Large format (4×5) C41 developing - Lab recommendations?
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Make it Easy lab in Nottingham is where I go. Reasonably priced and fairly quick.
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Bayeux in London is my go to and they do 5x4
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Out of interest, logistically how are you managing this, for example are you using an old 4x5 box and dark bag, or shipping the darkside?
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Not sure yet - this will be the first time I've sent 4×5 sheets for development (I've only shot B&W previously, and develop that at home) - it will depend on the lab requirements, I guess.
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The last time I had some 5x4 C41 processed I used Rapid Eye lab at 79 Leonard St., London EC2A 4QS
https://www.rapideye.uk.com/
https://www.rapideye.uk.com/
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As you say, I just use the old box with the little bag the film came in originally. They post it back in the same one.
It’s also slim enough for large letter if I remember rightly.
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You'll have to keep this thread updated, I'll be interested to hear how you get on.
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Colour Negative (C41) + Single Use Cameras - Brighton Film Lab
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brightonfilmlab.com
BUT note the price. I asked some years ago, and was told that the pricing reflected their lack of enthusiasm for the size. I have used them for C41 in 120 and some black and white 35mm years ago.
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I used to work near them and used their services a handful of times, very good lab.