OpenLens said:
I certainly am if:
1) I can pay via PayPal
2) If you can get it to Taipei
Looks like it works well with my favorite flavor HP5+, too. Has anyone tried it with the new Tri-X emultion?
Okay, HP5 vs tri-x in diafine...
Ever since I started darkroom printing, tri-x in diafine has been my fav. combination.
Skin tone wise, HP5+ has the advantage.
However, a few things about tri-x that has an edge over HP5+ in diafine...
1. HP5+ loses out in terms of speed. The ideal ASA to use is 800, which IMO is a little slow. I've done a couple of HP5+ pushed to 1250 developed using microphen - fine grains and doesn't give you that 'pushed' look. Tri-x, on the other hand, can go as high as 1250 (some folks even pushed it to 1600).
2. Personally, I do find the negative a little flat when using HP5+ in diafine. End up having to print at grade 3.5 to 4 to get the desired contrast. Tri-x on the other hand, is very contrasty in diafine...prints very well on diffuser type enlarger at grade 1.5 - 2.
3. This sounds lame, but there's no bulk film for HP5+ in Singapore. But tri-x's readily available in tins
