Frequently asked questions
What are your turnaround times?
We offer one hour (cut off 4.30pm), same day (cut off 2.30pm), next work day, 3 work day and 7 day options.
These turnarounds apply to colour (C41) and Black and White film in 35mm and 120 format, and disposable cameras.
We process E6 once a month approximately, or when we get enough orders.
When is the ONE HOUR service available?
We offer ONE HOUR turnaround for colour (C41) and Black and White film in 35mm and 120 format, and disposable cameras. This service is available for drop off between 11.30am to 4.30pm Monday - Saturday. We close at 5.30pm.
The one hour service is subject to the condtion that we don't already have too many one hour jobs to complete, in which case we'll let you have a slightly longer option but you'll pay the lower same day price.
What resolution are your images from 35mm film?
Medium Jpeg: 3130 x 2175 px. Suitable for web use. Technically sufficient for prints up to 10 x 8 inches, assuming photo printing at 300 DPI. However in practice, at 10 x 8 inches, our High Resolution scans produce finer detail and smoother tone variations. File Size ~ 5 MB
High Jpeg: 6744 x 4492 px. This resolution, extracts the ultimate quality from 35mm film. The result is visibly finer details and tonal range. Suitable for prints up to 22 x 15 inches. File Size ~ 20 MB
High 16 Bit TIFF: 6744 x 4492 px. Our true 16 Bit TIFF files contain incredible colour depth. This plays to the strength of colour film. Only a Noritsu HS-1800 can achieve this technical quality level. File Size ~ 90 MB
What resolution are your images from 120 film?
Medium Jpeg: 3149 × 2514 px *. Suitable for web use and prints up to 12 x 10 inches File Size ~ 6 MB
High Jpeg: 6298 × 5028 px *. This is our recommended resolution. Suitable prints up to at least 20 x 18 inches. Exceptional image quality from the Noritsu HS-1800. File Size ~ 25 MB
High 16 Bit TIFF: 6298 × 5028 px 16 Bit TIFF *. True 16 Bit TIFF files. 16 Bit TIFF files contain incredible colour depth. This plays to the strength of colour film. Only a Noritsu HS-1800 can achieve this technical quality level. File Size ~ 92MB
* Dimensions are based on a 6 x 7 image size.
How do I send film(s) for processing by Mail Order?
Use our Film Developing order form to make your service selections. Add the required services to your cart. Then go to check out.
Select "Ship" at checkout.
After entering your name and address details, you will have options to post back negatives and any prints ordered. This is free for orders over £50.
Alternatively, you can choose to have us store your negatives for collection for up to 3 months, which is free.
If you don't need your negatives, select the option "Dispose of Negatives".
Please note, you must first select "Ship" and enter your address before these options appear.
After placing your order, please send the film(s) to us at Picture This Film Lab, 67 Trafalgar Street, Brighton BN1 4EB. Use a padded, rip-proof bag and ensure you have paid the correct postage.
We'll notify you when we received your film.
On completion, you'll receive an email and a Dropbox link for any Digital Images ordered.
We post back negatives / prints once a week.
What are the Print Sizes from 120 Film?
When ordering prints from 35mm film and disposable cameras the print size will be 6 x 4 inches.
When ordering prints from 120mm film the print size will vary depending on the image format as follows:
6 x 4.5 cm --> 6 x 4.5 inches
6 x 6 cm --> 6 x 6 inches
6 x 7 cm --> 6 x 7 inches
6 x 9 cm --> 6 x 9 inches
Do you scan/print Half Frame?
Yes. When sending us 35mm film exposed as half frame, please be aware that we will scan each image individually.
If prints are ordered they will be generated for each image. As there could be up to 72 prints, we'll contact you to ask for an additional payment depending on the number of prints.
How do you cut and sleeve negatives?
Negatives are sleeved in a clear archival sleeve.
35mm negatives are cut into strips of 6.
How long do you store negatives for collection?
We keep negatives for 3 months. If you don't collect them in that time, we'll assume you don't want them, unless you contact us.
Mail Order customers can request return of negatives by post during check-out.
Do you offer student discounts?
Local students get 10% discount on film developing - please show ID
Do you offer bulk order discounts?
We discount film developing by 5% for 5+ films: and 10% for 10+ films. When ordering online, this discount is added on checkout.
Return postage: £3.50, or free for orders over £50.