Ilford Quality

[John Kasaian]

I was wondering what the current thoughts of those here are in regards to recent production Ilford film, particularly FP-4+? I've used a lot of the stuff in the past, both in Arista and Ilford boxes and it is first rate IMHO, but lately I've been using up a stash of assorted older films I found hidden in the freezer. Meanwhile my stockpile Ilford is getting low (except for HP-5+ in 5x7 format) and I'll be needing to order some fresh stuff soon.

Is FP-4+ the same great film it's always been?

[Ron Marshall]

I am finishing a box bought about a year ago, it is the same as always.

[Vaughn]

So far so good! (new 8x10 FP4+)...I have also used the old FP4+ and Arista 125.

Vaughn

[Tomaas]

I purchased 10 boxes of FP4+ through one of the local shops and I have been shooting my way through them over the past few months. This is in both 5x7 and 8x10 sizes.

Beautiful film!

Tomaas

[Frank Petronio]

Yeah it's great stuff if they don't leave fingerprints on it or assemble the boxes with both layers facing out so they aren;t as light tight.

[reellis67]

This is my primary film, and I tend to order regularly (~ twice a year) rather than stockpiling. I've not seen any problems with it at all in 120, 4x5 or 8x10 sizes.

- Randy

[Alex Hawley]

I've been using it all this year in the 7x17 with no problems at all.

[BradS]

I have used about 100 sheets of FP-4+ a year for the past 4 years or so. Never any problem. I don't store it in the fridge or the freezer. I just buy it and use it. Works with everything, has great exposure latitude and is very forgiving of my less than meticulous processing methods (a characteristic for which I am very grateful). Consistently beautiful film.

[Lenny Eiger]

Is FP-4+ the same great film it's always been?

Yes, FP4+ has been consistent, but it isn't the same as the old FP4, which was far and away a better film. I wish they would bring it back...

Lenny

[Jim Fitzgerald]

I'm having a sizing problem with my FP4+ in 11x14. Simon is aware of it and is going to send me a test sheet from the new run to compare. Other than that great film!

Jim