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...the Kodak Tmax 400? I very recently joined the film ranks so that makes me a noob in the film world, so let's treat this as a bit of a guidance thread. Please, someone, hold my hand :).
Walked around today a bit looking for Tmax 400 (no particular reason why, just like the results google search came up with) but many shops I went to, including a Kodak store, looked at me like I was asking for carrots. Is it a rare film or did I have a particulary bad luck? Anyway I scored two rolls of Ilford 100, not exactly what I was after but it's something to play around with for the time being.
Anyone know where to get Tmax 400 in Sydney?
Thanks :)
All I can tell you is that Photo Continental stocks it. Try Vanbar, they are closer to you. If you want to play around with something:
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Its rebadged Tri-X and works out about AUD$2,50 per roll of 36 exposures.
Tmax is better than Tri-x but Tri-x is still a fantastic all purpose film.
I think you may have the two confused Krysz. Tri X is a more traditional film and very highly regarded. T Max is cheaper but it is more forgiving.
Are you looking for 135 or 120 film? Vanbar should have either, but I know where there is some 120 if you need.
From what I've seen Tmax has more shadow detail than Tri-x. Though I have only ever shot Tri-x and that one time the back of my TLR popped open and destroyed the roll.
So ignore my comments. I'm an Ilford guy.
Tom, I'm after the 135. Will google Vanbar and see how I go.
Krzys, I've seen Tri-X at one of the places but didn't know anything about it so stayed away from it. Will get a roll to give it a try.
Thanks for your help, guys.
Romus, Tri X is possibly the most famous black and white film available today, and it is Kodak's signature black and white film. I personally don't shoot it, as I try to support Kodak as little as possible. I prefer Fuji or Ilford.
Romus, Tri X is possibly the most famous black and white film available today, and it is Kodak's signature black and white film. I personally don't shoot it, as I try to support Kodak as little as possible. I prefer Fuji or Ilford.
Tri-X is lovely. I shoot it and develop in Rodinal 1+50. It may not be to everyones tastes, but gives some amazing results. I likeit more than Tmax.
If I had to only choose one film, it'd be Neopan 400 though! Definately give it a go if you get the opportunity.
As TOM said, you could check out Vanbar, or even photoriesel in the city. Theres actually a couple places in the city i'm pretty certain i've seen it at, just cant remember the names unfortunately =/
Good luck!
Hey, thanks everyone, Vanbar seems to have it all! :) Been there the other day, they did have Tmax ;). Also bought all the developing gear there as well - and I only went there to get a few rolls of film hehe.
Thanks for everyone's input once again :)
GlennSan
16-07-2009, 10:38am
If you find you enjoy the wet-processing thrill, I suggest you use ebay for future purchases of darkroom bits & pieces. Dirt cheap these days. Don't buy anything new except paper and chemicals is my advice.
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