Astrum / Svema (Ukraine)

Svema Foto 400

ISO 400 N&B medium all levels

~8–12 €

Svema Foto 400 is a panchromatic ISO 400 B&W film from Astrum Ltd (Ukraine). Moderate to pronounced grain, natural contrast, polyester base. The fast film in the Foto range, suited to low light and reportage. Can be pushed to EI 800 with good results.

Atouts

+ ISO 400 — versatile in changing light

+ Polyester base — dimensional stability

+ Very competitive price

Limites

− Limited direct availability in France

Foto 400 is the most versatile film in the Svema/Astrum range. Its grain, slightly more pronounced than premium Western films, is seen as an asset by photographers looking for a natural, authentic vintage look without digital simulation.

Caractéristiques techniques

Grain

medium

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

all levels

Process	N&B standard
Révélateurs	D-76, Rodinal, HC-110, ID-11, XTOL
Temps / température	20°C — D-76 1+1 : 12min \| Rodinal 1+50 : 16min \| HC-110 dil. B : 7min \| ID-11 1+1 : 13min \| Poussé EI 800 en D-76 1+1 : 16min
Usage recommandé	portrait, street, landscape
Revendeurs France	Hazen Film · Analog Wonderland · revendeurs spécialisés