The best film labs in Florida
12 shortlisted from 32 reviewed developers in Florida — film labs, camera stores that develop and community darkrooms, each labelled for what it actually is.
How this ranking works
- Score = rating × log₁₀(review count). A 5.0 from nine people does not outrank a 4.7 from nine hundred, but one huge lab can't bury everyone either.
- 25 reviews minimum. Below that a rating is noise.
- One entry per chain. Multi-location labs get a single slot, so the list stays a list of businesses rather than of branches.
- Museums and attractions are excluded — this is a directory of places you can actually hand a roll of film to.
- Nothing is paid. No business can buy a position here, and quotes are pulled verbatim from public customer reviews.
#1 Forever Studios
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,390 reviews · Boca Raton, FL
My aunt went into a nursing home and our family found some old negatives, some projector slides and a few photos needing restoration. I suggested they send them to me as I had noted Forever Studios…
#2 Colonial Photo & Hobby Inc
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,227 reviews · Orlando, FL
I had an excellent experience with Colonial Photo & Hobby. They developed my photos exactly within the timeframe they promised, and the entire process was seamless. I especially appreciated how easy…
#3 Gulf Coast Camera
4.8 ★★★★★ 580 reviews · Pensacola, FL
I have been purchasing and developing film here for a few years now, and the team at Gulf Coast Camera is always quick, friendly, and knowledgeable. This past time, I went to pick up some new film to…
#4 Pitman Photo Supply
4.6 ★★★★★ 549 reviews · Miami, FL
First time dropping off my film here. This store is literally a candy store for film lovers. You can find so much here! Dropped off 3 rolls from my New York trip and the price was decent! The scans…
#5 Kiwi Camera Service
4.8 ★★★★★ 321 reviews · Orlando, FL
There is no place like this anywhere else in the world. Kiwi is dedicated to film, especially in their backyard shop. Inside Michael, the owner, is one of the most passionate, energetic, and…
#6 Creative Photo and Digital Imaging
4.8 ★★★★★ 317 reviews · Fort Myers, FL
I have been using this place for a few years now to buy and develop film as well as order prints, and I can 100% trust them with communication, care, and efficiency. David is an amazing person inside…
#7 Pasco Camera Inc
4.8 ★★★★★ 279 reviews · New Port Richey, FL
Jim and anette run a fantastic little shop. I go there for high end tripods, flash coupling converters, camera film, and of course film cameras. They're friendly and helpful, and they always have…
#8 Thackers Film Lab
4.9 ★★★★★ 241 reviews · Oakland Park, FL
Thacker's was the first lab I ever sent my film to and I have been sending my film to them ever since. I have tried a few local labs (I live in Oregon) and none of them compare. I always receive my…
#9 Max Photo and Décor
4.9 ★★★★★ 231 reviews · Tampa, FL
I had an exceptional experience with Max Photo and Decor. From the moment I walked into the store, Jay was the consummate professional. He immediately understood exactly what I was trying to achieve,…
#10 Bellows Film Lab Miami
4.6 ★★★★★ 318 reviews · Miami, FL
I shipped my film out to them and they did such an amazing job with my photos, I was super impressed with their work! When I called to check the status of my order they were really sweet and willing…
#11 Harmon Photo
4.3 ★★★★☆ 402 reviews · Orlando, FL
They developed my film after a few days and uploaded it. Very satisfied with their service since not too many people can develop film anymore. Good selection of camera stuff and various films for…
#12 Drone Nerds Wynwood
4.3 ★★★★☆ 378 reviews · Miami, FL