Film Development

and Scanning

Free digital file delivery
Highest quality scanning

Dropping off your film for development, scanning, and preserving has never been easier! Our team has decades of experience developing color C41 and black-and-white films. Each roll is carefully processed, ensuring quality results each time. Most medium format and 35mm film rolls are scanned using a Noritsu HS-1800. For large-scale scans, we use an Epson flatbed scanner.

Drop your film off at Camera Exposure, use our 24/7 drop box, or mail it to us.

Call us for up-to-date information on turn around time and rush options.

We now offer Fuji Frontier SP3000 Scans for 35mm B&W and color negative film!

Cost: +$4/roll

Ask about it when you drop off your film!

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Get Started Processing Your Film

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    In-Store Drop Off

    Please stop by our Adams Avenue storefront to drop off your film and we'll take care of the rest. Processing in as little as a week and free WeTransfer delivery.

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    24/7 Drop Box and Mail-in

    Not local to San Diego? Can’t make it to Camera Exposure during business hours? Follow the instructions to utilize our 24/7 dropbox option.

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    Order Prints

    We partner with local printers to bring you the highest quality prints available. All images are printed on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Paper with lustre finish.

Film Processing Prices

  • Images not shot in standard 35mm or 120 formats/aspect ratios may be subject to a custom scanning or flatbed scanning fee. Please notify the lab at drop off if this is the case.

  • All negatives will be cut into strips of 4 unless indicated otherwise on your development request form.

  • Blank Roll charge is $5/roll. Please see our FAQ for information on refunds for blank rolls.

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