Ilford HP5 Plus ISO 400 Black & White Sheet Film — 2.25x3.25" (25 Sheets)

Ilford HP5 Plus ISO 400 black and white sheet film is a high-speed, medium-contrast panchromatic negative film designed for outstanding performance across virtually all shooting conditions. Nominally rated at ISO 400, HP5 Plus delivers negatives of exceptional sharpness and fine grain whether shot in bright daylight, challenging mixed light, or demanding indoor available-light environments. This 25-sheet pack is cut to the 2.25x3.25" format, sized for press cameras and holders that accept the classic 6x9cm sheet.

For photographers seeking the best ISO 400 black and white sheet film for large format work, HP5 Plus stands apart through its exceptional exposure latitude — a characteristic that makes it forgiving in unpredictable light and ideal for documentary, journalism, and street photography where exposure precision isn't always possible. Its pushability is a primary reason working photographers rely on it: HP5 Plus can be rated up to EI 3200/36° using Ilford Microphen developer, maintaining good shadow detail and well-separated mid-tones even at extreme push levels, making it equally capable as a low-light workhorse and a standard-speed daylight film.

HP5 Plus has established itself as one of the most versatile and widely used black-and-white films in the history of the medium. Its wide exposure latitude makes it an excellent starting point for darkroom newcomers and a reliable daily driver for experienced large format photographers alike. The film is compatible with a broad range of developers — including ID-11, Ilfotec DD-X, Ilfosol 3, and Microphen — and processes cleanly in spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors. The 2.25x3.25" sheet format fits standard press camera film holders, purpose-built for photographers working with Graflex, Speed Graphic, and similar press-era equipment.

Key Features of Ilford HP5 Plus 2.25x3.25" Sheet Film

• ISO 400 Native Speed: Delivers reliable exposure across a wide range of lighting conditions without the compromises typical of slower films, making it a true all-purpose black-and-white emulsion for large format.
• Pushes to EI 3200: Formulated to respond exceptionally well to push processing — achieves EI 3200/36° with Ilford Microphen, retaining shadow detail and tonal separation where many films break down.
• Wide Exposure Latitude: Tolerates over- and under-exposure with graceful results, reducing the cost of missed exposures and making it well suited to unpredictable or fast-moving subject matter.
• Fine Grain, High Sharpness: Produces negatives with a classic grain structure and strong edge definition, yielding detailed prints well-suited to enlargement.
• Broad Developer Compatibility: Works with a wide range of chemistry including ID-11, Microphen, Ilfotec DD-X, Ilfotec LC29, Ilfotec HC, Ilfosol 3, and Ilfotec DDX, in both one-shot and replenisher configurations.
• 2.25x3.25" Large Format Sheet: Cut to the classic press camera format, compatible with standard 6x9cm holders used in Graflex, Speed Graphic, Crown Graphic, and similar cameras.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Ilford
• Film Name: HP5 Plus
• Part Number: 1629145
• Film Type: Black & White Panchromatic Negative Film
• Format: Sheet Film
• Sheet Size: 2.25 x 3.25 inches (6x9cm)
• Sheets per Pack: 25
• ISO / Film Speed: ISO 400 / 27°
• Maximum Push Speed: EI 3200 / 36°
• Contrast: Medium
• Grain: Fine
• Exposure Latitude: Wide
• Processing Compatibility: Spiral tanks, deep tanks, automatic processors
• Recommended Developers: Ilford ID-11, Microphen, Ilfotec DD-X, Ilfotec LC29, Ilfotec HC, Ilfosol 3