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Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Negative (Print) Film (ISO-400) USA
Kodak T-Max 400 Professional film is a continuous-tone panchromatic black-and-white negative film. It is also useful for scientific and biomedical work, especially when fluorescence photography is required. It has high speed (ISO 400/27 in most developers), very high sharpness, extremely fine grain, and high resolving power; it allows a high degree of enlargement.
- Kodak T-Grain Emulsion
- Allows films with extremely fine grain to be made faster; high-speed films have finer grain; T-MAX Professional Films offer the best of both worlds: high speed and fine grain
- Improved sharpness
- Maintains subject detail in prints at higher degrees of magnification than conventional films
- Expanded exposure latitude
- Greater "forgiveness" with overexposure errors; quality prints from moderately under- or overexposed negatives; Better highlight separation
- Improved reciprocity at long and short exposure times
- Less compensation required than with conventional films
- More responsive to zone-system development changes
- Smaller time adjustments needed
- Shorter push-processing development time -- no increase for 1-stop push, shorter 2-stop push-times than other films require
| Type | 120mm black and white negative film |
| Speed | ISO 400 |
| Applications | For dimly lighted subjects or fast action; for extending flash distance range; and for photographing subjects that require good depth of field and fast shutter speeds with maximum image quality for the film speed |
| Process | T-Max, T-Max RS, X-Tol, D-76, HC-110, Duraflo RT |
| Color Saturation | Not applicable |
| Grain | Fine |
| Sharpness | High |
| Exposure Latitude | Wide |
| Push/Pull | Can be pushed 2-stops |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 60 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent (48)
- Good tonal range (46)
- Accurate (37)
- Scans well (34)
- Reproduces well (33)
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork (31)
- Travel (28)
- Photojournalism (24)
- Action shots (15)
- Home (15)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (21), Photo enthusiast (14), Pro photographer (8), Casual photographer (6), Photography student (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (39)
Most Liked Positive Review
This is the best film in its class
I've used this film for all sorts of applications: landscape, urban landscape, documentation, environmental portraits, street shooting etc. It really is quite remarkable. I have tested TMY-2 against most every other...Read complete review
I've used this film for all sorts of applications: landscape, urban landscape, documentation, environmental portraits, street shooting etc. It really is quite remarkable. I have tested TMY-2 against most every other film in its class and to my eye it stands head and shoulders above the rest. It is visibly sharper with a grain structure one would expect from a slower film. The tonality is excellent. When developed in Pyrocat HD it can deliver beautiful results. The base is very flat and the film scans well. It enlarges very well and silver prints from TMY negs rarely disappoint. This is one of Kodak's best products and it is worth saying that Kodak QC is the best in the industry so you will not encounter any unwanted surprises.
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Most Liked Negative Review
not sure
I bought the wrong film by mistake but have used a very similar product for my photo class. its good. a little grainy but over all produces a nice print with a steady hand
I bought the wrong film by mistake but have used a very similar product for my photo class. its good. a little grainy but over all produces a nice print with a steady hand
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Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I bought the wrong film by mistake but have used a very similar product for my photo class. its good. a little grainy but over all produces a nice print with a steady hand
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
40+ years of photography and I have always found the T-Max line to be highly reliable. This current batch in being used in a 1936 Rolleicord.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- T-Max developer
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Kodak T-Max is always the best. It allows for a good stop worth of wiggle room with the exposure and is forgiving in the development process. My prints turned out crystal clear, although this film is a little prone to scratching. Nonetheless, handle with care and you're golden!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I love shooting with this film in my Mamiya c330! The ultra- fine grain creates photos that have excellent depth and tone. It also develops quickly and maintains great shadow tones. I have no complaints about this film whatsoever.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Home
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
This film with 400 ASA is excellent for broad based shooting. I use it at all times of the day but best at early morning and evening with its long latitude. Recommend it for all photographers of Black and White genre.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I use this with pyro developers. It has excellent tonal range and is easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Consistent and great range. I use this film from 400-1600 and I get excellent results every time. I barely use anything else. Scans perfectly and most importantly, it is the only 120 film I have used to date that air dries perfectly flat!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Weddings
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I love this film! I use it for both Portrait work and for Weddings and it never disappoints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Home
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I use this film in my 1950s Rolleiflex when I'm feeling that I need a break from digital or I want that feel that you only get with medium format B&W. This film has just the right amount of grain, and it's really easy to develop. I'm a complete amateur when it comes to developing my own film, and I can easily get good results with this film in a daylighting tank in my kitchen. The 400 ISO makes it easy to get good exposures on an older camera where the shutter speeds are no longer so accurate, and the tonal range is very nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Great film, dependable and flexible.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Good Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I'm new to medium format photography and wanted some affordable film that I could experiment with. This film delivered. I got some very exciting results and will use this film again. If you are looking for some good B & W film and don't want to spend a lot of money, this film is a good place to start.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I am done with all the other black and white films, other brands that is. I shot them all, pushed and pulled, and still, I get what I need with the 400 and then the 100. Make a 3200 in 120 puh-leeze?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Always great. Always consistent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
- Tight grain
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Home
- Portrait
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I've be using T-Max Film for 15 years. In that time I've tried other black and white film and this film always is the best.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Home
- Office
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Finest and sharpest B&W available in 120.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
- Poor Quality
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
i had great density in my film, but there were these fine lines that look like scratches all the way throught the whole roll. every roll.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
This film is really some of the best film I've ever used!...it develops easily, is thick and durable and always has such a beautiful fine grain. Nothing beats it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
I found this to be grainier than Ilford Delta 400, but the price is better
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Reproduces Well
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Good film and fine grain. I use 510-Pyro and Pyrocat-HD as film developers and they both works fine with Kodak.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Travel
Comments about Kodak TMY 120 T-Max 400 Professional Black & White Print Film (ISO-400):
Very fine grain. Excelent sharpness. Easy to develop.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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