Harman Technology (Ilford)

Kentmere Pan 400

ISO 400 N&B pronounced beginner

~5–8 €

A panchromatic ISO 400 B&W film — pronounced grain, marked contrast, decent latitude. The most popular film in the range. Standard B&W development. 36 exposures, 35mm and 120. An affordable alternative to HP5 Plus.

Atouts

+ Very affordable price

+ Same manufacturer as Ilford HP5

+ Versatile ISO 400

+ Standard B&W development

+ Available in 35mm and 120

Limites

− Grain more pronounced than HP5

− Strong contrast — less latitude

Kentmere Pan 400 is the budget reference in the Ilford/Harman range — the same plant as HP5, a different emulsion but at a noticeably lower price. Although its grain is more marked and contrast stronger than HP5, it's popular among photographers looking for an expressive B&W look at a lower cost.

Caractéristiques techniques

Grain

pronounced

Contraste

medium

Popularité

cult classic

Format 120

Non disponible

Nombre de poses

36 poses

Base du film

Acetate

Sensibilité spectrale

Panchromatic

Conservation

refrigeration recommended

Péremption typique

2–5 years depending on storage

Développement maison

yes — easy (D-76, Rodinal, etc.)

Niveau recommandé

beginner

Process	N&B standard
Révélateurs	D-76 (1:1), Rodinal (1:25–1:50), HC-110 (dil. B), ID-11, Ilfosol 3, Microphen
Temps / température	20°C — Variable selon révélateur et ISO. Consulter Massive Dev Chart (digitaltruth.com)
Usage recommandé	portrait, street, landscape
Revendeurs France	Labo-Argentique.com · Nation Photo · Analog Wonderland · Panajou