CSW Film Systems
Closed today
215 N Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661
★★★★★4.9(83 reviews)
Key facts
- E-6 specialistProcesses E-6 slide film — one of 3 labs in Chicago still running E-6.
- Price vs marketC-41 develop+scan at $8.35/roll/roll — 54% below the Chicago median of $18 (6 priced labs sampled).
- Equipment notesReported equipment: Imacon Flextight, Epson V850, Digital Capture.
- Pricing sourcePricing data sourced from findmyfilmlab.com.
- Nearby alternativesOther Chicagooptions to compare: Bellows Film Lab Chicago ($19.00/roll); Latitude Chicago ($18/roll); Our Days Photo and Film ($18.50/roll).
Listing evidence
Directory status
Listed for verification / outreach
Location context
Chicago, United States — address on file
Service coverage
C41, B&W, E6, 120
C-41 price signal
Standard scan $8.35/roll
Turnaround
Same Day / Next Day
Order method
Mail-in accepted
Google review signal
4.9/5 from 83 reviews
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.
- Mail-in is marked as accepted, so it may work even if you are outside the immediate neighbourhood.
- E-6 support is flagged; slide-film shooters should still confirm current E-6 schedule before ordering.
- 120 medium-format support is flagged, useful if you shoot roll film beyond 35mm.
Services
✓C41
✓B&W
✓E6
✓120
Pricing
| Film Type | Dev Only | Dev + Std Scan |
|---|---|---|
| C-41 Color | — | $8.35/roll |
◆ Dev + Scan
Equipment
- Imacon Flextight, Epson V850, Digital Capture
Mail-in
✓ AcceptedOpening Hours· CLOSED
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun (today) | Closed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does film developing cost at CSW Film Systems?
CSW Film Systems charges $8.35/roll per roll for C-41 color film developing including scanning. Prices may change — check their website for the latest pricing.
What film types does CSW Film Systems develop?
CSW Film Systems develops: C-41 color negative film, black and white film, E-6 slide/reversal film, 120 medium format film.
Does CSW Film Systems accept mail-in orders?
Yes, CSW Film Systems accepts mail-in film orders. You can post your film to them for developing and scanning.
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