Digital BW, The Print

Ernst,

> On 03/19/2012 07:39 AM, Paul wrote:
> >To bad it's dye.
> 
> Yes. On that paper it will not have the best Noritsu-Claria fade 
> resistance either.

True.  And putting a spray on it to give it better longevity will wipe out that dmax.

As to the glazing, I think that type of dmax would need very good, coated anti-reflective glass.  I've considered trying the Tru-View product, but the greenish hue bothers me.  I may try a couple on the wall of the gallery to see what happens.  There appears to be a high end acrylic coated product that may avoid the greenish hue, but it is too expensive for me.

 
> ... I wonder how relevant 2.0 Dmax and above is for framed prints, ...

Probably not very ...

It's really more of a curiosity.  I personally favor the carbon on Arches for hanging on my walls, well protected by standard acrylic; and the blacks look black to me.  Some have even commented on the great dmax the prints have -- not knowing that they are looking at prints that have very modest blacks.  While I enjoy pushing the envelope on the technology, it's the image that counts, not the dmax.

As to the dyes, for me they are aimed primarily at glossy and display without glazing, not collectible or museum quality prints.  But, I think there may be some significant markets where the dyes have an edge.  High dynamic range without glazing appears to enhance sales in at least some circumstances.  As cynics have noted, looking good is often more important than being good.

Paul
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