The Professional's Source
800.606.6969 / 212.444.6615
Foma Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print (Negative) Film
Fomapan Action 400 is a panchromatically sensitized, black-and-white negative film designed for taking photographs under unfavourable light conditions or using short exposure times.
- Meets high requirements for low granularity, good resolving power and good contour sharpness.
- Due to its wide exposure latitude the film gives good results even when overexposed by 1 EV (exposure value) (as ISO 200/24o) or underexposed by 2 EV (as ISO 1600/33o) without any change in processing, i.e. without lengthening the development time or increasing the temperature of the developer used.
- To make prints or enlargements, Extrabrom- and Fomaspeed-type enlarging papers are recommended; however, all sorts of black-and-white enlargement papers can be used.
| Type | 35mm black and white negative film |
| Speed | ISO 400 |
| Applications | Corporate/industrial, Editorial, Fine art, General Law enforcement, Military/instrumentation, Photojournalism/Sports |
| Process | All common negative developers |
| Color Saturation | Not applicable |
| Grain | Fine |
| Sharpness | High |
| Exposure Latitude | Wide |
| Push/Pull | + or - 1 EV |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 6 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable tonal range (5)
- Accurate (3)
- Consistent (3)
- Sharp (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork (4)
- Travel (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 6 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-6
Pros
- Accurate
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
Arrived Quickly. Marvelous quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
- Tracks Poorly in Camera
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
Not really terrible, it tracked weirdly in the camera and ripped easily, but the exposures look good
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
Used for portraits, landscapes and still lifes.
Consistant and scratch resistent.
No flaws for type of shooting I do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
- Scratches Easily
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Home
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
Foma 400 I think of as giving an old fashioned high speed film look. That's a good thing!
I would rate the film as barely ISO 400, it really is happier a exposed a bit more, and does not do well when pushed. Or rather, one gets a high contrast and grainy look, which again, depending on what you are looking for, may be just the right thing.
Overall, this is an interesting film at an excellent price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
I used this film outside on a sunny day in a k1000 and a x370 both manual, When I printed the pictures I was suprised, I though that such a low prices b/w film would be grainy but no it is honestly some of the best film that has run through these cameras.
Pros
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
- Scratches Easily
Best Uses
Comments about Fomapan Action 400 135-24 Black and White Print Film:
I took photos in a small room with only 2 desk lamps for a portrait, it came out well but nothing really stood out about the film. I did like that it had a little different color to the film, almost a tint of brown. There were times when the film would scratch easy, it I had to be very careful
Displaying reviews 1-6
Film Accessories
Show more >
- Price: $18.99
- Price: $24.21
WHY SHOP AT B&H
Make your online shopping trip personal with our online Live Chat representatives. You can easily reach an in-house expert while browsing our site for your shopping needs. We have the most highly-trained staff in the industry who are pros in their fields, and their professional expertise will help you get the most from your purchase.
Place your domestic order with us for shipment via any UPS, FedEx Economy, or FedEx Priority shipping methods by 4 PM ET Monday through Thursday or 11 AM ET Friday and your order will be shipped that day. Visit our Shipping Delivery Times page for further details. Delivery times are subject to payment verification.
We appreciate your purchase from us, and we understand that sometimes the products you buy don't turn out to be the right choice for you. We guarantee your peace of mind with our 30-day return policy. With no standard restocking fee and few restrictions, you'll enjoy a return process as easy as shopping with us. Please visit our Return Policy page for further details.
We've made iPhone and Android mobile apps available for your service and shopping convenience. Use filtered search to find and purchase almost any item we sell and ship worldwide. Download product manuals and guides for many popular items. See high-resolution product images in close-up detail. Manage wishlists and view order history. Visit our Mobile Apps page to download.
See sample Newsletter
Help
Company Information
B&H Resources
