Leica Revives Monochrome Photography: The Birth of 35mm Film 'MONOPAN 50' | Release #522
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Leica's newly launched black-and-white film, , arrives at a time when film culture is being rediscovered.
Combining the company's tradition from the rangefinder era with modern imaging performance, this film is a standout that inspires creativity among many creators.
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Experience the Tradition with High Precision
With its low ISO 50 sensitivity, this film achieves a balance of rich gradation and exceptional resolution. The grain is extremely fine, and its detail rendering ranks among the best of current films.
Pair it with modern lenses for sharp, clear images, or use vintage lenses to enjoy nostalgic and profound tones.
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A World of Light That Sparks Imagination
extends its sensitivity beyond the visible spectrum, reaching up to the infrared range around 780nm. Using an infrared filter, you can create surreal landscapes where vegetation appears white.
Additionally, its low sensitivity allows for shallow depth-of-field portraits with soft bokeh when using wide apertures. It beautifully captures scenes in morning or evening light, as well as overcast conditions, making it a joy to shoot with natural light.
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Rediscover the Joy of Photography
Film photography is more than just pressing the shutter. Advancing the film, metering, developing, and scanning—all are part of the creative process. is a film that fully supports this journey.
It is easy to handle for film beginners and offers an opportunity to rethink your approach to photography. For users familiar with manual operations, such as those using Leica M-series cameras, it brings back the tactile experience of the film era.
