Ilford Kentmere Pan 400 Black and White Negative 120 Film
Kentmere Pan 400 is a a medium speed, black & white film with classic looking grain, good sharpness, and pleasing contrast. Rated ISO 400 with excellent push characteristics, this film is one of the most versatile and forgiving black & white films on the market. Ideal for ‘everyday’ use, and suitable for a wide variety of subjects and lighting conditions, the resulting negatives capture a broad range of tones and are perfect for both darkroom printing and scanning. Drawing many attributes from Ilford stocks such as HP5, Kentmere Pan 400’s price point, coupled with its wide and forgiving exposure latitude, make it an ideal film for those new or returning to film photography as well as students and budget conscious photographers. The Kentmere range is owned and manufactured by Harman technology and follows the same high-quality processes that are used to make all Ilford Photo films and papers. Kentmere Pan 400 is panchromatically sensitised and can be processed in a wide range of different developers using spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors. NB. Compared to Kentmere PAN 100, this is a faster film with more noticeable grain and better latitude for pushing. Price does not include processing.
Kentmere Pan 400 is a a medium speed, black & white film with classic looking grain, good sharpness, and pleasing contrast. Rated ISO 400 with excellent push characteristics, this film is one of the most versatile and forgiving black & white films on the market. Ideal for ‘everyday’ use, and suitable for a wide variety of subjects and lighting conditions, the resulting negatives capture a broad range of tones and are perfect for both darkroom printing and scanning. Drawing many attributes from Ilford stocks such as HP5, Kentmere Pan 400’s price point, coupled with its wide and forgiving exposure latitude, make it an ideal film for those new or returning to film photography as well as students and budget conscious photographers. The Kentmere range is owned and manufactured by Harman technology and follows the same high-quality processes that are used to make all Ilford Photo films and papers. Kentmere Pan 400 is panchromatically sensitised and can be processed in a wide range of different developers using spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors. NB. Compared to Kentmere PAN 100, this is a faster film with more noticeable grain and better latitude for pushing. Price does not include processing.
Kentmere Pan 400 is a a medium speed, black & white film with classic looking grain, good sharpness, and pleasing contrast. Rated ISO 400 with excellent push characteristics, this film is one of the most versatile and forgiving black & white films on the market. Ideal for ‘everyday’ use, and suitable for a wide variety of subjects and lighting conditions, the resulting negatives capture a broad range of tones and are perfect for both darkroom printing and scanning. Drawing many attributes from Ilford stocks such as HP5, Kentmere Pan 400’s price point, coupled with its wide and forgiving exposure latitude, make it an ideal film for those new or returning to film photography as well as students and budget conscious photographers. The Kentmere range is owned and manufactured by Harman technology and follows the same high-quality processes that are used to make all Ilford Photo films and papers. Kentmere Pan 400 is panchromatically sensitised and can be processed in a wide range of different developers using spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors. NB. Compared to Kentmere PAN 100, this is a faster film with more noticeable grain and better latitude for pushing. Price does not include processing.
Kentmere Pan 400 is a a medium speed, black & white film with classic looking grain, good sharpness, and pleasing contrast. Rated ISO 400 with excellent push characteristics, this film is one of the most versatile and forgiving black & white films on the market. Ideal for ‘everyday’ use, and suitable for a wide variety of subjects and lighting conditions, the resulting negatives capture a broad range of tones and are perfect for both darkroom printing and scanning. Drawing many attributes from Ilford stocks such as HP5, Kentmere Pan 400’s price point, coupled with its wide and forgiving exposure latitude, make it an ideal film for those new or returning to film photography as well as students and budget conscious photographers. The Kentmere range is owned and manufactured by Harman technology and follows the same high-quality processes that are used to make all Ilford Photo films and papers. Kentmere Pan 400 is panchromatically sensitised and can be processed in a wide range of different developers using spiral tanks, deep tanks, and automatic processors. NB. Compared to Kentmere PAN 100, this is a faster film with more noticeable grain and better latitude for pushing. Price does not include processing.
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Kentmere Pan 400 120 (medium format) black and white film
Delivery $66.07
Harman Kentmere Pan 400 120
Delivery between 16–24 June $31.46
Kentmere Pan 400 Black and White Negative Film (120 Roll Film)
Delivery $35.60
Kentmere Pan 400 120 film
Delivery between 10–17 June $10.50
Kentmere 400 ISO 400 Black & White 120 Medium Format Film
Delivery $80.19
Kentmere Pan 400 120 Film
Delivery $10
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Kentmere Pan 400 120 Film
Delivery between 10–18 June $9.70
Ilford Kentmere PAN 400 (120)
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Kentmere Pan 400 - 120 Black and White Film
Kentmere Pan 400 120 Film 08 2027
originally posted on analoguewonderland.co.uk
There are better films on the market; but you won't get them at this price! At around £5 a roll (and fresh stock!) a high quality film like this simply has to have five stars. The film has very wide latitude, making it the perfect choice for any contrasty scene - including dark interiors with bright windows such as churches. The "grain" is a little larger than one sees in the Kentmere ASA 100 film; but it is still very pleasing to the eye, and the film is capable of capturing a lot of detail. The film is made by Ilford - which means high quality control and consistency.
originally posted on analoguewonderland.co.uk
I used this film to test out an old bellows camera, at least 90 years old. It was my first time using 120 film, and I'm very pleased with the results form the film (and the camera!). It worked well in landscapes and shaded areas - though a bit grainy - and gave excellent contrast when shooting a building in full sun.However, I only got 8 exposures out of my roll, not the 12 as mentioned in the the description. This is why I gave 4 stars, not 5.Will purchase again!
originally posted on analoguewonderland.co.uk
When I heard that Ilford were finally giving the film community Kentmere 400 in 120 medium format I couldn't wait to buy some. I had been thinking about which film I would use for the Frugal Film Project 2023. The aim of the project is to shoot frugally priced film in a camera costing no more than $75/£75. I wanted to change from 35mm and shoot medium format, but my options were a little limited with prices of film rising higher by the year. Ilford made the decision easier and I bought half a dozen rolls of Kentmere 400 to shoot in my Agfa Isolette I, a 1950's 6x6 medium format viewfinder camera from post war Germany. I shot my first roll and I'm very happy with my results. Kentmere has always been a contrasty film, but in 120 medium format it absolutely shines. My ... MoreWhen I heard that Ilford were finally giving the film community Kentmere 400 in 120 medium format I couldn't wait to buy some. I had been thinking about which film I would use for the Frugal Film Project 2023. The aim of the project is to shoot frugally priced film in a camera costing no more than $75/£75. I wanted to change from 35mm and shoot medium format, but my options were a little limited with prices of film rising higher by the year. Ilford made the decision easier and I bought half a dozen rolls of Kentmere 400 to shoot in my Agfa Isolette I, a 1950's 6x6 medium format viewfinder camera from post war Germany. I shot my first roll and I'm very happy with my results. Kentmere has always been a contrasty film, but in 120 medium format it absolutely shines. My favourite film is Ilford HP5, but Kentmere 400 is making me think about that as I like it a lot.
| Film Format | 120 |
| Film Type | Panchromatic B&W Negative |
| ISO/ASA Film Speed | 400 |
| Film Processing | Standard Black and White Chemistry |
| Film Base | Acetate |
Kentmere Pan 400 120 (medium format) black and white film
Delivery $66.07
Harman Kentmere Pan 400 120
Delivery between 16–24 June $31.46
Kentmere Pan 400 Black and White Negative Film (120 Roll Film)
Delivery $35.60
Kentmere Pan 400 120 film
Delivery between 10–17 June $10.50
Kentmere 400 ISO 400 Black & White 120 Medium Format Film
Delivery $80.19
There are better films on the market; but you won't get them at this price! At around £5 a roll (and fresh stock!) a high quality film like this simply has to have five stars. The film has very wide latitude, making it the perfect choice for any contrasty scene - including dark interiors with bright windows such as churches. The "grain" is a little larger than one sees in the Kentmere ASA 100 film; but it is still very pleasing to the eye, and the film is capable of capturing a lot of detail. The film is made by Ilford - which means high quality control and consistency.
I used this film to test out an old bellows camera, at least 90 years old. It was my first time using 120 film, and I'm very pleased with the results form the film (and the camera!). It worked well in landscapes and shaded areas - though a bit grainy - and gave excellent contrast when shooting a building in full sun.However, I only got 8 exposures out of my roll, not the 12 as mentioned in the the description. This is why I gave 4 stars, not 5.Will purchase again!
When I heard that Ilford were finally giving the film community Kentmere 400 in 120 medium format I couldn't wait to buy some. I had been thinking about which film I would use for the Frugal Film Project 2023. The aim of the project is to shoot frugally priced film in a camera costing no more than $75/£75. I wanted to change from 35mm and shoot medium format, but my options were a little limited with prices of film rising higher by the year. Ilford made the decision easier and I bought half a dozen rolls of Kentmere 400 to shoot in my Agfa Isolette I, a 1950's 6x6 medium format viewfinder camera from post war Germany. I shot my first roll and I'm very happy with my results. Kentmere has always been a contrasty film, but in 120 medium format it absolutely shines. My ... MoreWhen I heard that Ilford were finally giving the film community Kentmere 400 in 120 medium format I couldn't wait to buy some. I had been thinking about which film I would use for the Frugal Film Project 2023. The aim of the project is to shoot frugally priced film in a camera costing no more than $75/£75. I wanted to change from 35mm and shoot medium format, but my options were a little limited with prices of film rising higher by the year. Ilford made the decision easier and I bought half a dozen rolls of Kentmere 400 to shoot in my Agfa Isolette I, a 1950's 6x6 medium format viewfinder camera from post war Germany. I shot my first roll and I'm very happy with my results. Kentmere has always been a contrasty film, but in 120 medium format it absolutely shines. My favourite film is Ilford HP5, but Kentmere 400 is making me think about that as I like it a lot.
I've been using this stock as my default go to film in 35mm & 120 format for a while now.For a budget film stock I couldn't be happier with it, I do tend to push my film one stop to 800ISO as I like the look of a higher contrast film, it handles the push very well and I'd even go as far to say that it should be labelled as an 800ISO film. When shot at box speed (400ISO) it tends to look a little flat.For the price, I don't think you can get a better B&W Film Stock :)Sample photo taken on a 1940's Agifold (with a light leak :( ), Kentmere shot at 800ISO.
I love this film. I main film was T-Max400 for 30 years and I had great luck with it. But I tried a few rolls of Kentmere Pan 400 and have not gone back. I shoot mostly 120 but some 35 mm as well and the results are perfect for my use. I no longer print on silver paper but rather scan to make digital negatives for palladium and other historic processes. The Kentmere scans easily. It is also very forgiving which is important when I use it in some very old cameras that have funky shutters. With my Hasselblad, the results are perfect. And of course the cost is a benefit as well. I meter at 250 and process in Ilfosol 3, 68 degrees for 6 minutes. The film base is a bit thinner than the T-Max but I have no trouble getting it on the reel. It dries flat. I am sticking with ... MoreI love this film. I main film was T-Max400 for 30 years and I had great luck with it. But I tried a few rolls of Kentmere Pan 400 and have not gone back. I shoot mostly 120 but some 35 mm as well and the results are perfect for my use. I no longer print on silver paper but rather scan to make digital negatives for palladium and other historic processes. The Kentmere scans easily. It is also very forgiving which is important when I use it in some very old cameras that have funky shutters. With my Hasselblad, the results are perfect. And of course the cost is a benefit as well. I meter at 250 and process in Ilfosol 3, 68 degrees for 6 minutes. The film base is a bit thinner than the T-Max but I have no trouble getting it on the reel. It dries flat. I am sticking with it. Excellent film.
I shot this film in my Balda Baldax 6x4.5 folding camera for the Frugal Film Project 2023. Our friend Keith took my wife and I to Blackpool in mid October for an afternoon at the seaside. It was overcast when we got there, the light was awful, but Kentmere 400 handled it admirably. It is superb in bright daylight, as I found when I shot a roll at a fishing pond near my daughters home in September. Kentmere 400 is a film we can all afford as our daily driver. Whether you put it in an old vintage folder, a TLR or a more modern medium format camera, you will not be disappointed. Great film, great price.
I ordered this film as soon as B&H had it in stock and I can say it WAS worth the wait! The grain is awesome, and the exposure latitude is great. It DOES get quite grainy beyond 1600 but what film doesn't. I love the look of this film pushed to 1600 for my night time street shooting. It gives the photos a gritty street feel without an overly large amount of grain, keeping the images from getting too soft. Great film! And as always, the staff and sales department at B&H is the best!! Maybe later I will include a few examples once I have scanned them in.
This is a surprisingly nice-looking film stock for the price, especially when developed in quality developer, but it also does well in stand-development and when pushed 1-2 stops. The grain is pretty pleasant, and not intrusive in 120 format, and it has very nice latitude and contrast. While it doesn't have the tones of TriX or the detail of Acros, it deserves four stars just because it does so well at such a bargain price. A good budget BW film is crucial for medium format photographers, just because frames are at a premium, and at less than half the price of the higher-end film stocks, Kentmere 400 will allow you much more freedom in experimentation, even if you ultimately end up using something else for "professional" photos. I have to drop a star because it ... MoreThis is a surprisingly nice-looking film stock for the price, especially when developed in quality developer, but it also does well in stand-development and when pushed 1-2 stops. The grain is pretty pleasant, and not intrusive in 120 format, and it has very nice latitude and contrast. While it doesn't have the tones of TriX or the detail of Acros, it deserves four stars just because it does so well at such a bargain price. A good budget BW film is crucial for medium format photographers, just because frames are at a premium, and at less than half the price of the higher-end film stocks, Kentmere 400 will allow you much more freedom in experimentation, even if you ultimately end up using something else for "professional" photos. I have to drop a star because it isn't a *great* film stock, but I would still recommend it for anyone shooting medium format.
I shoot old towns and missions and often want grain to add feel. I develop in XTOL 1:1 for pleasant grain and Rodinal for courser grain.I have also had good success shoot portraits of my teenage sons. The grain smooths their less than perfect skin.I also shoot it in 135 (35mm) and develop in Rodinal when I want heavy grain which can get real heavy.
I love Kentmere 400. Due to its easy availability and wallet-friendly price, I shoot it almost exclusively. And this is an excellent film stock.I shot it successfully at ISO 200, 400, 800 and 3200. It works well with almost all developers out there and depending on what you shoot and how you develop your film, you can get a lot of different looks from this film. Want more contrast? Push it. Less grain? Shoot at ISO 200.Overall this is the best value B&W film out there and I love it. Thanks Ilford for keeping the prices low!
| Film Format | 120 |
| Film Type | Panchromatic B&W Negative |
| ISO/ASA Film Speed | 400 |
| Film Processing | Standard Black and White Chemistry |
| Film Base | Acetate |
