My knowledge of the characteristics of various black and white films, other
than film speed, is almost non-existent.
A nearby photo dealer commented to me yesterday that the C-41 process
T400CN film would produce respectable enlargements up to about 8" x 11" but
anything larger would be noticeably soft. He also said that TMAX should be
avoided for shots on bright sunny days unless I really wanted contrasty
photographs. In addition, he said he sells very little slow Agfa speed
black and white in winter but that demand picks up in late spring and
summer. His principal comment was that if I wanted black and whites I
should buy black and white film and generally avoid C-41 process film
altogether.
Anyhow, to get to the point! I am looking for sources of information and
comments on the characteristics of available black and white films [Kodak,
Ilford, Agfa, etc] and which brand might be appropriate for differing
circumstances; eg: portraits, landscapes, low light, town, country,
mountains, flora and fauna, etc, etc.
Any information from the list will be appreciated.
John Hudson
Vancouver, BC, Canada
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