There’s something special about seeing what’s on a finished roll. Bring yours to Looking Glass Photo for film developing, digital scans, and prints, with help choosing the options that fit your photographs. We offer processing for 35mm, disposable cameras, and 120 film, plus specialty formats. Order and pay online for a quicker drop-off, or bring your film to our Berkeley store and we’ll help you get started.
Developing from $10 per roll
35mm or 120 developing + standard scans from $19.
Scans generally ready in 3–6 days
Prints and negatives generally ready for pickup in about a week.
Drop off at 2095 Rose Street
Berkeley · Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Start with your film format
Choose your film type and processing options on the order page. Online payment gets your order started; you’ll still need to bring your film to the store.
35mm & disposable cameras
For 35mm color negative, black-and-white, or E-6 slide film, and single-use cameras. Choose developing only or add scans and prints.
Developing from $10
35mm developing + standard scans from $19.
120 medium-format film
For 120 color negative, black-and-white, or E-6 slide film. Choose developing only or add scans and a full-roll set of prints.
Developing from $10
Developing + standard scans from $19.
Have 110, 220, sheet film, or a specialty request? Bring it in or contact us so we can confirm the right service, price, and timing.
How film processing works
- Choose what you’d like. Order developing only, add digital scans, or include prints. You can pay online or order with us in the store.
- Bring us your film. Drop off during store hours. If you ordered online, have your order number ready so we can match it to your film. Bring the whole disposable camera; leave opening it to us.
- Enjoy your scans. If you ordered scans, they’re generally ready in 3–6 days. We’ll email you a download link so you can view and save your photographs.
- Pick up your film and prints. Negatives and any prints you ordered are generally ready shortly after your scans, usually in about a week. We’ll call you directly when they’re available for pickup.
Specialty services may take longer. Have a deadline? Tell us when you drop off so we can discuss the timing.
First roll? You don’t need to know all the terminology. Bring it in and tell us whether you’d like photographs on your phone, prints to hold, or both.
Developing, scans, or prints?
Developing only
Have your exposed film processed and your negatives returned uncut at no extra charge. A useful choice if you scan your own film or make your own darkroom prints.
Developing + scans
Get digital versions of your photographs for viewing, sharing, editing, or printing. Choose your scan resolution, then your file format. We’ll send your scans by email as a download link.
Developing + prints
Enjoy a full-roll set of photographs you can hold, share, and put in an album. Choose 4×6 prints from 35mm film, or 4×4 prints from 120. Print packages are available with or without scans.
Help choosing your options
Tell us what you’d like to do with your photographs. We’ll help you choose a scan or print option that makes sense for you.
Choosing your scan resolution and file format
Standard scans are our most popular choice for everyday viewing, sharing, and keeping your photographs.
High-resolution scans give you larger files for editing, cropping, printing, and archiving.
| Film format | Standard | High-resolution |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm | 2075 × 3130 px | 4492 × 6774 px |
| 120 square frames | Approx. 2400 × 2400 px | Approx. 4800 × 4800 px |
For other 120 frame shapes, ask us about scan dimensions. Print quality depends on your original photograph and the print size.
JPG or TIFF? JPG is included with either scan resolution. TIFF is a separate $5 upgrade per roll. Choose your resolution first, then select the file format that suits your workflow.
Film processing questions
When and how will I receive my scans?
Scans are generally ready in 3–6 days. We’ll send a download link to your email address so you can view and save your photographs.
When can I pick up my negatives and prints?
Negatives and any prints you ordered are generally available shortly after your scans, usually in about a week. We’ll call you directly when they’re ready for pickup. Specialty services may take longer.
Your negatives are available uncut at no extra charge. If you’d like them cut, please ask Looking Glass when placing your order.
Do I have to order online?
No. You’re welcome to bring your film to the store and order with us. Paying online ahead of time can make drop-off quicker.
Is developing the same as scanning?
No. Developing processes the film itself. Scanning creates digital files from the developed film. If you want to view your photographs on a phone or computer, choose an option that includes scans.
Which order page should I use for a disposable camera?
Use 35mm and disposable camera processing, then select “Single use camera.” Bring the entire camera when you drop off.
Can I order E-6 slide-film processing online?
Yes. Select the E-6 option on the 35mm or 120 order page. For 220 or sheet film, arrange your order with us in-store.
What if I don’t know which film or options I have?
Bring your film or camera to the store and we’ll help identify it. If you’re ordering online, contact us with your questions before choosing a service.
Can I get prints from film that’s already developed?
Yes. Ask us about reprints from your negatives, or prints from existing digital image files. We’ll help you work out the size, quantity, and price.
A local place for your love of film
Looking Glass has been part of Berkeley’s photography community since 1971. Our team includes film photographers who can help with your first roll, a new film stock, or a project you’ve been thinking about for a while.
At our Rose Street store, you’ll find film, darkroom supplies, and people to talk with about what you’re making. We welcome photographers from UC Berkeley, Oakland, and throughout the Bay Area.
Bring us your next finished roll
Order ahead, or stop by and we’ll work through the options together.
Looking Glass Photo
2095 Rose Street, at Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709
Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Questions? Call 510-548-6888.