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Film lab
Flash Imaging Center
1720 N Rand Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
A dedicated lab that develops photographic film.
Photo, print and framing shop offering in-house film development and scanning.
Film developing at Flash Imaging Center
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 Flash Imaging Center 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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What film shooters highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of Flash Imaging Center.
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Knowledgeable staff 6 mentions
“The photographer is also very knowledgeable about the requirements for immigration and hands down the best place to go for any related photos.”
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Fair prices 4 mentions
“Fair prices especially given it’s a small business, hours have changed I believe due to COVID but he’s still there a good majority of the day!”
What customers say
I have had the pleasure of using Flash Imaging Center for a couple of years now, and I can't say enough good things about my experience. The quality of their work is simply the best ever. They combine exceptional professionalism with a friendly and helpful approach, which makes the entire experience enjoyable.
Although I haven't received my products yet, the owner was friendly. The location is convenient for those living in the NW suburbs. There aren’t many film processing options around here within 5 mile radius.
great place to get film developed, rly like the quality. also mr. patel is one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet
Very nice and apparently I will have my prints from very old negative within days!
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting there
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