The best film labs in New Mexico
3 shortlisted from 3 reviewed developers in New Mexico — 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 Assured Imaging - Los Lunas
4.7 ★★★★★ 444 reviews · Los Lunas, NM
Great service. Tech Theresa Sanchez in Los Lunas made an awkward situation tolerable. Mammograms are always uncomfortable but she helped me relax. Scan was quick and easy
#2 Picture Perfect Photo Lab
4.7 ★★★★★ 172 reviews · Albuquerque, NM
This was my first time getting film developed and was very unsure on what to expect but the staff there were kind enough to walk me through the process and the options available. I like how they offer…
#3 Camera & Darkroom
3.4 ★★★☆☆ 212 reviews · Albuquerque, NM
Don't believe the negative reviews. I find the owner to be an incredibly interesting person who knows his craft. Every time I go I end up having an hour long conversation. If you come in here…