What 100 Iso b/w film for Holga?

Hy guys!
I've just ordered a new Holga GN 120 (and a Canon P rangefinder.... but it's all another story.... ) and I was guessing which 100 iso bw film is the most forgiving regarding exposure (I'll develop it in Rodinal 1:25 or 1:50), as Holga has just 1/100 f/8. What is the best one in your experience
Please don't just tell me to use 16 rule..... I know it...

Thanks in advance!

Any.

Any classic film should do. FP4+, Fomapan or Adox CHS come to mind ...

Lars

I just tried the 100 Kentmere and liked a lot. It was developed by a lab, not by me.

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Edit: I think it is noy avaiable in 120 format, sorry.

It's not f/8 (yes, I know that's what they advertise). If you have the newer model with the actual working aperture switch, you'll find the apertures closer to f/13 and f/22. Personally I wouldn't (and don't) bother with anything less than 400 speed film in the Holga. You'll be happier with overexposed versus underexposed shots -- especially if you plan to print them optically. Tri-X or HP5 have a lot of latitude and will deliver over a range of exposures. Plus they push better than 100 speed films if you need that.

bvy said:

I wouldn't (and don't) bother with anything less than 400 speed film in the Holga.

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You'll want Tri-X. If you can develop it in Diafine, so much the better. The beauty of the Holga, as well as the dark side, is that one need never worry about sunny 16, as there is nothing to adjust anyway. Unless you have a modified Holga, the aperture setting adjustment doesn't do anything no how. What you got is all you get. Just set the lens to a little before infinity (they tend to be optimistically long on the lens infinity markings) and fire away. If you want some exposure adjustments, get a Diana.

Thanks to all for your advice!