Ilford HP-5 Plus Black and White Film, ISO 400, 35mm, 100' Roll
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Ilford HP-5 Plus Black and White Film, ISO 400, 35mm, 100' Roll

SKU: ILHP5100 MFR: 1656031
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning monochrome images with this high-speed Ilford HP5 Plus 35mm film.
  • Enjoy wide latitude, perfect for various lighting conditions and creative darkroom techniques.
  • Achieve exceptional tonality in your black and white photography with this classic film.
  • Push or pull process your HP5 Plus film to fine-tune contrast and density as needed.
  • Create archival-quality prints from your 35mm negatives, ensuring lasting memories.
  • Experience fine grain and high contrast, ideal for detailed and expressive black and white shots.
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What types of photography is ILFORD HP5 PLUS film best suited for?

ILFORD HP5 PLUS film is well-suited for a wide range of photography, including journalism, documentary, travel, sports, action, and indoor available light photography, thanks to its high speed, fine grain, and medium contrast.

Can ILFORD HP5 PLUS film be push-processed?

Yes, ILFORD HP5 PLUS film can be push-processed effectively and is rated up to El 3200/36 Degree, allowing for flexibility in shooting in various lighting conditions.

Is ILFORD HP5 PLUS film a good choice for beginners?

Absolutely, ILFORD HP5 PLUS film's wide exposure latitude makes it an excellent choice for beginners, as well as those returning to film photography and experienced professionals.

What type of developers can be used with ILFORD HP5 PLUS film?

ILFORD HP5 PLUS film can be processed in a wide range of developers, including those used in spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors, offering versatility in film development.

How does ILFORD HP5 PLUS film perform in low light conditions?

ILFORD HP5 PLUS film performs exceptionally well in low light conditions due to its ability to be push-processed, ensuring sharp and fine-grained images even when lighting is not optimal.

Morgan J : Approx how many exposures per 100' role?KEVIN B : 500-600 or better depending on how you spool itJACK J : It's about 800 frames per roll, but you lose some in the spooling process. Most people get about 17.5 to 18 rolls with 36 frames each per 100' roll.
edgar j : when film expires?YONGRAN Z : You can see the expired date at the side of the box.ACCOUNTING D : Generally, film is dated with 2-3 years of shelf life. To keep film fresh longer, store the film in a moister proof wrap or container in refrigerator. Film can be stored in a freezer indefinitely.DALE N : The expiration date for film is clearly indicated on the box. The film I purchased in 2012 has an expiration date of 2015 but I'm not worried about the date as I store my film in a dry, cool area and have B&W 4"x5"sheet film that expired back as far as 1980's that still works just fine.RANDALL S : The manufacturer states an expiration date on each roll of film, whether cartridge or 100" bulk roll. That date is supposed to represent when the image characteristics of the film will change with age. It is commonly 2+ years after sale date. However, that date assumes how the film will be stored and how quickly after expsoure it will be processed. If you reftigerate your bulk roll, better - freeze it, and if you develop an exposed roll within a few months of exposure, even a critical user will not see any deterioration in a final image where the film is exposed 5 or more years old. Some people who freeze their unused film claim 10 years. Since a 100' roll will yield about 18+ 36-exposure loads, you should be able to use up that bulk roll within any practial period of time. If you shoot 2 rolls a year, you are better off buying individual rolls as needed to stay in fresh film. Personally, I plan to use up a 100' roll every 3-4 years or less, and I've never had any problems. I try to roll off about half the bulk when I get it, then freeze the remaining bulk along with the individiual cartridges. Never a problem.WEIGUANG Y : Nov 2016JOYCE E : The Expiration Date is posted on each box label. I keep mine refrigerated / cool and I've used it beyond the posted date. I try to process it as soon as possible after the expiration date for best results. I would categorize myself as an "advanced amateur" (LOL!) and I love this file and highly recommend it.BILL B : Depends on the conditions and temperatures of keeping. It is a general belief: If you deepfreeze your films, then they still are usable after 10-15 years with no loss of quality. With regular fridge temperatures generally 5 years following the expiry date. In room temperatures it's perfectly usable even two years after the expiry date. Specifically with the Ilford-HP series I have been using since 1963, the above statements are totally true. I develop my B&W films and I have not noticed any drop in image quality with the HP5 films I bought expired even two years ago.
sam y : Do think Ilford is as good as kodak tmax 400 film?DONALD S : I have used Ilford fast films exclusively, currently HP5 Plus, since the late 60s. Exposed at EI 200 with processing reduced by about 25-30%, my negatives provide me with full shadow detail without highlight blockage.in contrasty light. In the case of flat light the negatives are dense enough to provide an easily printed image. I've used Edwal FG7 as a one shot over the same period.JAVIER G : yesFRANK O : hello: I think both ilford and kodak 400 speed films are outstanding. All 400 speed films from both companies have 100 years of research behind them and give great results. would suggest reading Ansel Adams "the negative" to get some perspective on what different films have to offer as you get further into b/w film photography. FrankRANDALL S : HP-5 is more like an improved Tri-X. Ilford Delta 400 would be more like TMax 400. I find the Ilford films to be more flexible than the similar Kodak in term of of response to development changes. As directly compared to Tmax 400, HP-5 can be subjected to a wider range of developments and adjustments to get different effects. TMax fiilms need to be developed within a narrow set of standards to achieve their best effect; not so HP-5. I find HP-5 has the potential for great enlargement with great sharpness and minimal grain, if used with a modern developer, like Xtol or its Ilford comparible [name I forget]. I use it with a propriety developer of similar composition.JENNIFER K : Yes. I do not notice a difference in using either films and the print quality looks to be the same to me. HORACE L : Personally prefer Ilford HP5 over TMax film. HP5 has much sharper grain the the TMax along with stronger blacks and whites. Processing is much simpler with HP5. I tend to use the more generic D-76 as it is a clean developer with adequate processing times.RICHARD B : I have been doing black & white photography since I was an Official US Army News Photographer WWII. I have used Kodak Films most of my life but have switched to Ilford 35 mm & large format 4"x5" film and can not tell the difference from Kodak. The grain is fine & I do Black & White 11 x 14 prints all the time and some 16"x 20" prints all with great results, all on Ilford papers. I am 85 years old and still doing Black & White Photography the old way, hand developing and Black & White Enlarger. (I DO NOT do Digital Photography). My camera's are my old World War Two large format 4"x5" Speed Graphic News Camera (well used but works like new) and my 35mm Canon, Black & White photography only. I guess I am a professional in Black & White photography, but I do photography now only as a hobby and for my own fun. I am a retired North Idaho daily newspaper Publisher. Bud Budvarson 3105 N 4th St. #32 Coeur d' Alene, Idaho Any inquires welcomeHOWARD H H : I think it's fine. I was using it for a B&W photography class and virtually everyone else used it.Igor S : Yes, it is. However, these are two different types of emulsions. The HP5 is a traditional emulsion while Tmax is a T type emulsion. Ilford's T type films are the Delta line. I personally prefer the traditional films (TriX, HP). One big advantage of Ilford is that its films are absolutely flat. It makes scanning so much easier. Kodak curls.Igor S : Yes, it is. However, these are two different types of emulsions. The HP5 is a traditional emulsion while Tmax is a T type emulsion. Ilford's T type films are the Delta line. I personally prefer the traditional films (TriX, HP). One big advantage of Ilford is that its films are absolutely flat. It makes scanning so much easier. Kodak curls.DALE N : It depends on the look your interested in... Fine grain I'd say Kodak has the advantage but better grey scale long tonal range stick with Ilford. I think Ilford is more forgiving with exposure and in the darkroom too. Mostly it is up to the individual as both these products render excellent results if handled properly.JOYCE E : As an "advanced amateur" photographer, I have found that I prefer Ilford film over Tri X and Tmax 400 films. It is much more lenient for my style of photography. I still use kodak chemistry to develop, and I also prefer Ilford papers.JEFF S : the grain can not compete with Tmax, but I like its contrast and tone

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2022-08-19T11:30:05

Rated 4 out of 5

beautiful film weirdly packaged

beautiful film! I would suggest y'all start packaging it in metal canisters though, the entire roll is just inside an unsealed black bag inside of the box it comes in so it doesn't feel as well protected from the light as bulk rolls in metal canisters come! thanks though!

KIARA O.

2021-11-29T08:37:05

Rated 5 out of 5

My go-to for fast film

Medium grain and sharpness, not as harsh as Tri-X. I appreciate Ilford's dedication to analogue photography and B&W media. HP5+ gives reliable, consistent results and prints beautifully in the darkroom. Shoot at box speed or push up to two stops.

MAX W.

2021-08-11T06:03:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Good; needs cassettes

Arrived on time and as described. Keep in mind that you will need film cassettes.

BARRON N.

2021-05-23T14:57:38

Rated 5 out of 5

All Good.

The film is great, of course -- and Adorama was great about sending it promptly.

KEVIN B.

2021-03-09T09:43:13

Rated 5 out of 5

HP5 excellent all around B&W film.

One of my favorite films. Great all around B&W film. Definitely recommend for those who enjoy B&W film Photogrsphy.

Ross M.

2020-12-08T08:06:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Great film for all needs

My go to film when shooting tons of important (family) events. This film is loaded on 90% of my shoots. High quality and consistency every time, dries flat every time easy to scan on flat bed scanners

Omar A.

2019-12-23T10:34:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Good

It’s a good film. I like it. Ilford used to be third or fourth in the film world. They’re moving up in my opinion.

Paul V.

2019-04-24T08:28:28

Rated 5 out of 5

I love HP5

Ilford's HP5+400 is my absolute favorite black and white film. HP5 has the best response to pushing and shooting in low light that I've seen for this price point, and bulk loading is one thing that can be done to make film affordable for hobbiests like myself.

Walt P.

2018-12-26T18:29:17

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent all-around film

Ilford hp5-plus is as near to kodak tri-x as you will get without buying tri-x. It pushes very well, and is excellent for all-around use.

Charles T.

2018-04-23T19:38:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Best combination of quality and price

I rolled my own XX and Tri-X for many years but the prices slowly crept up while availability went down and I found myself looking for alternatives. I've enjoyed HP5 in a variety of formats so I had no hesitation ordering a 100' spool to put in my Bobinquick film loader. I was able to get just about 19 rolls out of this spool so my roll cost went down to $ which works out to about 10 cents per frame so that's pretty great. If you haven't already explored what 'rolling your own' can do for your budget, don't hesitate! Some people are hesitant because they think that there's a lot of work involved but once you get a flow down you can roll an entire spool up very quickly while you're sitting at your desk or on your couch. Since I started rolling my own film this has quickly become my go-to 35mm B&W film. It possesses industry-leading silver content, flexible grain characteristics, a lovely contrast curve, and beats the pants off just about everything out there for pricing. 100' of Tri-X is running $ these days! This is the smart way to go if you want to begin or to continue to shoot B&W film heavily.

Brad M.

2018-04-10T09:02:33

Rated 5 out of 5

A great film !

The Ilford HP5 is a versatile film and was fairly priced. Buying it in 100 foot rolls and loading your own is an economic and trouble free way to pursue your hobby. Thanks Adorama for stocking this item.

charles v.

2018-02-22T10:36:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Classic

This film does everything it should and does it well. There's a reason why HP5 is legendary. It is a cornerstone of many, many photographers. Push it, pull it, do it all and you'll get the shot you need.

Timothy A.

2018-02-14T07:40:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome film

Great film and price

Ambar A.

2018-02-07T11:02:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for School Photography Program

We ordered this film for our High School Photography Class. The film works well, is priced right and Adorama is great to work with! Will be ordering again when we need more!

Marsha S.

2018-01-27T12:41:47

Rated 5 out of 5

My Use

Have not used the HP5 yet.

PHILIP B.

2017-09-12T09:49:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Inford films are always good

Fine grain, predictable good result, huge opportunities for push and pull development (iso changing). That's why 30.5 meters is not always enough for me :)

Elza U.

2017-03-26T08:11:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this stuff

I don't ever seem to go wrong with HP5+. I shoot landscape, street, and some portraits and HP5+ never disappoints me. I develop in xtol 1:1 for around 12 min at box speed. It also responds great to pushing to 800 and even 1600. Go get a bunch, it's great!

Brett H.

2017-02-07T11:43:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Film is not dead and HP5 is awesome

I have run through several hundred feet of HP5 this year. I love the quality and contrast I get from HP5 and I love the midtones I get from real B&W film and not digitally converted images. I shoot both film and digital, but 90% of my b&w is film.

Greg D.

2017-01-24T08:28:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Hands down the best film stock there is due to performance and affordability.

Hp5 is my favorite film stock over all because it's much cheaper to bulk load than tri-x 100'. It is truly a great way to save a ton of money on film. If you shoot a lot of film, it's the right buy for you.

Damion S.

2017-01-20T10:07:05

Rated 5 out of 5

My "go to" B & W film

Dependable and consistent film. Develops well in caffenol-STD with very gentle agitation. My "go to" B & W film.

William H.

2017-01-02T04:30:40

Rated 5 out of 5

HP5 a great value

This film is still reasonably priced and the best option for a ISO400 film. It pushes well, and can be developed in an inexpensive, long lasting developer like HC-110.

KEN P.

2016-12-25T10:09:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Film arrived in great condition

Film arrived in great condition. I need more film. I'll be buying more from Adorama as long as you keep that sale price going forever ??

Gerard G.

2016-11-21T19:10:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Hp5 is versatile

Cheaper to buy 100 ft roll and roll your own cassettes. Hp5 is versatile and can be shot at box speed or pushed 2-3 stops.

Jason Y.

2016-07-12T08:58:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Roll'em

Purchased the bulk roll this time round. Perfect for pinching dollars when you need a reliable 35mm film. It came out to ($) exp roll. Film shouldn't cost more than it does, but it does and the best way to save is load up. . So many reviews already, I don't think I need to comment on grain and pushability. Just enjoy the roll!

James N.

2016-02-13T10:38:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Great film!!

I love this film. Pushed to 800, it offers some of the best skin tones ever.

Jonathan A.

2013-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Half a century on Ilford...

Started with using HP3 in 1963, 50 years later still going with HP5+. This was the film HCB was using with Harvey's 777. Longest gradation of mid-gray tones, silvery highlights. Always consistent results, works with almost any developer. Use a softworking developer and rate it 250 to 320 ISO if you wish a gray scala to look like MF. Wide exposure latitude, more linear color response than Tri-X, compare their sensitivity curves for different wavelengths. This is the film I would be using as long as it exists...

BILL B.

2012-09-02T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I grew up on Ilford....

My wife and I spend our weekends together taking photos and enjoying each others company. I got her into photography and I started her on Ilford HP5+ because I have used it for several years. I cut my teeth on Ilford back in '86. I used some others like Kodak and Arista, some came close but I always compared it to Ilford. HP5+ is extremely forgiving in the camera and in the darkroom. My favorite B&W film, bar none! Buy this film!

Bpdo135

2012-05-06T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Better to buy individual rolls

I bought this can because I always had the curiosity to load my own films. It was a very nice experience but it was not easy to do it. I recommend if you are an enthusiast it is better to buy the individual rolls.

GRETA M.

2007-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Most versatile film

Ilford's HP5+ is one of the best films on the market today. Versatility is a word that describes it well. It can be used for fine art photography, street photography, low light, and any number of other situations. With the correct developer you can achive ISO speeds up to 3200! I would not advise this film if you are looking for fine grain.

Sharon K.

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About Ilford HP-5 Plus 100' Roll

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Most versatile film

By Sharon K.

Ilford's HP5+ is one of the best films on the market today. Versatility is a word that describes it well. It can be used for fine art photography, street photography, low light, and any number of other situations. With the correct developer you can achive ISO speeds up to 3200! I would not advise this film if you are looking for fine grain.

Good

By Paul V.

It’s a good film. I like it. Ilford used to be third or fourth in the film world. They’re moving up in my opinion.

Discover the exceptional quality and versatility of the ILFORD HP5 PLUS Black and White Film. This ISO 400, 35mm, 100' roll film is renowned for its high speed, fine grain, and medium contrast, making it an ideal choice for a broad spectrum of photography genres including journalism, documentary, travel, sports, action, and indoor available light photography.

The HP5 PLUS is designed to produce negatives of outstanding sharpness and fine grain under all lighting conditions, ensuring that every shot you take is of the highest quality. Its unique formulation allows it to respond well to push-processing, and it can be rated up to El 3200/36 Degree, offering you the flexibility to capture the perfect shot in a variety of environments.

With its wide exposure latitude, the ILFORD HP5 PLUS is not only a great choice for beginners and those returning to film photography, but also caters to the needs of more experienced professional users. This film can be processed in a wide range of different developers using spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors, making it a versatile addition to any photographer's toolkit.

Whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist, the ILFORD HP5 PLUS Black and White Film offers the reliability, durability, and high-quality results that you need. Experience the difference with this versatile and professional-grade film.

Ilford HP-5 Plus 100' Roll Features

  • ISO 400, medium contrast, all-purpose black & white film. Ideal for action, documentary and available light photography

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning monochrome images with this high-speed Ilford HP5 Plus 35mm film.
  • Enjoy wide latitude, perfect for various lighting conditions and creative darkroom techniques.
  • Achieve exceptional tonality in your black and white photography with this classic film.
  • Push or pull process your HP5 Plus film to fine-tune contrast and density as needed.
  • Create archival-quality prints from your 35mm negatives, ensuring lasting memories.
  • Experience fine grain and high contrast, ideal for detailed and expressive black and white shots.

What's in the box:

  • 100 ft roll