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Ilford's limited Delta 400 film gets a sharper upgrade
The classic black-and-white film gets a clearer base and better performance, but only while supplies last.
In brief
The classic black-and-white film gets a clearer base and better performance, but only while supplies last. Ilford's new Collector's Edition Delta 400 uses a clearer film base for the first time, improving sharpness and scanning, at the same price as standard film. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Ilford upgrades Delta 400 film
Ilford has released a limited-edition Collector's Edition of its Delta 400 Professional 35mm film with a new all-black cassette and carton design.
Clearer base improves image quality
The film uses a clearer roll-film base with anti-halation protection for the first time on Ilford's black-and-white 35mm stock, improving sharpness, dynamic range, and shadow detail.
Same speed, same workflow
The limited edition keeps Delta 400's ISO 400 speed, familiar characteristics, and processing times unchanged, so existing users need not alter their shooting or developing routine.
No premium price tag
Ilford is pricing the Collector's Edition at the same cost as standard Delta 400 Professional, around $15.99 per roll in the US and £15.99 in the UK.
This is a test run
Ilford indicated on Instagram that this limited release is a test to gauge demand for the clearer base, with potential for a permanent version if response is positive.
Permanent version would cost more
If demand justifies ongoing production, Ilford would likely charge a higher price for a permanent version due to the additional manufacturing complexity of the clearer base.
Supplies are very limited
Ilford has emphasized that quantities are extremely limited and the film will only be available while stocks last, making this a genuine scarcity.
Perfect for digitizing negatives
The improvements in sharpness and scanning performance make this version particularly valuable for photographers who regularly scan their film negatives into digital files.
At a glance
Ilford's new Collector's Edition Delta 400 uses a clearer film base for the first time, improving sharpness and scanning, at the same price as standard film.
