Open Lab

Open Lab

28 Hotham St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

★★★★★5.0(20 reviews)
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About

Open Lab is a highly-rated film processing service in Collingwood, Melbourne, boasting a five-star average from twenty customer reviews. They offer a range of services including C-41, black and white, and E-6 slide processing, accommodating formats up to 120. While color negative film has a quick two-business-day turnaround, black and white and sheet film processing currently takes approximately one week.

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Services

✓C‑41
✓B&W
✓E‑6
✓Scan
✓120
✓LF

Pricing

Film TypeDev OnlyDev + Std ScanDev + Hi-Res Scan
C-41 ColorA$10/rollA$17/rollA$22/roll
Black & White—A$23/rollA$30/roll
E-6 Slide—A$30/rollA$35/roll
Scan OnlyA$10/rollA$15/roll (uncut), A$20/roll (cut)

Same price 35mm/120/disposable. Rush +A$10. TIFF +A$10. ECN-2 Dev+Scan A$30, Hi-Res A$35.

◆ Dev + Scan

◆ Hi-Res Scan

Last verified: 29 Mar 2026

Specialties

  • ✦C-41/B&W/E-6/ECN-2
  • ✦35mm+120
  • ✦Noritsu HS-1800+Fuji Frontier
  • ✦24/7 dropbox
  • ✦custom scan settings

Equipment

  • Noritsu HS-1800
  • Fuji Frontier
Turnaround
1-2 Days
Mail-in
✓ Accepted
Opening Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does film developing cost at Open Lab?

Open Lab charges A$17/roll per roll for C-41 color film developing including scanning. Same price 35mm/120/disposable. Rush +A$10. TIFF +A$10. ECN-2 Dev+Scan A$30, Hi-Res A$35. Prices may change — check their website for the latest pricing.

How long does film developing take at Open Lab?

Open Lab typically has a 1-2 days turnaround for standard film processing. Standard processing takes C-41: 2 business days; B&W/E-6/ECN-2: 1 week. Check with the lab for current wait times.

What film types does Open Lab develop?

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

Does Open Lab accept mail-in orders?

Yes, Open Lab accepts mail-in film orders. You can post your film to them for developing and scanning.

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