Xp2 is unique from all the rest in that it is not developed with black and white. We are passionate about what we do with a long tradition of commitment to black and white film photography. It opened on 14th october 1922, a project of premier super cinemas ltd. With winter edging its way into the northern hemisphere, the long summery days are turning shorter and greyer as we anticipate the upcoming snow. Our black and white products enable the highest photographic quality, having been honed by 7 years of experience. It is a black and white film which is processed in c41 type processing chemicals alongside colour negative films. Thats where films like ilford xp2 super 400 comes in. Ilford photo is a uk manufacturer of photographic materials known worldwide for its blackandwhite film and papers and chemicals, and its range of ilfochrome and ilfocolor colour printing materials, before these were discontinued. Xp2 is a conventional, c41 color neg film that has only one monochrome dye, and lacks an obnoxious orange mask. Ilford xp2 super sharp bw professional film, 120 size.
Xp2 super film can be processed alongside all makes of colour negative film. Ilford xp2 super sharp bw professional film, 36 exp 1839575. May 03, 2018 if you have never shot film before or are looking at getting into it these disposable cameras, i think, are pretty cool. Ilford xp2 super the film that saved my photography. Although rated at iso 40027, xp2 super can be exposed over the range ei 5018 80030. Trent was responsible for the overall design and val prince created the. Xp2 super harman technology limited process c41 black and white film ilford xp2 super is a c41 process black and white film that works in a similar way to kodak bw400cn xp2 super film produces extremely sharp crisp images with superfine grain characteristics. While we are on the subject of ilford xp2 super film, an article reads, so heres how to shoot xp2 super, according to me. Xp2 is not a conventional bw film other than the initial coupler layer. Exposure rating xp2 super film has a speed rating of iso 40027 400asa, 27din, ei 40027 to daylight. Mar 12, 2018 ilford xp2 is a fast, sharp, fine grain black and white film that can be used for any photography experience and is perfect for shooting any subject. As an iso 400 monochrome film, ilford xp2 super is wellpositioned to be a great street photography film. Its still not expensive, its very forgiving ive seen great results at iso 100 and 600 and best of all, you dont need to develop it at home. Xp is a chromogenic black and white film from ilford photo.
I ordered 3 rolls from amazon and heres samples from the first roll. It has a particularly wide exposure latitude and delivers excellent results, including welldefined highlights and shadows, even in unpredictable lighting or highcontrast scenes where there can be. It has since progressed through a number of versions, with xp2 super being the latest. The main competitor of ilford xp2 super was kodak bw400cn, which was. Push processing push processing is not recommended as, unlike conventional iso 40027 films, no practical increase in film speed is achieved when xp2 super film is push processed. It is extremely versatile to use making it an excellent allrounder to have in your camera. It was launched to great acclaim at photokina in september 1980, and went on sale. This yields the highest percentage of results of the best qualityi dont care a whit for make do solutions that yield only acceptable results. Xp2 super film is processed in the standard c41 colour negative film process. Ilford xp2 super is a c41 process black and white film that works in a similar way to kodak bw400cn xp2 super film produces extremely sharp crisp images with super fine grain characteristics.
Ilford xp2 super is the film i always recommend to friends who want to try out serious film photography which many people feel must be blackandwhite. On the plus side, because its c41 processed the grain is extremely fine for a 400 speed. Apr 12, 2015 thoughts on shooting a roll of ilford xp2 super 35mm film. This film is actually a color black and white film and the images are formed on the negative through the use of dyes, not silver. Ilford xp2 super has gradually gained acceptance with traditional photographers, it seems to me. Comparing and contrasting ilford films 7 6 share tweet. The film yields high contrast negatives and has an extremely wide exposure latitude making it suitable for use in varied lighting conditions. The main competitor of ilford xp2 super was kodak bw400cn, which was discontinued in 2014. If you have never shot film before or are looking at getting into it these disposable cameras, i think, are pretty cool. Delta 400 has finer grain than hp5 plus, but hp5 plus may give higher apparent sharpness. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. The versatile, fine grain, iso 400 film contained in this camera makes it suit. For selecting which negatives to enlarge on black and white paper, the processing lab can supply proof prints on colour paper.
Meaning you can shoot at a wide range of exposures and still get a great image. The xp2 super film stock is an upgraded version of the ilford xp2 stock and has improved exposure latitude and gives incredible sharp, crisp prints. I think it would be nice if ilford would sanction this method of developing xp2 super, as it would increase use of the film among home developers and anything that sells film is good for all of us. Ilford xp2 super is a sharp, fast, fine grain black and white film. Ilfords xp2 super is a highspeed chromogenic black and white negative film that can be processed alongside conventional color negative films in c41 chemistry.
Covid19 update whilst we will always aim to deliver your order as quickly as possible, please be aware that there could be some short delays at this time. But ilfords xp2 black and white film has incredible latitude. Ilford xp2 super sharp, fine grain, black and white professional film, iso 400, 120 size. Safelight recommendations handle xp2 super film in total darkness.
Ilford xp2 super bw film 120 6 cm iso 400 sign in to comment. I was in the photo shop and saw they had ilford xp2 on the shelf. Ilford xp2 super is a c41 process black and white film that works in a similar way to kodak. Formerly, it published the ilford manual of photography, a. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. The film yields high contrast negatives and has an extremely wide exposure latitude making it suitable for. Ilford xp2 super bw film 120 6 cm iso 400 prices cnet. As of 2018, ilford xp2 super and fuji neopan 400cn are.
It has a nominal sensitivity of iso 40027, however can be under or overexposed in order to adjust contrast as well as the balance of grain and sharpness. Sep, 2006 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. The iso speed rating was measured using standard c41 processing. May 26, 2004 xp2 is not a conventional bw film other than the initial coupler layer. While we are on the subject of ilford xp 2 super film, an article reads, so heres how to shoot xp2 super, according to me. I have used a couple of techniques that might be nonstandard to help me along the way. Thoughts on shooting a roll of ilford xp2 super 35mm film.
Xp2 super harman technology limited process c41 black and white film ilford xp2 super is a c41 process black and white film that works in a similar way to kodak bw400cn xp2 super film produces extremely sharp crisp images with super fine grain characteristics. Xp is a chromogenic blackandwhite film from ilford photo. Continental photo is one of the nations leading photo suppliers. Set replenishment rates for xp2 super film as if it is an iso 20024 colour negative film, regardless of how it was exposed. One is hardpressed to justify purchasing the traditionals.
The ilford super cinema was located on the corner of ley street and balfour road, opposite ilford railway station, in the centre of ilford. It can be used for any photographic subject, but ensures excellent results when there is a wide subject brightness range. You get enough speed and versatility for different light conditions with the iso 400 rating, and its monochrome, which a lot of people prefer for shooting street. It was launched to great acclaim at photokina in september 1980, and went on sale in january, 1981. However, you might want to verify that the camera is working properly at. Ilford xp2 super 400 medium format black and white film pack of 3. Xp2 super has very wide exposure latitude, making the film easy to expose even under challenging conditions. On the plus side, because its c41 processed the grain is extremely fine for a 400 speed film and if you dont develop your own films you can take it to any. Ilford xp2 super 400 in arsimago fd developer first test. This makes developing a snap for your trusted local 1 hour lab.
Ilfochrome was formerly called cibachrome, developed in partnership with the swiss company cibageigy. How to shoot street photography using the ilford xp2 camera 1 hr in. Ilford makes a lot of high quality black and white silver negative films. Step up from the ordinary with ilford photo inkjet media. Apr 01, 2007 ilford delta 400 pro vs hp5 vs xp2 super. The ilford xp2 super single use camera is an easy to use, fun camera with the. Ilford xp2 super 400 is a black and white film that your local lab can process easily and more cheaply because it is developed using c41 chemistry, but did you know that it can also be developed using true black and white developers and will still yield wonderful results. These actions are easy to use and all the emulations are prerendered for you so that you can easily switch between the effects without playing another action. They were deservedly poo pooed when they first came out. Chromogenic refers to how the film is created and developed. Buy ilford xp2 super, black and white print film, 120 6 cm, iso 400 1839649. Xp2 super is a sharp, fast, fine grain black and white film. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to. I have said this a lot over the past year but ilford always performs well.
Xp2 super 35mm film is supplied in dx coded cassettes, suitable for all 35mm cameras. The ilford xp2 film should work well because it has a wide latitude for over and under exposure. If you are looking for a black and white film that is versitile, in almost all shooting conditions, give ilford s xp2 super film and go. The streets were once again alive and buzzing, by this time of the day id had a fair bit to drink and was definitely enjoying the evening. It has a particularly wide exposure latitude and delivers excellent results, including welldefined highlights and shadows, even in unpredictable lighting or highcontrast scenes where there can be wideranging. The action shown is the video is the premium version which includes 28 instead of 8 film emulations. The ilford xp2 super is a 400 iso black and white film, available in both 35mm and 120 format. Ilford 120 print xp photography films for sale ebay. Ilford xp2 super 400 in arsimago fd developer first test surely, many fans consider the xp2 super an excellent film.
Though the perfect combination of weather and ilford film are in our midst. Ilford xp2 super sharp bw professional film, 120 size 1839649. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. The almost true black and white film 16 share tweet.
In all other respects, xp2 is just like any other 400 speed c41 color neg film you buy off the shelf. Ilford xp2 super 400 is the second film i shot at london pride 2014. Ilford xp2 super sharp, fine grain, black and white professional film iso 400, 35mm, 36 exposures. Ilford xp2 super is a chromogenic black and white film produced by ilford in both 35mm and 120 formats. Ilford xp2 is a fast, sharp, fine grain black and white film that can be used for any photography experience and is perfect for shooting any subject.
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