Ilford Ortho Plus 80 Black & White Film

Ilford is one of the most prestigious names in photography, established in 1879 by Alfred Hugh Harman in Ilford, London. The brand became a global leader in monochrome imaging reagents and materials. The specific product shown, Ilford Ortho Plus 80, is an orthochromatic black and white film favored by photographers for its fine grain and high sharpness, typically used for landscape and studio work.

While the brand has gone through several corporate transitions, including ownership by Ciba-Geigy and International Paper, the black and white film division was rescued from administration in 2005. This led to the formation of HARMAN technology Ltd, which now owns the brand and continues to manufacture the products in Mobberley, Cheshire, England.

In 2024 and looking toward 2026, Ilford remains a cornerstone of the analog photography community. It is currently owned by the investment group Pemberton Capital, ensuring that the legacy of British manufacturing for traditional film remains intact. The brand is distributed globally through various subsidiaries and dedicated partners under the HARMAN umbrella.