XP-2 Super vs T400 CN

[muser53]

I was curious if anyone has any comments about the different characteristics of these films. Ultimately I'll get a few rolls of each and experiment but I'm just wondering what experiences anyone may have had.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[Tuolumne]

I have only used XP-2 a little -- 400CN much more. I find the Kodak to be much smoother and better in the shadows. Also easier to scan. It's the one I use.

/T

 

[MCTuomey]

if i'm wanting less grain and "edge" i prefer kodak. if i want more grain and grit, then i'm for xp-2. both are good, for different things.

 

[NickTrop]

Depends on the paper you're printing on. Kodak CN looks great on color paper from a Photoshop. XP is better from printing on black and white paper. I like both but XP approaches a more traditional black and white look. CN has a richer look.

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

I use neither, as I prefer Fuji Neopan 400 CN.

It's similar to XP2, but not exactly the same.

 

[kshapero]

I have used both and prefer the Ilford XP-2 for purely subjective reasons. Strangely, I like the way it scans better.

 

[MCTuomey]

OT: jon, where do you purchase yours?

 

[infrequent]

i like xp2 because it gives me results closer to proper b&w film. bw400cn is a bit more polished like digital. would love to try neopan cn but can't find them here.

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

OT: jon, where do you purchase yours?

It's Japan and UK markets only. I get mine from http://stores.ebay.co.uk/The-Photographic-Shop_W0QQsspagenameZMEQ3aFQ3aSTQQtZkm

 

[mcgrattan]

I have had good results from all of those films, but, like Jon, I think I prefer the Fuji Neopan 400CN. I tend to use the Kodak and Ilford C-41 films more because they are in the local shops but the Fuji film is really good.

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

For me almost everything must be mail order, there are no local shops.

So I thought I'd try the Fuji and I liked it.

 

[mcgrattan]

Our local Boots sells both the Kodak and the Ilford chromogenic films. Prices are rubbish [compared to online] but they usually have a 3 for 2 offer on, so the price is only a little more than online and has the advantage that I can buy film on a whim.

When I do pre-order online [which I do fairly often] it tends to be traditional BW film [from Mathers, Retrophotographic or 7DayShop] or colour stuff that I just can't get locally ['pro' films, mostly].

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

My local shop sells only Fuji 200, and very little indeed of that.

If I want Reala they will get it for me; if I order 100 rolls.

So I tend to use Jaz-uk.

Once a year Lidl sells film, usually Fuji 100. Then I'll visit both local branches and buy their whole stock.

 

[MCTuomey]

thanks for the link, jon. i've always wanted to try fuji c-41. bookmarked - even though pricey, when i stock up next i'll give them a try.

 

[mh2000]

Where are you getting T400CN? It was discontinued like 5 years ago. It was the best choice at the time, gives full speed whereas XP-2 Super is better at 250-320. BW400CN is different than both, but beautiful in its own way... smoother and richer, even if less bite.