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CineStill Film BwXX Double-X Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures)

BH #CIXXBW3536 • MFR #BWXX-36
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CineStill Film BwXX Double-X Black and White Negative Film (35mm Roll Film, 36 Exposures)
Key Features
  • Panchromatic B&W Negative Film
  • ISO 250/25° in Standard Process
  • Fine Grain and High Sharpness
  • Classic Emulsion, Subtle Tonality
BwXX Double-X is a high-speed classic black and white movie film that has been cut and re-spooled for still photography use by CineStill. Using virtually the same emulsion formula since 1959, this film is characterized by its subtle tonality, relatively low contrast, and high sharpness. Its nominal sensitivity is ISO 250/25° when used under daylight conditions or ISO 200/24° when used in tungsten-lit environments. The film has an acetate base with a scratch-resistant layer and is designed to be used in conjunction with D-96 developer, however can also be used with other standard black and white developers.
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CineStill Film BwXX 35mm Overview

BwXX Double-X is a high-speed classic black and white movie film that has been cut and re-spooled for still photography use by CineStill. Using virtually the same emulsion formula since 1959, this film is characterized by its subtle tonality, relatively low contrast, and high sharpness. Its nominal sensitivity is ISO 250/25° when used under daylight conditions or ISO 200/24° when used in tungsten-lit environments. The film has an acetate base with a scratch-resistant layer and is designed to be used in conjunction with D-96 developer, however can also be used with other standard black and white developers.

This item is one 36-exposure roll of 35mm film. The cartridge is not DX-coded and the film speed must be set manually.

CineStill Film BwXX 35mm Specs

Number of Rolls
1
Film Format
35mm
Number of Exposures
36
Film Type
Panchromatic B&W Negative
ISO/ASA Film Speed
250
Film Processing
Standard Black and White Chemistry
Film Base
Acetate
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.07 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
2.4 x 1.5 x 1.45"

CineStill Film BwXX 35mm Reviews

Doesn't get Better than CineStill

By Edwin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-13

CineStill XX has become my favorite black and white film to date. The rich blacks and smooth midtones, the minimal grain and the strong contrast have become what I expect from any black and white film. I would definitely recommend that any photographer try it.

Contrasty!

By Corey
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-18

This film is super contrasty and bold. I like the shots I got with it but I’ll likely stick to ilford hp5 going forward.

See any errors on this page?

So, is this actually Kodak Double-X motion ...

So, is this actually Kodak Double-X motion picture film? And, is it best processed using D-96 developer? Thanks!
Asked by: John
I develop it in Rodinal 1+50 for 9 minutes. Great results.
Answered by: Joel
Date published: 2023-10-17

Hi my rolls came without the box. May I ask ...

Hi my rolls came without the box. May I ask what's the expiry date on this? I had ordered on 27 May
Asked by: Elysia
The expiration date can be between 6 months up to 1 year from the date of purchase.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2023-10-17
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