Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Negative (Print) Film (ISO-125)
Ilford FP4 Plus is an exceptionally fine-grain, medium-speed, black-and-white film. It is ideal for high-quality indoor and outdoor photography, particularly when giant enlargements are to be made.
- Very-fine-grain film with wide applications
- Push processing makes it a very viable film with many uses
- Good images possible with ISO ratings from 50-200
| Type | 4x5" |
| Speed | ISO 125 |
| Applications | General photography, copying and internegative work, and has many applications in scientific, technical and industrial photography |
| Process | Ilfotec, Microphen, Ilfosol, ID-11 |
| Color Saturation | Not applicable |
| Grain | Very fine |
| Sharpness | High |
| Exposure Latitude | Wide |
| Push/Pull | Usable results even if it is overexposed by as much as six stops, or underexposed by two stops |
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by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent (13)
- Reliable tonal range (12)
- Accurate (9)
- Sharp (7)
- Scans well (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork (9)
- Photojournalism (4)
- Travel (4)
- Home (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (7), Photo enthusiast (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
The perfect film
I use this film as my primary film emulsion, for all my analog imagery. This is a great film with little grain and great latitude in developing. I am currently using this film as...Read complete review
I use this film as my primary film emulsion, for all my analog imagery. This is a great film with little grain and great latitude in developing. I am currently using this film as the primary medium for my Thesis work. It is a consistent film and results every time. I would highly recommend it for work that requires a constant and consistent results.
It comes in divided packets inside the box, making it simple to remove a portion to a smaller box for field work so you do not have to carry all 100 units.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Had a problem with film
I started taking photos and developed the film and realized instantly that there were hundreds of perfect thin scratches going across every single negative. All of them have it so far and it is very...Read complete review
I started taking photos and developed the film and realized instantly that there were hundreds of perfect thin scratches going across every single negative. All of them have it so far and it is very noticeable especially on black spots. It is not water drips or scratches by anything - it is impossible. My only explanation along with a few of my teachers is that it was scratched up while being produced at Ilford's factory. Luckily I cannot see it on my prints so far. I am hoping they all do not look like this but probably they will. The good news is its not showing up on the prints but the bad news is my negatives look awful and I have no idea if it will get worse as I use more film and maybe it will show on my prints. Very disappointed.
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Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I started taking photos and developed the film and realized instantly that there were hundreds of perfect thin scratches going across every single negative. All of them have it so far and it is very noticeable especially on black spots. It is not water drips or scratches by anything - it is impossible. My only explanation along with a few of my teachers is that it was scratched up while being produced at Ilford's factory. Luckily I cannot see it on my prints so far. I am hoping they all do not look like this but probably they will. The good news is its not showing up on the prints but the bad news is my negatives look awful and I have no idea if it will get worse as I use more film and maybe it will show on my prints. Very disappointed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Scans Well
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Travel
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
always a perfect product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
The FP4 is a good all-around film -- good grain characteristic, good for all kinds of work, and flexible with push/pull processing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I often try different films but always seem to come back to this. Works in many different developers, I mainly use ID11 or Rodinal, and it is very forgiving.
The box speed is spot on too.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I use this product for my projects at Art Center College of Design. It works well thus far, I have no complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Architectural Work
- Artwork
- Landscapescenery
- Photojournalism
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I use this film as my primary film emulsion, for all my analog imagery. This is a great film with little grain and great latitude in developing. I am currently using this film as the primary medium for my Thesis work. It is a consistent film and results every time. I would highly recommend it for work that requires a constant and consistent results.
It comes in divided packets inside the box, making it simple to remove a portion to a smaller box for field work so you do not have to carry all 100 units.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
Great quality film for a decent price. But it really depends on what kind of film you like, but you can't go wrong with the Ilford FP4 ISO-125. I would say the best for its price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Home
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I am an art student and use the film for various photography projects from portraiture to landscape. The film is very versatile and provides great contrast throughout the image. The fine grain allows for a sharp and refined look for my portraits and shows great detail in portraits. It's hard to have a lower ISO but is great with enough available light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Art center assignments
- Artwork
- Landscapes
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
While this is the only black and white film I've ever used, I do believe that it's the best 4x5 film available today. It's all we're really allowed to use at Art Center and since [...] is the man, I do believe that he's correct in his film choice. If you're shooting 4x5 definitely work with this film.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Scans Well
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Action Shots
- Artwork
- Home
- Office
- Photojournalism
- Sports Photography
- Travel
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I am a photography student and would not choose any other film to shoot with! Beautiful tonal range and incredibly sharp, little to no film grain!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
for still and landscape, great tone and latitude, and easy to be developed with cpp2 and PCTEA.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Fine grain
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Scans Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Architecture
- Fine Art
- Landscape
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
A very nice film, easy for development, in high contrast situation I usually use it as ISO 50, and reduce 15%-20% develop time, it gives me an incredible gradation & super fine grain
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Scans Well
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
So far, I've used this film to shoot glamour/ Hollywood shots for my photo class. Film came out great! Ilford is a very reliable brand.
Pros
- Consistent
- Reliable Tonal Range
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
I recently switched to FP4 Plus from HP5 Plus in hopes of greater contrast. It delivers. Developed in Moersch Tanol Speed, the film can be exposed at EI 160, above Ilford's ISO rating, with no visible grain at moderate enlargements. Great shadow detail and tonal separation, and the highlights spread out on a long shoulder. The film base is easy to work with and I do not find it to scratch easily. I use it mainly for portraiture and still-life.
- Similar:
- Ilford HP5 Plus 4x5
Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Good Tonal Range
- Widely Compatible
Cons
- Grain not as fine as tmax
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Ilford FP4 Plus 4x5" 100 Sheets Black & White Print Film (ISO-125):
With beautiful tonality, medium speed and outstanding consistency and latitude, FP4+ is my regular film.
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- Price: $101.95
What's in the Box
- 100 Sheets of film
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