Response to Tri-X or HP5+ ?

I haven't seen much difference between the two in roll film formats. Its quite a different matter in sheet film though. TriX in sheet film is actually a different film. I believe it was designed for use in controlled light situations such as studio portraits. The characteristic curve shape certainly looked different. (Caveat: I just ran one quick test). For natural light stuff in sheet film size work, I tend to prefer HP5 as both being more flexible as well as giving me a gradation that I like more. In roll film size, I have no particular preference. As you say, I find they provide pretty much the same speed, gradation, tonality, grain etc - at least, I'm unable to find any difference but maybe I haven't been 'looking hard enough'. Cheers. DJ

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