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Film lab
Basement Lab
721 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405
A dedicated lab that develops photographic film.
In-house processing lab specializing in traditional and custom film developing and scanning.
Film developing at Basement Lab
The things film shooters actually ask before handing over a roll. A blank line means the lab hasn't published it — not that the answer is no. Always confirm before a special trip.
| Developed in-house | Not stated on their site |
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| Returns your negatives | Not stated on their site |
| Scanner | Not stated on their site |
| Turnaround | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest develop price found | No price published |
What Basement Lab offers
Every line is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews, or from the lab's own website.
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Large format (4×5) 2 mentions
from customer reviews
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Half-frame 1 mention
“GREAT pricing for processing film & very happy they don’t charge extra for half frames.”
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listed on their own site
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listed on their own site
What film shooters highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of Basement Lab.
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Great for beginners 3 mentions
“I had so many questions and they were so patient with me, explaining everything I needed to know, and the pictures came out absolutely beautiful.”
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Fair prices 2 mentions
“They might have a slightly higher price than other places but it’s worth every penny the images come back in super detailed scans and the colors are perfect.”
What customers say
I brought three rolls of film to Basement Lab and was overwhelmed at the quality and service that I experienced. I spoke with Jordan who was more than helpful, taking me through step by step of his services.
Filled out the order online, dropped off the film, and had them in my email inbox exactly one week later! It was a little pricier than I’m used to but when I saw the quality I understood why. They did a gorgeous job & I’ll definitely be using them in the future.
First experience with Basement Lab and we were so happy with the results. Estimated delivery time was 1-2 weeks for our scans. We received them in less than 1 week and all photos came out perfectly. Staff were also super friendly, could not recommend them enough!
By far the best processing and scans in Minneapolis. They might have a slightly higher price than other places but it’s worth every penny the images come back in super detailed scans and the colors are perfect.
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–3 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–5 pm |
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