This may sound like an exaggeration and needs clarification, but it is generally true. It's not the finest, fastest, or most contrasting film. But it's a solid, reliable, consistent and beautiful film that anyone interested in film photography should try. It can be increased up to 1600 ISO (my own experience) with acceptable results. It has a classic look and all the greats have used it at some point (Salgado almost exclusively directed this film). Highly recommended.