Film Stock Guide
Explore every film stock we develop and scan — from classic Kodak and Ilford to experimental Lomography and motion picture stocks.
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Film Stocks
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Brands
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Processes
Featured Film Stocks
Kodak Professional Portra 400
Kodak Gold 200
Kodak ULTRA MAX 400
Kodak Professional Tri-X 400
CineStill Xpro C-41 800 Tungsten (800T)
Kodak Professional Portra 160
Kodak Professional Portra 800
Fujifilm 400
How We Process Film
Nice Film Club develops every process in-house with professional chemistry and frame-by-frame corrected scanning. Every frame is individually adjusted for optimal density, color, and tone — never batch-processed.
C-41 Color Negative
The standard color negative process. C-41 is the most widely used film development process, producing color negatives that are scanned to create your final images.
E-6 Slide / Reversal
The color reversal (slide film) process. E-6 produces positive transparencies with vibrant, saturated colors. Slides can be projected or scanned.
Black & White
Traditional black and white processing. B&W film produces silver-based negatives with rich tonal range and classic monochrome aesthetics.
ECN-2 Motion Picture
The motion picture film process. ECN-2 is used for cinema film stocks like Kodak Vision3 and CineStill (when processed natively). Nice Film Club is one of the few mail-in labs offering ECN-2 processing.
How to Choose a Film Stock
For Everyday Shooting
Start with Kodak Gold 200 or Ultramax 400 for affordable, forgiving color film. ISO 400 gives you more flexibility in varied lighting.
For Portraits
Kodak Portra 400 is the professional standard — beautiful skin tones and extraordinary exposure latitude. Portra 160 for studio work in bright light.
For Black & White
Ilford HP5 Plus is the most versatile B&W film — pushable to 3200 and forgiving of exposure mistakes. Tri-X for punchier contrast.
For Cinematic Look
CineStill 800T for night/tungsten scenes with halation. For true cinema quality, try Kodak Vision3 with our ECN-2 processing.
For Vivid Color
Kodak Ektar 100 for the most saturated, sharpest color negative. E-6 slide films like Provia and Velvia for transparency-level saturation.
For Low Light
Portra 800 for events and indoor shooting without flash. CineStill 800T for city night photography. Push HP5 or Tri-X to 1600+ for B&W.
AGFA10
Agfa Copex Rapid
Agfa CT Precisa
agfa optima 200
Agfa Pan 400
agfa portrait
Agfa RSX II 200
Agfa Vista
Agfa Vista
Agfa Vista 100
Agfachrome
CineStill8
CineStill 400D
CineStill 400D
Cinestill BWXX
Cinestill BWXX
CineStill Xpro C-41 50 (50D)
CineStill Xpro C-41 50 (50D)
CineStill Xpro C-41 800 Tungsten (800T)
CineStill Xpro C-41 800 Tungsten (800T)
FILM WASHI10
Film Washi A
Film Washi D
Film Washi P
Film Washi P
Film Washi S
Film Washi S
Film Washi V
Film Washi W
Film Washi W
Film Washi Z
Foma Bohemia9
FOMAPAN 100 Classic
FOMAPAN 100 Classic
FOMAPAN 200 Creative
FOMAPAN 200 Creative
FOMAPAN 400 Action
FOMAPAN 400 Action
FOMAPAN R 100
RETROPAN 320 Soft
RETROPAN 320 Soft
Fujifilm41
Fuji Eterna 250D
Fuji Eterna 400T
Fuji Eterna 500T
Fuji F64D
Fuji Industrial
Fuji Quicksnap
Fuji Reala 500D
Fujicolor Press 800
Fujicolor SUPERIA REALA 100
Fujicolor SUPERIA REALA 100
Fujifilm 100D RDP
Fujifilm 200
Fujifilm 400
Fujifilm Fujicolor C200
Fujifilm Fujicolor C200
Fujifilm Fujicolor ISO 100 / Fujifilm Industrial 100
Fujifilm Fujicolor Pro 400H
Fujifilm Fujicolor Pro 400H
Fujifilm Fujicolor SUPERIA Premium 400
Fujifilm Natura
Fujifilm NEOPAN 400CN Professional
Fujifilm NEOPAN 400CN Professional
Fujifilm NEOPAN ACROS 100
Fujifilm NEOPAN ACROS 100
Fujifilm NHG II 800
Fujifilm NHG II 800
Fujifilm NP 400
Fujifilm NPS 160
Fujifilm NPS 160
Fujifilm PROVIA 100F
Fujifilm PROVIA 100F
Fujifilm PROVIA 400F
Fujifilm Reala 100
Fujifilm Reala 100
Fujifilm SUPERIA X-TRA 200
Fujifilm SUPERIA X-TRA 400
Fujifilm SUPERIA X-TRA 800
Fujifilm Velvia 100
Fujifilm Velvia 100
Fujifilm Velvia 50
Fujifilm Velvia 50
Ilford21
ILFORD Delta 100 Professional
ILFORD Delta 100 Professional
ILFORD Delta 3200 Professional
ILFORD Delta 3200 Professional
ILFORD Delta 400 Professional
ILFORD Delta 400 Professional
ILFORD FP4 PLUS
ILFORD FP4 PLUS
ILFORD HP5 PLUS
ILFORD HP5 PLUS
Ilford Ilfocolor 400 Plus
ILFORD Ortho Copy Plus
ILFORD Ortho Copy Plus
ILFORD Pan 100
ILFORD Pan 400
ILFORD PAN F PLUS
ILFORD PAN F PLUS
ILFORD SFX 200
ILFORD SFX 200
ILFORD XP2 Super
ILFORD XP2 Super
Kodak59
Kodak BW Safety Film
Kodak BW400CN
Kodak C41 Safety Film
Kodak ColorPlus 200
Kodak Double X
Kodak EKTACHROME 100+ EPP
Kodak EKTACHROME 160T
Kodak Ektachrome 64
Kodak EKTACHROME 64 EPR
Kodak EKTACHROME E100
Kodak EKTACHROME E100
Kodak EKTACHROME elite 100
Kodak Ektachrome Infrared EIR
Kodak Ektachrome Infrared EIR
Kodak Ektacolor 160
Kodak Ektacolor 160
Kodak Ektacolor 400
Kodak Ektacolor 400
Kodak Ektacolor 800
Kodak Ektacolor 800
Kodak Ektapress Multi Speed PJM
Kodak Fun Saver
Kodak Gold 100
Kodak Gold 200
Kodak Gold 200
Kodak Gold 400
Kodak Gold 800
Kodak GT 800
Kodak HIE 400
Kodak Kodacolor 100
Kodak Kodacolor 200
Kodak PMZ 1000
Kodak Portra 400VC
Kodak Pro Image 100
Kodak Professional Ektar 100
Kodak Professional Ektar 100
Kodak Professional Portra 160
Kodak Professional Portra 160
Kodak Professional Portra 400
Kodak Professional Portra 400
Kodak Professional Portra 800
Kodak Professional Portra 800
KODAK PROFESSIONAL PX 125
Kodak Professional T-MAX 100
Kodak Professional T-MAX 100
Kodak Professional T-MAX 3200
Kodak Professional T-MAX 400
Kodak Professional T-MAX 400
Kodak Professional Tri-X 320
Kodak Professional Tri-X 400
Kodak Professional Tri-X 400
Kodak PXP 125
Kodak Technical Pan 25
Kodak ULTRA MAX 400
Kodak Vericolor Professional 160
Kodak Vision3 200T
Kodak Vision3 250D
Kodak Vision3 500T
Kodak Vision3 50D
Lomography30
Lomography Babylon Kino
Lomography Berlin Kino
Lomography Berlin Kino
Lomography Color Negative 100
Lomography Color Negative 100
Lomography Color Negative 400
Lomography Color Negative 400
Lomography Color Negative 800
Lomography Color Negative 800
Lomography Colour Tiger
Lomography Earl Grey 100
Lomography Earl Grey 100
Lomography Fantome Kino
Lomography Lady Grey 400
Lomography Lady Grey 400
Lomography LomoChrome Color 92
Lomography LomoChrome Metropolis 100-400
Lomography LomoChrome Metropolis 100-400
Lomography LomoChrome Purple XR 100-400 (new formula)
Lomography LomoChrome Purple XR 100-400 (new formula)
Lomography LomoChrome Turquoise 35mm
Lomography Potsdam Kino
Lomography Potsdam Kino
Lomography Redscale 100
Lomography Redscale 100
Lomography Redscale XR 50-200
Lomography Redscale XR 50-200
Lomography XPRO 200
Lomography XPRO Chrome 100
Lomography XPRO Chrome 100
Revolog13
Revolog 460nm
Revolog 600nm
Revolog Kolor
Revolog Kosmos
Revolog Lazer
Revolog Plexus
Revolog Rasp
Revolog Snovolox
Revolog Streak
Revolog Tesla 1
Revolog Tesla II
Revolog Texture
Revolog Volvox
Rollei25
Rollei ATO 2.1
Rollei Chrome CR
Rollei CN 200
Rollei CN 200
Rollei Crossbird
Rollei Crossbird
Rollei Infrared 400
Rollei Infrared 400
Rollei NightBird 800 ISO Redscale
Rollei Ortho 25 plus
Rollei Ortho 25 plus
Rollei R3
Rollei R3 120
Rollei Retro 400S
Rollei Retro 400S
Rollei Retro 80S
Rollei Retro 80S
Rollei RPX 100
Rollei RPX 100
Rollei RPX 25
Rollei RPX 25
Rollei RPX 400
Rollei RPX 400
Rollei Superpan 200
Rollei Superpan 200
SILBERRA9
Silberra PAN100
Silberra PAN100
Silberra PAN160
Silberra PAN160
Silberra PAN200
Silberra PAN200
Silberra U200
Silberra U400
Silberra ULTIMA 100
SVEMA10
Svema Blue Sensitive
SVEMA FN100
SVEMA FN200
SVEMA FN400
Svema FN64
Svema Foto 100
Svema Foto 200
Svema Foto 400
Svema MZ3
Svema Super Positive Film
ULTRAFINE11
Ultrafine Colouruption
Ultrafine Continuous Tone Duplicating Film
Ultrafine Continuous Tone Duplicating Film
Ultrafine High Contrast Ortho Litho Film
Ultrafine High Contrast Ortho Litho Film
Ultrafine Red Dragon Redscale
Ultrafine Ultramax T-Grain 400
Ultrafine Xtreme 100
Ultrafine Xtreme 100
Ultrafine Xtreme 400
Ultrafine Xtreme 400
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From choosing your film to getting your scans — we make the entire process simple, fast, and beautiful.
Step 01
Place Your Order
Choose your film type, scan resolution, and any add-ons. We'll generate a free shipping label for you.
Step 02
Ship Your Film
Print your prepaid label and drop your film in any mailbox. We handle the rest from here.
Step 03
Get Your Images
Receive frame-by-frame corrected scans in a shareable digital gallery with contact sheets and AI tagging.
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"My new favorite lab. Easy to use, great quality, quick turnaround."
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"Nice Film Club has drastically improved the way that I incorporate film into my professional workflow."
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"Seriously love this place!..their scan quality is fantastic. My favorite aspect about using them is their website, they make everything so simple & easy."
@nicefilmclub
"I have fallen in love with this Nice Film Club & I think you should too."
@Jakechams
"I've since had 250 rolls developed and scanned there. I say "working with" rather than "using" because in many ways Nice has been integral to the process of my recent projects.."
@jaye.bartell
"My new favorite lab. Easy to use, great quality, quick turnaround."
@alexavisciusphoto
"Nice Film Club has drastically improved the way that I incorporate film into my professional workflow."
@stevenmschultz
"Seriously love this place!..their scan quality is fantastic. My favorite aspect about using them is their website, they make everything so simple & easy."
@nicefilmclub
"I have fallen in love with this Nice Film Club & I think you should too."
@Jakechams
"I've since had 250 rolls developed and scanned there. I say "working with" rather than "using" because in many ways Nice has been integral to the process of my recent projects.."
@jaye.bartell
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Development & Scanning
C-41, BW, E-6 and ECN-2 Film Development & Hi-Res Noritsu Scans for 35mm and 120 Film
Develop Your FilmFeatures
Hi-Res Scanning / Precision Color & Density Corrections / Free Shipping LabelsDevelopment & Scanning
As a Nice Film Club Member you'll have access to discounts on film services, unlimited hosting for scans and digital customizable Contact Sheets.
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Get the most out of our powerful online platform where members have their very own private secure account made to host scans, organize rolls, share, tag, search, download and so much more.
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Darkroom Printing
Traditional darkroom hand enlargements crafted with precision and care for film photographers.
Darkroom ServicesFeatures
Color Hand Enlargements / B&W Hand Enlargements / Archival Quality Paper / Traditional Darkroom TechniquesDarkroom Printing
Experience the art of traditional darkroom printing with our color and black & white hand enlargement services. Each print is carefully crafted using archival quality paper and traditional darkroom techniques. Members receive discounts on all darkroom prints.
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Film Guide
Film Guide
What film stock should I start with as a beginner?
Best Beginner Films:
- Kodak Gold 200 — Affordable, warm tones, great in daylight
- Kodak Ultramax 400 — Versatile ISO 400 for varied lighting
- Fujifilm Superia X-TRA 400 — Neutral tones, very forgiving
- Kodak ColorPlus 200 — Budget-friendly with pleasant colors
Ready to get started? Browse our Film Stock Guide to explore all available stocks, or order development & scanning for your first roll.
What's the difference between C-41, E-6, and B&W processing?
C-41 (Color Negative):
- The most common film process — used by Portra, Gold, Ektar, etc.
- Produces negatives that are inverted and orange-masked
- Very forgiving of exposure mistakes (±2 stops)
- Fast, affordable processing
- Used by Provia, Velvia, and Ektachrome
- Produces positive transparencies — what you see is the final image
- Extremely vivid, saturated colors
- Requires precise exposure (less forgiving)
- Used by HP5, Tri-X, T-Max, Delta, etc.
- Produces monochrome negatives with rich tonal range
- Very forgiving and pushable to higher ISOs
- Timeless aesthetic for portraits, street, and documentary
What does ISO mean and which should I choose?
Common ISO Ratings:
- ISO 50–100: Fine grain, sharpest detail. Best in bright sunlight, studio, or tripod work. (Ektar 100, Velvia 50)
- ISO 200: Good all-around daylight film with moderate grain. (Kodak Gold 200, ColorPlus 200)
- ISO 400: The most versatile — works indoors and outdoors. Slight grain adds character. (Portra 400, HP5, Tri-X)
- ISO 800+: Best for low light, events, night photography. More visible grain. (Portra 800, CineStill 800T)
Can you develop expired film?
What to know about expired film:
- Color shifts, increased grain, and lower contrast are normal and often desirable
- Film stored in cool/cold conditions ages much better than heat-exposed film
- A general rule: overexpose by 1 stop per decade of expiration
- B&W film ages more gracefully than color film
- Slide film (E-6) is the most sensitive to age — expect more dramatic shifts
Have expired film? Send it to us — we'll take care of it.
What film formats do you accept (35mm, 120)?
35mm Film:
- The most common format — used in SLRs, rangefinders, and point-and-shoots
- 24x36mm frame size, 24 or 36 exposures per roll
- Comes in canisters with a DX code for automatic ISO detection
- We also accept half-frame 35mm (18x24mm)
- Larger frame size for higher resolution and smoother grain
- Used in cameras like Hasselblad, Mamiya, Pentax 67, Holga
- Frame sizes vary: 6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7, 6x9 depending on camera
- Backed with paper — no canister
Browse our Film Stock Guide to see which stocks are available in each format.
Getting Started
Getting Started
What film services do you offer?
Our services include:
- Professional film development (C-41, E-6, Black & White, ECN-2)
- Multiple scanning options (Standard 2K, 4K, and Pro Scans)
- High-quality prints and enlargements
- Convenient mail-in and drop-off options
- Membership plans with substantial savings
Ready to get started? Explore our film development & scanning services to place your order today.
What types of film do you develop?
Standard Films:
- 35mm and 120 color film (C-41 process)
- 35mm and 120 black & white film
- Disposable cameras (color and B&W)
- Slide film (E-6 process)
Specialty Films:
- ECN-2 motion picture film (35mm only)
- Expired films
- Half-frame camera film
If you're unsure about your film type, our experienced team can identify it and recommend the appropriate processing method. Browse our film development services to see all available options.
Do you develop disposable cameras?
When placing your order, select "Some Color Disposable Camera" or "Some BW Disposable Camera" based on your camera type.
For more precise record-keeping, you can search our comprehensive film database by specific brand (such as Fujifilm QuickSnap or Kodak FunSaver) to maintain detailed records of your photography work.
Note: Disposable cameras often create authentic, candid images due to their fixed settings and diverse shooting conditions.
Ready to process your disposables? Visit our disposable camera development page to get started.
What about specialty films like ECN-2?
About ECN-2: This process develops motion picture film stocks like Kodak Vision3, valued by photographers for their distinctive color characteristics and cinematic aesthetic.
Our Process: We collaborate with Kodak Motion Picture Film Lab in Atlanta for specialized ECN-2 processing, then handle scanning at our facility using professional-grade equipment.
Processing Details: ECN-2 development requires approximately 3 weeks and includes an additional $15 per roll fee to cover the specialized handling requirements.
What do your services cost?
Development & Scanning starts at $17.99 per roll and varies based on:
- Film type (C-41, E-6, B&W, ECN-2)
- Scan quality (Standard 2K, 4K, or Pro Scans)
- Additional services (prints, sleeving, rush processing)
Membership Benefits: Members save 20-40% on services with annual plans starting at $199.99/year.
For precise pricing tailored to your specific needs, visit our pricing page or use our interactive price calculator for instant cost estimates.
Scanning
Scanning & Digital Delivery
What scanning options do you offer?
Standard 2K Scans - Optimized for digital sharing and smaller prints
- 2000px on the short side (2000x3000 for 35mm)
- High-quality JPEG files
- TIFF files available as upgrade option
- Suitable for most everyday applications
Standard 4K Scans - Designed for larger prints and professional applications
- Approximately 4492x6775px resolution for 35mm
- 16-bit TIFF files included (typically 100MB+ each)
- Enhanced detail retention and editing flexibility
- Supports enlargements up to 16x24"
Pro Scans - Our premium service featuring custom color correction
- 4K resolution with expert color correction
- Individual attention to each frame
- Collaborative revision process
- Chosen by professional photographers
Ready to order? Choose your scanning options on our film development & scanning page.
Which scanning option is right for me?
Standard 2K is appropriate if you:
- Share photos primarily on social media
- Make prints 8x10" and smaller
- Prefer the most cost-effective option
- Want flexibility to upgrade to TIFF files later
Standard 4K works best if you:
- Make large prints (11x14" and bigger)
- Do extensive photo editing
- Require maximum detail preservation
- Shoot for client work or portfolios
Pro Scans are ideal if you:
- Need custom color matching
- Have specific aesthetic requirements
- Shoot professionally or for exhibitions
- Want collaborative editing involvement
If you're unsure: Standard 2K provides excellent results for most applications, with the option to upgrade resolution later if needed.
What makes Pro Scans special?
Custom Color Work:
- Individual attention to each frame's color and tone
- Custom corrections based on your artistic vision
- Hand-adjusted processing without generic presets
Collaborative Process:
- Submit reference images and specific instructions
- Review initial scans and request adjustments
- Work directly with our scanning technicians
Technical Standards:
- 4K resolution with 16-bit TIFF files included
- Full dynamic range optimization
- Professional-grade color accuracy
Best suited for: Portfolio work, exhibitions, client deliverables, and projects where color accuracy and artistic vision are essential.
For Pro Scans inquiries, contact us at proscans@nicefilmclub.com
What's your approach to scanning?
Technical Excellence: Clean, sharp scans with accurate color reproduction
Data Preservation: We maintain shadow and highlight detail to give you full control during editing
Color Accuracy: Proper color correction that reflects your film's unique characteristics
Creative Flexibility: Scans that provide room for interpretation and personal editing style
Professional Value: High-quality results at accessible pricing
Our Professional Equipment:
- Scanning: Noritsu HS-1800 scanners with daily calibration and color accuracy checks
- Development: Fleet of well-maintained Noritsu V50 roller transport machines
- Chemistry: Fuji chemistry for color processing, Kodak Tmax Developer for black & white
We believe your scans should serve as a faithful starting point for your creative process. Whether you prefer them as-delivered or enjoy extensive post-processing, we provide the optimal foundation for your vision.
Do you scan half-frame cameras?
Compatible cameras: Any half-frame model including Olympus Pen series, Canon Demi, Ricoh Auto Half, and others.
Additional cost: $7.99 per roll for members, $9.99 per roll for non-members
Pricing rationale: Half-frame cameras produce twice the number of exposures per roll (72 instead of 36), requiring double the scanning time and individual attention for each smaller frame.
Results: Properly exposed scans that capture the unique aesthetic of half-frame photography, well-suited for photo books, social media, or artistic projects.
Can you scan the film borders?
35mm Film: Our Noritsu HS-1800 scanner's scanning area doesn't extend wide enough to capture full film rebates (edge text and markings).
120 Film: Yes, we can overscan 120 film to include black borders around your images, providing the classic medium format aesthetic.
Requesting borders: When creating your order, note "please overscan for borders" in the film notes section.
How do I get my scanned images?
Professional Film Photography Platform: Unlike basic online galleries, your scans are hosted on a sophisticated platform we built from the ground up to service film photography workflows.
Intelligent Organization & Search:
- Scans are automatically tagged and easily searchable
- Organized by order, film roll, ISO, and native process
- Find any specific image instantly with advanced filtering
Seamless Workflow Integration:
- Order prints directly from your account with one click
- Generate quick and easy download links for sharing
- Mobile-optimized viewing experience
- Full-resolution files ready for editing or printing
Professional Sharing Tools: Create secure links to share your work with clients, friends, or on social media without requiring account creation.
Notifications: You'll receive both email and SMS alerts when your scans are ready to view on the platform.
Why This Matters: This comprehensive platform creates a completely seamless experience from scan delivery to print ordering - something no other lab offers. It's designed by film photographers, for film photographers.
How long do you store my scans?
Members: Scans remain accessible on our custom platform throughout your active membership period, which can extend for years. This means your entire photo library stays searchable, organized, and available for instant print ordering - we believe your photography should always be accessible when you need it.
Non-Members: Scans are stored for 30 days from the upload date on our platform, providing sufficient time for download and backup.
Platform Benefits During Storage:
- Advanced search and filtering capabilities remain active
- All organizational features (by roll, ISO, process) stay functional
- Direct print ordering available throughout storage period
- Professional sharing tools accessible anytime
Important note: Non-members should download images promptly. We send reminder notifications as your 30-day access window approaches.
Membership consideration: Regular film photographers find membership valuable not only for cost savings but also for indefinite access to their complete, organized photo library on our custom platform.
Ready to upgrade your film photography experience? Compare membership benefits on our pricing page or start your membership today for unlimited scan storage and more.
Do you offer push/pull processing?
What is Push/Pull Processing?
- Push Processing: Overdeveloping film shot at higher ISO than its box speed to compensate for underexposure
- Pull Processing: Underdeveloping film shot at lower ISO than its box speed to prevent overexposure
How to Request: When creating your order, select "Advanced Film Options" to specify push/pull requirements for each roll, including the number of stops and specific instructions.
Common Applications:
- Low light photography without flash
- Intentional over/underexposure for artistic effect
- Compensating for expired film
- Achieving specific grain characteristics
Technical Expertise: Our experienced technicians adjust development times and temperatures using our professional Noritsu V50 machines to achieve optimal results for your creative vision.
Pricing: Additional $2.99 per roll for all push/pull processing services.
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