WALKENS House of Film
338 Brunswick St, Fitzroy, VIC 3065, Australia
About
WALKENS House of Film is an independent film photography store and developing lab located in Melbourne, Australia. They offer C-41, black and white, and E-6 film developing and scanning services, supporting 35mm, 110, 120, and APS formats, committed to providing affordable film supplies and a convenient
Key facts
- EquipmentUses Noritsu, Frontier for scanning.
- HistoryOperating in Melbourne since 2015.
- E-6 specialistProcesses E-6 slide film — one of 10 labs in Melbourne still running E-6.
- Price vs marketC-41 develop+scan at 16.0/roll — 11% below the Melbourne median of A$18 (17 priced labs sampled).
- SpecialtiesLists the following specialties: Full-frame scans (35mm), Sprocket scans (35mm & 120), TIFF scans, Push/Pull processing (B&W +A$3, E-6 +A$10), Half-frame scans, 110/126/APS format processing..
- Pricing sourcePricing data sourced from walkens.com.au (last verified 2026-04-26).
- Nearby alternativesOther Melbourneoptions to compare: Irohas Photo Film Lab (A$17.00/roll); Vanbar Imaging Thornbury (19.0); Halide Supply (A$18.0).
Listing evidence
We do not infer missing prices or services. Unknown fields are shown as unconfirmed so photographers can verify directly before dropping off or mailing film.
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.
- Turnaround is currently stored as Next Day; confirm current queue times before dropping off time-sensitive rolls.
- Mail-in is marked as accepted, so it may work even if you are outside the immediate neighbourhood.
- 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.
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Services
Pricing
| Film Type | Dev Only | Dev + Std Scan | Dev + Hi-Res Scan |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-41 Color | A$11.00/roll | 16.0 | 23.0 |
| Black & White | — | 30.0 | A$30.00/roll |
| E-6 Slide | — | 30.0 | A$30.00/roll |
| Scan Only | A$9.00/roll | A$13.00/roll |
C-41, B&W, E-6 prices are for 35mm & 120 format. Scan Only prices are for uncut negatives. Cut negatives scan only: Standard A$14, Hi-Res A$18. E-6 Hi-Res Scans for mounted slides: A$2/slide (Minimum charge A$20).
◆ Dev + Scan
◆ Hi-Res Scan
Last verified: 26 Apr 2026
Specialties
- ✦Full-frame scans (35mm), Sprocket scans (35mm & 120), TIFF scans, Push/Pull processing (B&W +A$3, E-6 +A$10), Half-frame scans, 110/126/APS format processing.
| Mon (today) | Monday: Closed |
| Tue | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wed | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thu | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Fri | Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sat | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sun | Sunday: Closed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does film developing cost at WALKENS House of Film?
WALKENS House of Film charges 16.0 per roll for C-41 color film developing including scanning. C-41, B&W, E-6 prices are for 35mm & 120 format. Scan Only prices are for uncut negatives. Cut negatives scan only: Standard A$14, Hi-Res A$18. E-6 Hi-Res Scans for mounted slides: A$2/slide (Minimum charge A$20). Prices may change — check their website for the latest pricing.
How long does film developing take at WALKENS House of Film?
WALKENS House of Film typically has a next day turnaround for standard film processing. Standard processing takes Approx. 8-10 business days for standard lab turnaround. Express Service: C-41 (1 Business Day), B&W (2 Business Days), E-6 (3 Business Days). Full-frame & Sprocket Scans: C-41 (2 Business Days), B&W (3 Business Days). E6 jobs take slightly longer due to low volume for careful batch processing.. Check with the lab for current wait times.
What film types does WALKENS House of Film develop?
WALKENS House of Film develops: C-41 color negative film, black and white film, E-6 slide/reversal film, 120 medium format film.
Does WALKENS House of Film accept mail-in orders?
Yes, WALKENS House of Film accepts mail-in film orders. You can post your film to them for developing and scanning.