Apply to Be an ExpiredFilm Tester

One of the problems we have is testing our film stock that we have sourced. This is where we need your help. Sign up below and we will put on our tester programme – this means we will supply you with 3 rolls of film (12 – 16 exposures and it may be remjet or remjet free) and we ask that you shoot out all rolls and return to us for processing. The only think we ask is that you pay for shipping which will be about R110 one way and another R110 (about R220 in total via Postnet) returning the exposed film to us within 3 weeks of receiving it. We will scan the negatives, upload the digital files and show the community the results (or non-results).

Please note that we cannot be held liable for any co-incidental damages – to your equipment or to yourself!

Applications now closed for this round of testing.

What’s in Your Pack

All stocks are Remjet-free and safe for ECN-2 or C-41 (cross-process). For most daylight scenes, plan for a touch of overexposure.

Film Stock	Original ISO	Suggested ISO	Notes
Kodak 5279 (Vision 500T)	500T (Tungsten)	100–200	Warm tones, cinematic contrast; higher grain expected.
Fuji 8516 (250T)	250T (Tungsten)	100	Pastel colour balance; looks great with +1 to +2 stops.
Eastman 5247 (125D)	125D (Daylight)	64–100	Clean daylight palette; generous latitude.

Tip: If you’re unsure, lean toward slight overexposure rather than under.

Shooting Recommendations

Daylight: Overexpose by ~1 stop for better shadow detail.

Tungsten/Indoor: Use stock’s native rating (e.g. 250T at ISO 250). Expect a warm cast.

Avoid mixed light where possible (daylight + tungsten in the same frame).

14-Frame Bracketing Plan

Frames	Exposure	Example
1–3	+2 stops	ISO 100 shot as 25
4–6	+1 stop	ISO 100 shot as 50
7–9	Normal	Box/suggested speed
10–12	–1 stop	ISO 100 shot as 200
13–14	Free test	Any lighting / creative

Let Us Know Your Results

Share your scans and notes via email or link — it helps us dial in colour and contrast for future runs.

Include: film stock, camera/lens, lighting, which frames looked best (e.g. +1 stop vs –1 stop).
Prefer Instagram? Tag @expiredfilmcoza with #ExpiredFilmTest.

Quick FAQ

Can I shoot at box speed? Yes, but most testers prefer +1 stop in daylight for smoother shadows.

C-41 vs ECN-2? ECN-2 gives motion-picture tonality; C-41 adds punchier contrast/saturation.

Any lab warnings? Film is Remjet-free; still check your lab’s policy on “cine film.”

Apply to Be an ExpiredFilm Tester

ExpiredFilm Tester Program — Shooting & Feedback Guide

What’s in Your Pack

Shooting Recommendations

14-Frame Bracketing Plan

Development Notes

Let Us Know Your Results

Quick FAQ