I would opt for 120 very often.
I find all these photographs very beautiful. I would have preferred another photographic format. I think 35mm is too rough for this type of image. But that's just my opinion. Thanks for sharing these beautiful landscapes.
Thanks Ruggero. I like smooth images at times but also like more texture to convey a feeling of mood.
Love the long walk videos. Often use my digital infrared at this time of year, really like the effect. Thanks.
Glad you liked it Peter.
Really enjoyed the images, particularly those with the Yellow filter, less so the Infrared ones, but as I do have Rodinal already, I might splurge on a filter and a roll or two of this.
It’s worth shooting even in the Winter, it imparts a different look that can lift dull scenes.
I’m always inspired to go out and take a few photos after watching one of your videos Mr O’Nions, though I’m guilty of late of having to throw away film developer and stuff that’s gone off - so I was particularly interested in your tip about the Rodinal (which I think I’ve probably used once or twice a few decades ago), but I didn’t know that it’s renowned for its long shelf-life … thanks for the tip!
Glad you found it useful Nigel 😊
Cnicht, it is my fave mountain in North Wales also. 14 miles.. that was a bit of a hike for sure. Where did you start your walk from? Anyways, as always a great watch and some excellent images, the pick of them being the old stone building shot you came across. I think I would have been stood in the nant with you after that hike!. Quick question re the Kood IR Filter you showed. Can that be adpated to use on a digital camera say with thye mode set to mono? atb Al
if your camera sensor is somewhat ir sensitive then yes but you will need a tripod as exposure times can be long, so handholding isnt an option, not as good as film but worth a try
Thanks Alan. Starting point was the end of Llyn Dinas, walked down to Beddgelert then Aberglaslyn and Nantmor. The slate trail path took me to the point where the path from Croesor meets the start of the steady climb up Cnicht - this route added about 3.5 hrs to the start of the hike!
Digital cameras can work with an IR filter, especially early ones. Later ones usually have too strong a blocking filter but it's still worth trying.
Pity about the demise of the world famous Kodak high speed infrared film both in 5"x4" and 35mm, simply superb results!
Agreed Marc, HIE is the only film I genuinely miss, being able to use it handheld with a deep red filter was so liberating.
Beautiful Video, and you were using a Nikon Camera with a Plastic Rear Door, were you not worried about fogging when in the camera?
Thanks Alex. There’s no problem using this film in modern cameras, unlike the old Kodak HIE.
Hello! Thanks for the interesting video!
I'm sorry, but why at 8:10 you're using ladder, if there is a normal passage in less than 1m away? :)
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Gee I’ll have to remember the Rollei infrared. I need the special deep. red IR filter.
Definitely Robert, get an R72.
Great video as always. One question: Did you encounter any fogging on your negatives? The F80 uses an infrared light as a frame counter to count the sprocket holes during film advance, and I've read that this makes it and similar cameras unsuitable for IR photography because the sensor will fog the film. I have an F80 (well, an N80 here in the US), and I like how lightweight it is, but I've always felt I needed to use IR film in my other, heavier cameras that have traditional mechanical frame advance.
No IR problems with the F80 Byron, the Rollei film is only sensitised into the near IR spectrum and unaffected by the frame counter.
Lovely images as always! I've been trying Ilford SFX200 with a dark red filter per suggestion by Michael Pilkington for a less extreme effect, quite like the results with 120 film. I'm developing in HC-110 dilution B as in massive dev chart. Cheers!
I've used a bit of SFX 200 but never liked it as much as the Rollei, it's also quite a bit more expensive too sadly.
@@SteveONions Thanks, I'm not sure there's much price difference on this side of the pond (Canada).
Wow what a beautiful location. In going to north Wales in a couple months, what is the location called around the 02:00 mark?
Thank you. The location you refer to is Beddgelert and the lead in to the wonderful Aberglaslyn pass.
@@SteveONions thanks a lot! Will go there 🙏🏻
Really nice photos as always, were do you mainly focus for your landscapes ?
Thanks
Thanks Alan, for big scenes I nearly always focus on infinity.
Hi Steve,
Super videos. I watch every one. With your long exposures over 1 sec, either normal film or Infrared, do you need to cover up the viewfinder to prevent light leak or are you ok with your cameras such as your Nikon FE2 / Olympus 35mm RC I have seen you do a lot of Infrared with? Just wondering if light can leak through these big glass finders. One of my old Minolta X700 cameras comes with a little plastic clip to put over the finder when bright or long exposure light, so just wondering please.
Also, what ISO do you set the Rollei Infrared 400 at. ISO 12 or 6? I have also tried Rollei Superpan 200 set to ISO 6 and getting Infrared results too, although I am a very new beginner to Infrared, your the master! Keep the videos coming, really inspiring.
I rarely if ever cover the viewfinder Graham and haven’t suffered any ill effects so far. For IR shots I set everything in manual mode so extraneous light wouldn’t affect my settings.
Also, I use an EI of 6 for metering but usually just go with 1 sec@f/16 in full sun and bracket 1 stop either side which always gets me a useable negative.
Nice shots Steve, do you have any issues with fogging IR film in the F80 due to the film advance mechanism?
No problems with the F80 at all Charlie. Rollei IR is only sensitised for the near infrared spectrum and also has an effective anti halation layer. I suspect the IR advance of most late film cameras works further up the scale.
So Rodinal at 1:50 for 12 minutes for all (reasonable) sizes of Rollei IR? I have to admit I’ve been slow to come round to appreciating the value of IR film, but many of these photos were more than convincing. Yet another episode I wish had been longer.
Thanks Bernard. Rodinal is a good match but will give a lot of grain in 135 format. HC-110 and ID-11 also work well.
I would have thought a "modern" SLR like the F80 would not be suitable for infrared because of the LEDs used for the film advance. Is that not really a concern?
There no issue with the IR advance Jeff, I think the relatively low IR sensitivity coupled with an effective anti halation layer takes care of it (unlike Kodak HIE).
Was the ASA 400, as per film rating? Excellent video.
I shoot at an EI of 6 Anthony, anything less for me results in mediocre results.
Once again an exceptional video with fantastic images. I've been following your channel for a few months now and am always fascinated by the landscape and the exceptional photos. I recently started shooting 35mm analog again. I would be interested to know what developer you primarily use to get such clear and fine negatives. Primarily I use Ilford FP4 plus and Delta 400, thanks for your advice. Greetings from Germany.
Thanks for commenting 😊. The images always look good on video thanks to the relatively low resolution you can get on screen. There is more grain in real life but I don’t mind this.
The main developers I use are HC-110, ID-11 and Microphen (for pushing). All give excellent results with the films you list with FP4+ and ID-11 1:1 being a particularly good combination.
Such a wonderful video! May I ask something? So the Rollei infrared film can be processed on a normal Black and White chemistry? Let's say D-76? or in the usual ID-11 and Ilfosol?
Just treat it like a normal film Neil, it’s an excellent 400 speed material shot with or without the IR filter.
A really interesting exercise and thanks for the virtual walk up in an area where I am familiar with (because of the narrow gauge railways and the several quarries feeding into the valley south of Cnicht , Croesor was the main one.) Was the vlog shot on your GoPro or one of the M4T cameras? Not important, but why, somewhere around 8 minutes, did you climb over a style when there was a break in the wall right next to it? Did you have energy to burn?
Thanks Andrew. All my mountain videos are shot on a GoPro hero 7 Black with a few odd clips from a HUAWEI P30 thrown in.
Great video and absolutely stunning pictures! I have lately got some vintage filters, one of them infrared, and after watching your video I can't wait to try it. Love how versatile this film is.
May I ask what device you use to attach your camera on the shoulder strap of your backpack? It seems very convenient to have the camera always ready to shoot.
Hi Ute. The camera clip is made by Peak Designs and is very well made, it will hold the camera safely at all times.
I have the same camera and been looking for a similar lightweight walk around lens for it. I thought that in a previous video I had seen you using the Nikkor 28-200G, so I’m a bit surprised to see the Tamron here. Results look very good. I’m going to purchase one of them. Would you recommend the Tamron over the Nikkor?
You have asked the question that I have been asking myself Veronika, I must do an objective test of my various 28-200 lenses and finally decide for myself. The Tamron is very secondhand and doesn't suffer from any zoom creep that makes it useful for carrying on the Peak Designs clip.
Do you get the warm tones in your prints in the darkroom, or digitally? Looks great.
I always loved that look when I worked in the darkroom but I do all my post digitally now
It’s mainly done in LR on my film scans but I get a similar look with Ilford warmtone or Fomatone in the darkroom if I use the right developer.
@@SteveONions Thanks. They look great
good information thanks Steve - I like the idea of trying the I.R. Would you say of your other filters for mono however that the yellow filter is the most frequently used for landscapes?
Hi Ken. Yellow is by far my most used filter, it never causes any problems with excessive contrast and only requires 1 extra stop.