Film Photography Now

A blog about film photography in the digital age. All images and words by David Bromley.

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Into The Woods – Ilford HP5 Plus

27/08/2025

Ilford XP2 Super is my go to black and white film for 35mm. However, I wasn’t keen on the tones in 120. The tones and detail of HP5 Plus are much more to my liking. It was very bright that day and the film handled the high contrast scenes well, retaining detail in both the highlights and shadows. My new film of choice for 120 black and white for sure.

Camera: Mamiya C330 Pro S

Lens: Mamiya Sekor S 80mm f2.8

Film: Ilford HP5 Plus 400

Location: Raincliffe Woods, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Year: 2025