Film & Photo Scanning in Sydney & Wollongong
We scan film negatives, slides, prints and artwork at our Alexandria (Sydney) and Wollongong labs, using advanced equipment like the Noritsu HS-1800 and Hasselblad Flextight X5. Precision colour and detail, customised to your needs, with mail-in available Australia-wide.
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Negative, Slide & Photo Scanning
Bring your memories into the digital age. Drop off at either store or mail your film and photos to us from anywhere in Australia.
Film Negative Scanning
35mm • 120 • Large FormatColour and black & white negatives scanned by the roll or as individual frames, from everyday 35mm to 4x5 sheet film. Old negatives welcome, no matter their age. See roll pricing.
Slide Scanning
E-6 • Mounted SlidesE-6 positive film and mounted slides scanned to vivid, true-to-original digital files, as single frames or full collections. Perfect for rescuing the family slide carousel. See frame pricing.
Photo & Print Scanning
Up to A3Old family photos, prints and artwork digitised with archival care, including colour correction and dust removal, ready to share and reprint. See photo scanning.
Output Resolutions Explained
Every scan is delivered in one of two standard resolutions. Choose based on how you intend to use your files.
Standard Resolution
JPEGShort side: 8" (2400px) @ 300dpi JPEG. Approx 5.2MB file size. Perfect for web, social and small prints.
High Resolution
16-BIT TIFFShort side: 16" (4800px) @ 300dpi 8-bit TIFF. Approx 85MB file size. Ideal for large prints and archival use.
Film Roll Scanning Uncut Roll
Colour negative, black & white and E-6 slide film scanned as a full uncut roll. Add cutting or TIFF output for a small surcharge. Undeveloped film? Start with our develop and scan service.
| Format | Standard | High Res | Cut Roll | TIFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35mm | $15 | $37 | +$5 | +$5 |
| 120 / 220 | $15 | $37 | +$5 | +$5 |
| APS | $15 | $37 | +$5 | +$5 |
| 110 / 126 | $35 | NA | +$5 | +$5 |
Prices are per roll.
Individual Frame Scanning – Negatives & Slides
Select and scan individual negatives or mounted slides at your chosen resolution.
| Output Size (Short Side) | Approx File Size | Price Per Frame |
|---|---|---|
| 8" – 300DPI (2400px) | 5MB JPEG | $8 |
| 16" – 300DPI (4800px) | 85MB TIFF | $16 |
* This service covers negatives and mounted slides in all formats up to 8x10.
Full Rebate Individual Frames
We will scan an individual frame of your choosing and include the full rebate, complete for a finished scan. Ideal for showcasing the entire negative including sprockets and film edges.
- Final File: 8" (Short Side) TIFF
- File Size: Approx 75MB+ depending on format
- Includes: Full rebate & finished scan
| Format | Price Per Frame |
|---|---|
| 35mm | $10 |
| 120 | $36 |
| 4×5 | $38 |
Digital Contact Sheet
A single digital contact sheet of your entire roll for easy reference and selection.
| Output Size (Short Side) | Approx File Size | Price Per Roll |
|---|---|---|
| 8" – 300DPI (2400px) | 5MB JPEG | $22 |
| 16" – 300DPI (4800px) | 85MB TIFF | $38 |
Hasselblad Flextight X5 Scanning
The highest-resolution film scanning we offer. The Flextight X5 resolves every last detail in your negative. You'll see the difference when you print big.
Choose RAW 3F for total control: Hasselblad's uncompressed native file, straight off the scanner. Or our Finished scan: a print-ready, colour-graded and dust-spotted AdobeRGB 16-Bit TIFF.
- Dmax 4.9: huge dynamic range that holds shadow and highlight detail to full capacity.
- Glass-free optical path with patented "virtual drum" focusing and a Rodenstock lens: sharper edge to edge than any flatbed.
Hasselblad Flextight X5 Scan Sizes & Pricing
Choose RAW 3F for full control, or a Finished 16-Bit TIFF ready to print.
| Film Format | Scan Resolution | Approx. Pixel Dimensions | Approx. Max Print Size | Approx. File Size* | RAW 3F | Finished TIFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35mm | 6300 PPI | 8,929 × 5,953 px | 37 × 25 in | 300MB | $8 | $35 |
| XPAN | 6300 PPI | 16,122 × 5,953 px | 67 × 25 in | 600MB | $8 | $35 |
| 6×4.5 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 5,291 px | 29 × 22 in | 380MB | $8 | $37 |
| 6×6 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 7,055 px | 29 × 29 in | 330MB | $8 | $38 |
| 6×7 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 8,693 px | 29 × 36 in | 380MB | $8 | $38 |
| 6×8 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 9,575 px | 29 × 40 in | 490MB | $8 | $38 |
| 6×9 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 10,583 px | 29 × 44 in | 490MB | $8 | $38 |
| 6×12 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 14,110 px | 29 × 59 in | 650MB | $8 | $42 |
| 6×17 | 3200 PPI | 7,055 × 21,165 px | 29 × 88 in | 926MB | $8 | $44 |
| 4×5 | 2040 PPI | 7,630 × 9,638 px | 32 × 40 in | 480MB | $8 | $44 |
Individually cut 35mm frames can be scanned at up to 8000 PPI, producing an image of approximately 11,339 × 7,559 pixels, a maximum print size of approximately 47 × 31 inches.
The Flextight X5 supports up to 8000 PPI for 35mm film, 3200 PPI for medium-format film and 2040 PPI for 4×5 film, with 16-bit colour output.
Note for Mac users: FlexColor (required to open 3F files) runs on 32-bit systems only. macOS Catalina and later won't run it, so we recommend a Windows PC for 3F work. Tutorial: Opening 3F Files in FlexColor. No compatible system? Choose the Finished TIFF option instead.
* File sizes are approximate and based on colour images. Black-and-white files are generally smaller. Actual pixel dimensions and file sizes may vary slightly according to the exposed film area, cropping, film holder and image content.
Prices are per frame.
Photo, Print & Artwork Scanning
Digitise old family photos, prints and artwork up to A3, using a flatbed scanner or copy stand depending on your original's size. Our archival scans include colour correction, dusting and minor spot healing so they're ready for reproduction and print output.
If your original print or artwork is heavily damaged and requires further retouching, we can provide you with a quote.
Photo & Artwork Scanning Pricing
Reflective scanning up to A3, colour corrected and print-ready.
| Output Size (Short Side) | Approx File Size | Price Per Scan |
|---|---|---|
| 8" – 300DPI (2400px) | 5MB JPEG | $26 |
| 16" – 300DPI (4800px) | 85MB TIFF | $48 |
Scan With Us in Sydney or Wollongong
Walk in with your negatives, slides or photos, or post them to us from anywhere in Australia.
Sydney Store
338-356 Mitchell Road
Alexandria 2015 NSW
Wollongong Store
Suite 30/157 Crown Street
Wollongong 2500 NSW
Mail In
Fill out the order form, pack your film or photos safely, and post them to us. We'll email your scans.
Scanning FAQs
Can you scan old negatives, even without the original prints?
Yes. If your film was already developed, we can scan the negatives no matter how old they are, from last year's 35mm to decades-old 120 and large format sheets. Undeveloped film goes through our develop and scan service first.
Do you scan mounted slides?
Yes. Mounted slides are scanned as individual frames, and for the highest quality we can scan them on the Hasselblad Flextight X5. Bring in a handful or the whole family carousel.
Can you scan old family photos and prints?
Yes. We scan photos, prints and artwork up to A3 with archival care, including colour correction, dusting and minor spot healing. Heavily damaged originals can be quoted for further retouching.
How much does film scanning cost?
Roll scanning starts at $15 per roll for 35mm, 120 and APS. Individual negatives and slides start at $8 per frame, full rebate scans from $10 per frame, premium Hasselblad X5 scans start at $35 per frame finished, and photo scanning starts at $26 per print. Full pricing tables are on this page.
How do I receive my scan files?
We upload your scans to the cloud and send a download link to your email. If you have a large collection or prefer a physical copy, we can save the files to a USB drive. Bring your own USB or purchase one from us in store.
Can I order prints from my scans?
Yes. Order prints from your scans at any time through our print portal, from classic 4x6 prints to large fine art prints, printed in-house at our Sydney and Wollongong labs.