Sydney has one of Australia's strongest film photography communities, and the city's lab scene reflects it. With 15 qualified labs in the live directory across the metro area — from Haymarket and Surry Hills to Newtown and the Northern Beaches — finding a lab that fits your workflow is straightforward whether you're shooting colour negative, black and white, or slide film.
Prices for C-41 develop and scan start from A$17/roll, with most labs sitting in the A$19–$27 range. Turnaround varies from same-day to about a week depending on the lab and film type. Below is an editorial shortlist of Sydney labs to consider; use the live directory for the full current comparison.
Our Top Pick
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Quick Price Comparison
| Lab | C-41 Dev+Scan | Scan Quality | Rating | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irohas Photo Film Lab | A$17/roll | Hi-Res Default | ⭐ 5.0 | Haymarket |
| SydneySuper8 | A$17/roll | Standard | ⭐ 4.7 | Newtown |
| Do Film! Lab | A$19/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$22) | ⭐ 4.7 | Darlinghurst |
| The Light Room | A$19/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$20) | ⭐ 5.0 | Surry Hills |
| Pixel Perfect | A$19/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$3) | ⭐ 4.8 | Ultimo |
| Kodak Express | A$19.95/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$5) | ⭐ 4.8 | Haymarket |
| Georges Cameras | A$20/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$7) | ⭐ 4.1 | CBD |
| Rewind Photo Lab | A$20/roll | Standard (Hi-Res +$18.50) | ⭐ 4.8 | Alexandria |
Why Irohas stands out on price: Their A$17/roll is a Hi-Res Default price — hi-res scanning is included as standard. Most other Sydney labs charge A$19–$20 for standard scans, then add A$3–$22 extra for hi-res. When comparing like-for-like (develop + hi-res scan), Irohas is significantly cheaper than every other lab in the city.
Use This Editorial Shortlist vs the Live Sydney Directory
Use this article when you want a quick editorial view of notable Sydney labs, especially if you are comparing Irohas, SydneySuper8, Rewind, Do Film!, The Light Room, Pixel Perfect, Georges, Fotolab, Ted's, Kodak Express, and other familiar names.
For the current source-backed comparison across all 15 qualified Sydney listings — live lab count, addresses, service badges, pricing evidence, opening-hour signals, and nearby alternatives — use the Sydney film developing directory. If you are still deciding what matters most, start with the lab selection checklist, then compare the live Sydney listings before dropping off film.
Check the Live Details Before You Drop Off
This article is an editorial shortlist, not the canonical live dataset. Before you drop off or mail in film, verify current prices, scan-size tiers, C-41/B&W/E-6 schedules, rush cutoffs, opening hours, and drop-off or mail-in instructions on the live Sydney directory, the linked lab detail pages, or each lab's own service and ordering pages.
If you spot a stale price, changed service, moved address, closed counter, or new mail-in option, send the correction through Submit a Film Lab Update so we can review it against source evidence before updating the directory.
Tips for Getting Film Developed in Sydney
Same-day processing: Irohas is your best bet — drop off C-41 before 3pm and pick up the same evening.
Best value: Irohas and SydneySuper8 both offer C-41 at A$17/roll — the lowest price in Sydney for develop and scan.
E-6 slide film: Irohas, Rewind, Do Film!, The Light Room, Pixel Perfect, and Fotolab all process E-6. Allow extra turnaround time (typically 5–7 business days).
Mail-in from outside Sydney: Most labs accept mail-in orders from anywhere in Australia. Pack your rolls in a padded envelope with your name, email, and the process you need. Scans are returned digitally.
Medium format (120): All the top-rated labs handle 120 film. Pricing is usually the same as 35mm for developing, though hi-res scanning may cost more.
Prices and ratings were last verified in April 2026. See individual lab pages for the most current information.