Reflx Lab Zarya 400 Black & White Film — 35mm 36 exp

Reflx Lab Zarya 400 is a unique 35mm black-and-white negative film made from Svema Type 42 stock. Rated at ISO 400, it offers a distinctive high-contrast, cinematic look with strong blacks and expressive tonal separation.

• Format: 35 mm (135) · 36 exposures
• Speed: ISO 400
• Type: black-and-white negative film
• Original stock: Svema Type 42, Ukraine
• Process: D-76; approximately 11 minutes at 20 °C / 68 °F is a starting point

Its fast speed makes it useful for street photography, available-light scenes, night photography, and subjects where punchy contrast is desirable. The stock has flexibility for alternate exposure ratings and push/pull development, but results vary with development.

The thin polyester base should be loaded and unloaded in subdued light to reduce the risk of light piping.

Development times are starting points and may vary with developer, agitation, and personal contrast preference.