The Black and White Box
127B Newton Road, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
About
The Black and White Box is an Auckland-based film lab specializing in processing and scanning a wide range of film formats, from 35mm to large format. They offer C-41, B&W, E-6, and ECN-2 services with a focus on quality and consistency, utilizing professional equipment like the Fuji Frontier SP-3000 and Noritsu HS-1800.
Services
Pricing
| Film Type | Dev Only | Dev + Std Scan | Dev + Hi-Res Scan |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-41 Color | NZ$14.00/roll | NZ$24.00/roll | NZ$28.00/roll |
| Black & White | — | NZ$30.00/roll | NZ$34.00/roll |
| E-6 Slide | — | NZ$36.00/roll | NZ$40.00/roll |
| Scan Only | NZ$16.00/roll | NZ$20.00/roll |
Original tiers: 'Develop Only', 'Develop + BIG Scan', 'Develop + BIGGER Scan', 'Develop + TIFF Scan'. BIG Scan (Standard) is 3600px x 2400px JPEG, scanned with Fuji Frontier SP-3000 by default. Perfect for web use or printing up to 8″ x 12″. BIGGER Scan (Hi-Res) is 6770px x 4400px JPEG, scanned with Noritsu HS-1800 by default. These can print easily to A3/12″ x 18″+. TIFF Scans are the same resolution as BIGGER scans, provided in an uncompressed TIFF file (Ultra). 120 format prices are the same as 35mm for C-41, B&W, E-6, ECN-2. Large Format (4x5, 5x7/8x10) develop only prices are listed per sheet. Scan Only prices: Un-Cut Roll: BIG NZ$16, BIGGER NZ$20, TIFF NZ$26. Cut Roll: BIG NZ$20, BIGGER NZ$24, TIFF NZ$30. Alternate Formats (APS, 110, 127, 126, Souped) Develop Only NZ$24, Develop + BIG Scan NZ$48, Develop + BIGGER Scan NZ$52, Develop + TIFF Scan NZ$58. Contact Sheets: Digital Contact Sheet: 40 Megapixel NZ$25, 150 Megapixel NZ$35. Resolution of these scans is 10000px x 12500px. Mounted Slide Scanning (Noritsu HS-1800): BIG from NZ$10, BIGGER from NZ$15, TIFF from NZ$20 (prices decrease with quantity).
◆ Dev + Scan
◆ Hi-Res Scan
Last verified: 5 Apr 2026
Specialties
- ✦Pushing/Pulling (C41 +NZ$2.50/stop, BW +NZ$4/stop, E6 +NZ$10/stop), Half Frame Film (+NZ$5/roll), Souped film processing, Digital Contact Sheets, Mounted Slide Scanning
Equipment
- Kreonite Dip and Dunk processor (C-41), Jobo ATL-3 (E-6), Fuji Frontier SP-3000 (C-41 scanning), Noritsu HS-1800 (B&W, E-6, 120 scanning, mounted slides)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does film developing cost at The Black and White Box?
The Black and White Box charges NZ$24.00/roll per roll for C-41 color film developing including scanning. Original tiers: 'Develop Only', 'Develop + BIG Scan', 'Develop + BIGGER Scan', 'Develop + TIFF Scan'. BIG Scan (Standard) is 3600px x 2400px JPEG, scanned with Fuji Frontier SP-3000 by default. Perfect for web use or printing up to 8″ x 12″. BIGGER Scan (Hi-Res) is 6770px x 4400px JPEG, scanned with Noritsu HS-1800 by default. These can print easily to A3/12″ x 18″+. TIFF Scans are the same resolution as BIGGER scans, provided in an uncompressed TIFF file (Ultra). 120 format prices are the same as 35mm for C-41, B&W, E-6, ECN-2. Large Format (4x5, 5x7/8x10) develop only prices are listed per sheet. Scan Only prices: Un-Cut Roll: BIG NZ$16, BIGGER NZ$20, TIFF NZ$26. Cut Roll: BIG NZ$20, BIGGER NZ$24, TIFF NZ$30. Alternate Formats (APS, 110, 127, 126, Souped) Develop Only NZ$24, Develop + BIG Scan NZ$48, Develop + BIGGER Scan NZ$52, Develop + TIFF Scan NZ$58. Contact Sheets: Digital Contact Sheet: 40 Megapixel NZ$25, 150 Megapixel NZ$35. Resolution of these scans is 10000px x 12500px. Mounted Slide Scanning (Noritsu HS-1800): BIG from NZ$10, BIGGER from NZ$15, TIFF from NZ$20 (prices decrease with quantity). Prices may change — check their website for the latest pricing.
How long does film developing take at The Black and White Box?
The Black and White Box typically has a 1 week turnaround for standard film processing. Standard processing takes E-6 runs once a week on Wednesdays. Other turnaround times are available via a 'Click here for our current turnaround times' link, but not directly on this page.. Check with the lab for current wait times.
What film types does The Black and White Box develop?
The Black and White Box develops: C-41 color negative film, black and white film, E-6 slide/reversal film, 120 medium format film, large format film.
Does The Black and White Box accept mail-in orders?
Yes, The Black and White Box accepts mail-in film orders. You can post your film to them for developing and scanning.