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Rollei Retro 400S is a high-speed black-and-white negative film with extended red sensitivity that lends itself to dramatic skies, deep foliage separation, and striking architecture. Rated at ISO 400, it uses a modern emulsion with fine, tight grain and excellent edge acuity, yielding crisp detail that scans and prints beautifully. The tonality leans punchy yet controllable: shadows hold shape when exposure is generous, and highlights roll off cleanly with careful development. Thanks to its extended red response, Retro 400S reacts strongly to filtration—yellow and orange filters add snap and sky drama, while a deep red filter can produce near-IR-like effects without committing to a true IR workflow. It’s equally at home in 35mm and 120 for travel, street, and graphic landscapes. The polyester base keeps the film flat and durable for archival storage and smooth scanning. If you want a versatile 400-speed stock with a bold, modern look and the option for creative filtration, Retro 400S is a compelling, budget-friendly choice for everyday shooting.
Key features
ISO 400 B&W film with extended red sensitivity
Fine grain, high sharpness, strong micro-contrast
Responds dramatically to yellow/orange/red filters
Punchy tonality that’s easy to steer in development
Flat, durable polyester base; scans and prints cleanly
Tech specs
Film type: Black & white negative (panchromatic, extended red)
Speed: ISO 400/27°
Process: Standard B&W chemistry
Contrast / grain: Medium-high contrast, fine grain
Recommended ratings: ISO 200–400 for fuller shadows; push to 800/1600 for added grit (lab dependent)
Notes: Good reciprocity; filtration strongly affects exposure—bracket as needed
Rollei Retro 400S is a high-speed black-and-white negative film with extended red sensitivity that lends itself to dramatic skies, deep foliage separation, and striking architecture. Rated at ISO 400, it uses a modern emulsion with fine, tight grain and excellent edge acuity, yielding crisp detail that scans and prints beautifully. The tonality leans punchy yet controllable: shadows hold shape when exposure is generous, and highlights roll off cleanly with careful development. Thanks to its extended red response, Retro 400S reacts strongly to filtration—yellow and orange filters add snap and sky drama, while a deep red filter can produce near-IR-like effects without committing to a true IR workflow. It’s equally at home in 35mm and 120 for travel, street, and graphic landscapes. The polyester base keeps the film flat and durable for archival storage and smooth scanning. If you want a versatile 400-speed stock with a bold, modern look and the option for creative filtration, Retro 400S is a compelling, budget-friendly choice for everyday shooting.
Key features
ISO 400 B&W film with extended red sensitivity
Fine grain, high sharpness, strong micro-contrast
Responds dramatically to yellow/orange/red filters
Punchy tonality that’s easy to steer in development
Flat, durable polyester base; scans and prints cleanly
Tech specs
Film type: Black & white negative (panchromatic, extended red)
Speed: ISO 400/27°
Process: Standard B&W chemistry
Contrast / grain: Medium-high contrast, fine grain
Recommended ratings: ISO 200–400 for fuller shadows; push to 800/1600 for added grit (lab dependent)
Notes: Good reciprocity; filtration strongly affects exposure—bracket as needed