Klasik 400

Klasik 400 Development Chart

Historical Information

Klasik 400 is a classic black-and-white film that has been expertly respooled from fresh Foma 400 stock. Known for its high silver content, this film provides rich, deep blacks, brilliant whites, and a wide range of grays, making it ideal for traditional black-and-white photography. Produced in the Czech Republic by Foma Bohemia, this film embodies the quality and heritage of European film manufacturing, offering a perfect balance of fine grain and sharpness.

Klasik 400 is versatile and reliable, with an ISO rating of 400, allowing it to perform well in a variety of lighting conditions. Whether you’re shooting portraits, landscapes, or street photography, Klasik 400 delivers consistent results with a classic look that film photographers love. With its 24-exposure format, it’s perfect for both casual shooting and serious photography projects.

Developer	Dilution	ISO Rating	Development Time	Temperature	Agitation	Notes/Results
D-76	1:1	400	9 min	20°C (68°F)	30 sec initial, 5 sec/min	Balanced contrast, fine grain
HC-110	Dilution B (1:31)	400	7 min	20°C (68°F)	5 sec every 30 sec	Higher contrast, slightly more grain
Rodinal	1:50	400	12 min	20°C (68°F)	10 sec initial, 5 sec/min	Increased acutance, noticeable grain
Diafine	Stock	800	4+4 min (A+B)	20°C (68°F)	No agitation after initial	Pushed ISO, lower contrast, fine grain
Ilfotec DD-X	1:4	400	10 min	20°C (68°F)	10 sec every minute	Smooth tonality, controlled highlights
Stand Dev. (Rodinal)	1:100	400	60 min	20°C (68°F)	Minimal (30 sec at start)	Pronounced grain, expanded tonal range

* Adjust development times based on your specific results. Klasik 400 may exhibit different characteristics depending on the developer and processing conditions, so experimentation is encouraged to achieve the desired effect.