Psycho (Type A-2Sh)
35mm Black & White Soviet Movie Stock
Overview
A-2Sh is a black-and-white negative panchromatic / isopanchromatic film originally derived from Soviet cinematic film stock. It is designed for difficult lighting conditions and is successfully used in artistic photography for reportage, action and scenes with moving objects.
The film yields a distinct, expressive aesthetic with high contrast, deep shadows, pronounced grain and excellent sharpness. Its wide latitude allows good results in a variety of lighting conditions, making it ideal for those who want a dramatic, cinematic look. ISO 400. Made in Ukraine.
Key characteristics
- Black & white negative film
- Panchromatic / isopanchromatic
- ISO 400
- High contrast with deep shadows
- Pronounced, crisp grain
- Exceptional sharpness
- Wide exposure latitude
- Made in Ukraine
Specifications
| Type | B&W negative, 35mm, 36 exposures |
|---|---|
| Spectral sensitivity | Panchromatic / isopanchromatic |
| Rated speed | ISO 400 |
| Base | Thin polyester base (clear) |
| Grain | Pronounced, classic film grain |
| Application | Difficult lighting, reportage, action |
| Origin | Soviet cinematic film stock, made in Ukraine |
Development times (20°C)
Starting points for 35mm. Times in minutes. Always test before critical work.
| Developer | Dilution | ISO | Time (min) | Temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellini DF2 Duo Step | stock | 400 | 3+3 | 20°C |
| Berspeed | 1+1 | 400 | 14 | 21°C |
| D-76 | stock | 400 | 13 | 20°C |
| Diafine | stock | 400 | 3+3 | 20°C |
| ID-11 | stock | 400 | 13 | 20°C |
| Ilfotec DD-X | 1+4 | 400 | 20 | 20°C |
| Microphen | stock | 400 | 32 | 20°C |
| Mikratol-2 | 1+50 | 400 | 15 | 20°C |
| Rodinal | 1+50 | 400 | 20 | 20°C |
| XT-3 | stock | 400 | 7.25 | 20°C |
| Xtol | stock | 400 | 7.25 | 20°C |
Handling notes
- Thin polyester base is prone to light piping.
- Load in subdued light.
- Not recommended for cameras with automatic motorized rewind due to lack of a DX code and the physical traits of the bulk-cut stock.
- Can be processed in standard black-and-white chemistry (e.g., D-76).
Sample gallery
Shot on Psycho (Type A-2Sh). Click a photo to enlarge.
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