T-Max 400 vs Tri-X: What Actually Makes Them Different

T-Max 400's tabular grain structure gives you noticeably finer detail than Tri-X at the same speed — but it's less forgiving when you push it and needs tighter development discipline. If you're shooting street or documentary and want that gritty Tri-X look, T-Max will disappoint; if you're printing large or scanning for commercial work, it's the smarter choice.