Film Photography Project (USA)
FPP Svema Blue 6
ISO 6 specialty ultra-fine intermediate
~10 $
An ISO 6 orthochromatic B&W film on a lavender base — sensitive only to blue, insensitive to red. Very fine grain, ideal for dramatic skies and creamy-toned portraits. Shoot in bright sun or with flashes. A green filter boosts contrast. 24 exposures. Standard B&W development.
Atouts
+ Ultra-fine grain
+ Lavender base — distinctive creamy tint
+ Orthochromatic — dramatic skies
+ Slight IR sensitivity with an R72 filter
Limites
− ISO 6 — bright sun or flashes required
− Orthochromatic — insensitive to red
− No DX coding
The Svema ISO 6 is an Eastern European orthochromatic emulsion distributed exclusively by the FPP. The lavender base adds a characteristic creamy tint to images. At ISO 6, it's one of the slowest films available — every exposure is a deliberate commitment.
Caractéristiques techniques
Grain
ultra-fine
Contraste
medium
Popularité
niche
Format 120
Non disponible
Nombre de poses
36 poses
Base du film
Acetate (vintage stock)
Sensibilité spectrale
Panchromatic
Conservation
refrigerator (older stock)
Péremption typique
expired film — past its date
Développement maison
yes — easy (D-76, Rodinal, etc.)
Niveau recommandé
intermediate
| Process | N&B standard |
| Révélateurs | D-76 (1:1), Rodinal (1:25–1:50), HC-110 (dil. B), ID-11, Ilfosol 3, Microphen |
| Temps / température | 20°C — Variable selon révélateur et ISO. Consulter Massive Dev Chart (digitaltruth.com) |
| Usage recommandé | portrait |
| Revendeurs France | Hazen Film · Analog Wonderland · boutique officielle en ligne |
