Halide Express

Halide Express

Same-Day Service

Shop 5a/200 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

4.8(80 reviews)

About

Halide Express is a highly-rated film lab situated in the heart of Melbourne's Chinatown, offering specialized processing for C-41, black and white, and E-6 slide film, including the 120 format. This Melbourne establishment, which boasts a 4.8-star rating from eighty customer reviews, prides itself on providing high-quality and affordable services as the sister location to Collingwood's Halide Supply. Despite the comprehensive services offered, the lab currently lists no specific turnaround times for its film processing options.

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Services

C‑41
B&W
E‑6
Scan
120

Pricing

Film TypeDev OnlyDev + Std ScanDev + Hi-Res Scan
C-41 ColorA$10/rollA$18/rollA$18/roll
Black & WhiteA$25/rollA$25/roll
E-6 SlideA$35/rollA$35/roll

Same pricing as Halide Supply (same operation). C-41 35mm $18, 120 $22. B&W $25. E-6 $35. Dev only C-41 $10.

◆ Dev + Scan

◆ Hi-Res Scan

Last verified: 30 Mar 2026

Specialties

  • Hi-Res scan as default
  • C-41/B&W/E-6/ECN-2
  • 35mm & 120
  • China Town Melbourne location
  • sister lab to Halide Supply

Equipment

  • High resolution scanner (Hi-Res default — same standard as Halide Supply)
Turnaround
Same Day
Mail-in
✗ Not available
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does film developing cost at Halide Express?

Halide Express charges A$18/roll per roll for C-41 color film developing including scanning. Same pricing as Halide Supply (same operation). C-41 35mm $18, 120 $22. B&W $25. E-6 $35. Dev only C-41 $10. Prices may change — check their website for the latest pricing.

How long does film developing take at Halide Express?

Halide Express typically has a same day turnaround for standard film processing. Standard processing takes C-41: 1 business day; B&W: 5-7 days; E-6: ~14 days. Check with the lab for current wait times.

What film types does Halide Express develop?

Halide Express develops: C-41 color negative film, black and white film, E-6 slide/reversal film, 120 medium format film.

Does Halide Express accept mail-in orders?

Halide Express currently does not accept mail-in orders. Visit them in person at Shop 5a/200 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.

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