The current variety is XP-2 plus. I use lots of the stuff (as well as
the Kodak equivalent C400TN) for three main reasons:

1. The incredible exposure latitude in high-contrast scenes, e.g. indoor
shots in abandoned industrial sites with the sun falling through the
windows of an otherwise unlit building. I guess one would have to burn
holes into the stuff in order to really over-expose it.

2. The possibility to use the ICE dust masking feature of modern film
scanner wihch doesn't work with conventional b/w stock.

3. When I return home after a day of shooting, I can throw the whole
stuff, colour and b/w, into the same C-41 processor without having to
worry about different chemicals, times, agitation and all the rest of
it.

You'll find plenty of examples taken with both films, on my website.

Ralf

I've used both of these.  Neither is available now, the current version
being XP2 Super.  They are both marvelous films, as is the current version.
Extremely fine grain, wide latitude, and excellent gradation thoughout the
range are key features.  Less mentioned is the fact that these films are
extremely easy to print with conventional black and white materials.

My thanks to all. I greatly appreciate your replies and your experiences.

bm