Gregory's ServerMy first experience with Ilford Delta 400 was on medium format, so I should not be surprised it's a bit grainier than I expected on 35mm.
π· Canon AE-1 Program
ποΈ Ilford Delta 400
π Canon FD 50mm/1.8, Yellow filter
π€ Wife
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 @Gargron wonderful portrait! It's funny my first reaction upon seeing the photo (before I read the accompanying text) was: "the grain makes it so beautiful" @Gargron I have my 1982 AE-1 with a Sigma 28mm, 70-210, and the kit 50mm. I cannot recall the aperture on these off the top of my head. B&W film photos always have that special something about them. Nice pic of your wife, nothing to add or subtract, it's exceedingly pleasant bringing back fond memories from the 80's @Gargron beautiful grain! It really adds an organic element that feels almost tactile. @Gargron Haven't used this but did once enjoy B&W D&P with Beutler Tetenal Neofin developers for ultra-fine grain, then printing with a Schneider Componon lens, for the sharpest granularity, highest acutance images. HP4 & 5 I think. Missing out on the smell? It was a bit of a non-addictive high. π |
@Gargron I keep meaning to try it half frame to compare to hp5. Is the difference really worth it? My main concern is the exposure latitude, I can get pretty sloppy with my metering while on holiday walk abouts. HP5 copes, but I know the deltas are meant more for controlled use.