Ilford HP5 Plus 400
ISO 400
Brand
Ilford
Film type
Black & White
Format
35mm
Exposures
36
Quick guide to know more
Imagine HP5 Plus 400 as a really tough and flexible black and white film, like a trusty pair of jeans that fits every occasion! It's super good for taking pictures in all sorts of light, from bright sunshine to dim rooms, and it's famous for giving photos a classic, slightly grainy, and timeless look. It's a favorite for telling stories with your camera, capturing action, or just everyday life.
About HP5 Plus 400
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 is a legendary high-speed panchromatic black and white negative film. Renowned for its incredible versatility, robustness, and classic aesthetic, it is a true workhorse film. With a nominal ISO of 400, HP5 Plus offers exceptional exposure latitude, allowing for significant push processing (comfortably up to ISO 3200 or even 6400 with appropriate development) and pull processing while maintaining excellent tonal separation and detail. It features a traditional silver halide emulsion that produces a noticeable, but pleasing and uniform, grain structure, contributing to its iconic documentary and photojournalistic look. HP5 Plus delivers rich blacks, clean whites, and a full range of mid-tones. It's highly forgiving, making it an excellent choice for beginners and professionals alike, excelling in street photography, photojournalism, portraiture, and general available light photography.
