{"product_id":"double-x-5222-250d-35mm-bw-film","title":"Double-X 5222 (250D) 35mm B\u0026W Film","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDevelop \u0026amp; Scan with us in Berlin – use FIRSTDEVSCAN30OFF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-X 5222 35mm B\u0026amp;W Film for Cinematic Photography\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-X 5222\u003c\/strong\u003e is a legendary black and white cinema film stock, now bulk-loaded for your 35mm camera. Known for its rich contrast, moody tones, and classic grain, this film is perfect for photographers who want images with a strong cinematic feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginally made for motion picture cameras, Double-X 5222 responds beautifully to different lighting situations. It works well for street photography, documentary work, portraits, low-light moods, and any project where you want atmosphere instead of perfect cleanliness. The look is expressive, timeless, and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis roll is carefully bulk-loaded by hand in our Berlin-Wedding lab. Because it is made from motion picture film stock and prepared in-house, it carries the spirit of real analog work: practical, human, and slightly imperfect in the best way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilm Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFormat: 35mm \/ 135 format\u003cbr\u003eExposures: 36 frames\u003cbr\u003eNominal ISO: 250 in daylight \/ 200 in tungsten\u003cbr\u003eDX Coding: 200 ISO\u003cbr\u003eProcess: Standard black and white chemistry\u003cbr\u003eFilm Type: Black and white negative film\u003cbr\u003eLoaded: By hand at Berlin Photo Studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lab’s Honest Talk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis film is rated at ISO 250 in daylight, but these specific cassettes are DX-coded at ISO 200. If you shoot with a fully automatic point-and-shoot camera, the camera will read the roll as ISO 200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is not a problem. In fact, a little overexposure is often beautiful with Double-X 5222 because it helps bring more detail into the shadows and gives the negative a stronger base for scanning or printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you use a fully manual camera, you can set your meter to ISO 250, ISO 200, or experiment depending on the light and the look you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevelopment \u0026amp; Scanning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou can buy this roll online or pick it up directly at Berlin Photo Studio in Berlin-Wedding. When you finish shooting, bring it back to us for handcrafted black and white film development and scanning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe develop and scan black and white film in-house, with real care and attention to the character of each roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Double-X 5222?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDouble-X 5222 is a classic black and white motion picture film stock known for rich contrast, cinematic tones, and visible grain. It is often used for atmospheric photography and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Double-X 5222 good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes, but it is especially nice for people who enjoy contrast, grain, and a more cinematic black and white look. Beginners can shoot it easily, especially if the camera reads DX coding automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this film DX-coded at 200 ISO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese cassettes are DX-coded at ISO 200. The film itself is commonly rated at ISO 250 in daylight. Shooting it at 200 gives a slight overexposure, which can help preserve shadow detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I shoot this film in a point-and-shoot camera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. A point-and-shoot camera with DX reading will usually expose this roll at ISO 200. That works well for Double-X 5222 and can give strong, usable negatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat process does Double-X 5222 need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDouble-X 5222 uses standard black and white film development chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Berlin Photo Studio develop and scan this film?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. Berlin Photo Studio can develop and scan this film directly in-house in Berlin-Wedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Double-X 5222 best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is great for street photography, portraits, documentary work, moody light, cinematic scenes, and black and white projects with strong atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Photo Studio Berlin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54051569598801,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/0436\/6417\/files\/10032026-EVT_0861.jpg?v=1773396414","url":"https:\/\/photostudioberlin.com\/products\/double-x-5222-250d-35mm-bw-film","provider":"Photo Studio Berlin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}