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The Film Lab by Contact Photo
51 Porter Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Fast and reliable choice for film processing and prints, plus scan services.
What this shop offers
Every line below is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews of The Film Lab by Contact Photo, or from the shop's own website. Call ahead if a specific job matters.
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Develops film 5 mentions
“Contact does an immaculate job of film development, scans and staffing, Jorge the owner is a brilliant human and also their tap water is outstanding.”
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Classes & workshops 2 mentions
“) photographers featuring exhibitions, workshops, and other events.”
What photographers highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of The Film Lab by Contact Photo.
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Fast turnaround 4 mentions
“Really quick turnaround on development and prints, faster than anywhere else I've been in NYC.”
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Film in stock 2 mentions
“I have not shot film in well over a decade so I decided to pick up a used Canon Rebel GII for a no fuss - stress free Summer.”
Film developing at The Film Lab by Contact Photo
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 | Yes — film is processed on 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 | $7 a roll |
Brands mentioned at The Film Lab by Contact Photo
Photographic brands named on the shop's own site or in customer reviews. Stock moves — call before making a trip for a specific body or lens.
What customers say
The Film Lab by Contact Photo is great. I really appreciate the folks who work here. Everytime I’ve gone in they have been kind, helped me understand my camera/film. As advertised they process film so fast and drop off and pick is fast as well. I recommend to anyone whether experienced with film or new to it.
Been meaning to write this for a while but everyone at Contact Photo is absolutely amazing. I've gotten almost all of my personal and professional work developed here over the last few years and the quality, price, turnaround time, and experience is 10/10.
Contact Photo Lab has been my home for the past five years. I have learned all about film photography here through the incredible community of volunteers and customers. Whether you are a hobbyist or professional photographer, this is the film lab for you.
I really like this place, been going to them for 2 ish years have gotten probably like 50+ rolls developed. They haven’t let me down. They have a pretty fab turn around. Some days my film is ready within one hour and other days about 2-3 days max.
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–5 PM |
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