FSTOP8 FILMLAB

About

FSTOP8 FILMLAB is a highly-rated film processing service in Melbourne, Australia, boasting a perfect five-star rating based on fifteen customer reviews. This lab offers a comprehensive range of processing options, including C-41, black and white, and E-6 slide film development. Customers can expect their developed film to be ready within a standard turnaround time of three to five days.

Key facts

• E-6 specialist
  Processes E-6 slide film — one of 10 labs in Melbourne still running E-6.
• Price vs market
  C-41 develop+scan at A$17/roll/roll — 6% below the Melbourne median of A$18 (17 priced labs sampled).
• Specialties
  Lists the following specialties: C-41/B&W/E-6/ECN-2, 24/7 dropbox, 1-day C-41 turnaround, optional archival darkroom prints, 60-day storage.
• Pricing source
  Pricing data sourced from fstop8filmlab.com (last verified 2026-03-29).
• Nearby alternatives
  Other Melbourneoptions to compare: Irohas Photo Film Lab (A$17.00/roll); Vanbar Imaging Thornbury (19.0); Halide Supply (A$18.0).

How to decide if this lab fits your roll

• Compare the bundled scan price, not just develop-only pricing, because delivered scan cost is what most film shooters actually pay.
• This listing is flagged for same-day service, which makes it a stronger choice when turnaround matters.
• Walk-in is marked as accepted, making it suitable for local drop-off and pickup.
• E-6 support is flagged; slide-film shooters should still confirm current E-6 schedule before ordering.
• 120 medium-format support is flagged, useful if you shoot roll film beyond 35mm.

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