8mm Forum: Super 8 Processing Methods: D94A vs. D-19?

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Posted by Patrick Casey (Member # 3590) on July 16, 2013, 06:59 AM:

Hi guys.

So I've just finished shooting a few reels and am considering my options with regards to who I should go for processing wise. One guy is offering a D-19 process at 11.99GBP while a shop in central London offers D94A process for 13.99GBP. Is there any marked difference in these two methods and if so which is the one more appropriate to go with? I am developing TRI-X Reversal.

Thanks again for any help!

Posted by Ernie Zahn (Member # 274) on July 16, 2013, 07:48 AM:

AFAIK D19 is the most common practice for Tri-X. And in my experience it has produced fantastic results.

Before you commit to either of these services, check to see what Pac Lab's current prices are. They are a stellar lab. I've used them for at least 8 years.

Posted by Patrick Casey (Member # 3590) on July 16, 2013, 10:22 AM:

Ernie,

Thanks for your reply. I have actually had a reel processed by the D19 guy before and it came out great, I suppose I'll stick with him after all! With regards to PacLab unfortunately I am based in the UK and it appears it's based in NY. Thanks all the same though!

Posted by Dominique De Bast (Member # 3798) on July 16, 2013, 01:41 PM:

Thanks for this question, Patrick. Ernie do you know the difference between the two methods ? If the most common one gives good results, why is the other one used ?

Posted by Ernie Zahn (Member # 274) on July 16, 2013, 02:37 PM:

I'm not really sure. I just know that the former has been a trusted method and makes great prints.

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