Kodak Tri-X Film

Tri-X is widely considered the gold standard for street photography because of its high contrast and distinct grain structure. Its ISO 400 speed allows you to shoot in varied lighting, while its wide exposure latitude gives you room to recover details if your metering isn't perfect.

Yes, Tri-X is famous for its ability to handle push processing. Many photographers regularly shoot it at ISO 800 or 1600 to gain extra shutter speed in low light, adjusting their development times accordingly to maintain good contrast.

Absolutely. Because it is so forgiving with exposure errors and works well with standard black and white chemistry, it is an excellent film to learn on. Its predictable results help you understand how light affects your negatives.

This specific listing is for 120 format film, which is used in medium format cameras. If you are shooting a standard SLR, you will need to look for the 35mm version of Tri-X.

Tri-X has a classic, gritty look rather than the ultra-fine, smooth grain found in modern tabular-grain films like Kodak T-Max. This texture is a signature part of its aesthetic, providing a punchy, high-contrast look that many photographers prefer for portraits and documentary work.