Differences between Hahnemuhle FineArt baryta vs Photo Rag baryta?

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For purely B&W prints, what are the differences? The Hahnemuhle website does not provide an adequate description for me to understand the differences. Has anyone worked with both of these papers that can comment?

 

I print using an Epson 3880 with ImagePrint 9 RIP.

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Why don’t you ask your favourite paper supplier to give you a sample of each to try?

[Jeff S]

The suggestion to test for yourself is a good one.

 

In addition to the company site, a web search comparing baryta papers will bring up various comparisons of these and other papers. Among other things, Fine Art Baryta is a slightly heavier paper (325 vs 315 gsm for PRB), has OBAs (unlike PRB) and is cellulose based (versus cotton rag for PRB).

 

For me, each print is considered separately, and usually one paper suits more than another. I stock Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Pearl for a creamier base and Photo Rag Baryta for a whiter base. I use Canson Infinty Baryta Photographique for an even whiter tone; it's another terrific paper. And Ilford Gold Fibre Silk (now called Prestige Gold Fibre Silk) remains an all-around great paper, especially for my color work.

 

Jeff