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Strap Film Lab
1415 E University Dr A-104, Tempe, AZ 85288
What this shop offers
Every line below is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews of Strap Film Lab, or from the shop's own website. Call ahead if a specific job matters.
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Develops film 5 mentions
“I am very grateful that I live just down the road from this place, it has been my go-to film developing place since I’ve moved here and gotten into film photography.”
What photographers highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of Strap Film Lab.
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Knowledgeable staff 5 mentions
“Dropping off is very straight forward and the staff are very helpful and knowledgeable about what you need.”
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Fast turnaround 5 mentions
“The quality is amazing, the photos come back usually same day if you drop off early in the morning, and the best part is they charge less than anywhere else I’ve found.”
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Great for beginners 3 mentions
“As a complete beginner to film photography, I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with Strap.”
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Film in stock 2 mentions
“Great prices and they do have film in stock(even hard to find ones👀)”
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Good prices 2 mentions
Film developing at Strap Film Lab
What we could verify about how film is handled here. Blank lines mean the shop hasn't published it — not that the answer is no.
| Developed in-house | Not stated on their site |
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| Scanners | Not stated on their site |
| Turnaround | Not stated on their site |
| Negatives returned | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest developing price found | $15.99 a roll |
What customers say
I almost never write reviews, but its absolutely necessary that I write one for Strap Film Lab. Their turnaround time is unbelievably fast and great quality. I haven’t had a single issue getting my photos back. What really makes them stand out is their incredibly kind and cheerful demeanor.
As a complete beginner to film photography, I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with Strap. From walking me through buying my first camera, teaching me to load the film, and subsequently unloading it, everyone has been beyond helpful and kind.
Run. Do not walk, to Strap. Let’s be honest, in the world of developing, there a good labs and there are bad ones. Strap is a great one. Not only do they have the best people behind the counter (artists themselves who care about your work) but some of the fastest turnarounds I know.
Excellent experience. High quality and very customer friendly. We found an undeveloped roll of film from the early 90s and a bunch of negatives ranging from the early 50s - 80s.
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–4 pm |
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