Film Developing & Scanning

Bring your memories
to life.

Gelatin Labs is a family-run film lab trusted by photographers in all 50 states. We develop and scan every roll with care on industry-leading Noritsu and Frontier scanners — and our GelForm scan system puts creative control back in your hands.

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Photographers love working with us.

Don't just take our word for it — hear from the community that trusts Gelatin Labs with every roll.

From roll drop to jaw-drop — in four easy steps

It's simple. Get us your film, we handle the rest.

1

Get us your film

Start an online order to print an easy mail-in label, drop off at a partner, or place your order in-store at a Gelatin walk-in location.

2

We keep you updated

You'll receive status updates as your order moves through prep, development, and scanning — so you always know where things stand.

3

Develop & Scan with GelForm

Our techs develop your rolls with care, then scan using GelForm — client-favorite profiles that make your images look right, every time.

4

Your photos, delivered

We'll email your download link as soon as scans are ready. Negatives are packed safely and shipped back to you.

GelForm Scan System

Choose a look you'll love.

GelForm takes the guesswork out and puts creative control back in your hands. Choose from curated, photographer-tested styles — each with a clear name, mood, and purpose.

Repeatable results — same film, same GelForm, same quality every time.
Intentional tone & contrast — each style built for specific creative goals.
Confidence in post — whether you edit or not, GelForm scans are easier to work with.
GelForm scan comparison — Flamingo
Photographer: Jakob Lilja-Ruiz

What We Process

Every major format and chemistry — handled with care.

35mm Disposable

35mm & Disposables

Color & B&W rolls, plus single-use cameras.

120

120 / Medium Format

Big frames, rich tones, pro Noritsu scans.

E-6 ECN-2

Slide (E-6) & ECN-2

Vivid slide processing in-house, cinema film by Kodak Atlanta.

APS 110 Specialty

Specialty & Legacy

APS, 110, cross-process, expired — the fun stuff.

Shot on film. Developed by Gelatin.

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Our Story

It's a family affair.

A multigenerational story rooted in the love of everything analog — forming the foundation for Gelatin Labs. Now processing film for photographers everywhere.

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Family-run since 2018
Quality > Speed
Expert service + support
Photographer operated

Visit one of our labs.

Walk in, drop off your film, and shop in person — no online order needed at our own locations.

Plus 6 partner drop-off spots across NYC, NJ & beyond.

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Intimate, hands-on workshops, talks, and community events for photographers at Gelatin Labs NYC. Get unstuck, develop new skills, and move your work forward.

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Photographers on photography.

Film theory, gear reviews, tips, tricks, and everything that gets us excited about analog.

Featured Product

The Gelatin Disposable Camera

Fresh Kodak 400 film, classic body, built-in flash. Shoot 27 exposures, mail it back — we develop, scan, and deliver your photos.

From $20 · camera only
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Film Shop

Stock up on your favorite film stocks, merch, and more.

Ilford HP5+, 35mm, 36 EXP
CineStill Film 800Tungsten, 120
Kodak UltraMax 400, 35mm, 36 EXP (Single Roll)
Kodak Professional Portra 400, 35mm, 36 EXP (Single Roll)
Kodak Professional Tri-X 400, 120 (Single Roll)
Kodak Professional Portra 400, 120 (Single Roll)

Your questions, answered.

What kind of film can you develop?
Gelatin Labs develops: 35mm, 120, Disposables, and other sizes by request. Color C-41, E-6, ECN-2 and Black+White film.
What makes a Gelatin Labs scan so special?
We put creative control back into your hands with our film scans. Choose the GelForm that most matches your vibe. For full editing capability, our Flat Earth scans offer a flexible tonal range. Pro and SuperPro levels deliver large TIFF files with more color and tonal information.
Do you return my negatives?
Select "Return Shipping" at checkout to get negatives returned.
What equipment do you use?
For most C-41, we use a state-of-the-art Colenta roller transport machine. Expired film and disposables go through Noritsu V-30 and V-50 processors. B&W is developed by hand or rotary processor using Ilford chemistry. E-6 uses the Dev.a. ECN-2 is developed by Kodak Lab Atlanta.
How do you recommend packaging film?
Pack securely in a bubble mailer or box, addressed to: Gelatin Labs, 515 Valley St. Suite 160, Maplewood, NJ 07040. Need a mailing label? Add one to your cart. We always appreciate customer doodles, Polaroids, and artwork as well. We'll feature them on our Instagram!

Ready to get started?

Ship your film or drop it off at our NYC + NJ labs. We'll take care of the rest.

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A GelForm is a thoughtfully crafted balance of temperature and contrast—bundling them into distinct looks that are both intuitive and reliable. Whether you prefer a clean, true-to-film rendering, a punchy high-contrast feel, or something with a bit more warmth or coolness, there’s a GelForm that fits your style.

We’ve created a set of unique formulas (GelForms) that unlock endless possibilities—making your photos more personal and distinctive. These are not presets, but in-scanner adjustments to get the best from your film.

HOW IT WORKS

Choose the GelForm that best fits your style and application – we apply carefully tuned formulas based on contrast and temperature. For specialty GelForms, we can also preserve details like sprockets or the rebate edge.

Each formula is unique and will render a different result. Explore the possibilities of your images by experimenting with each GelForm. (Note: Results may vary from sample images, and depend on the film stock chosen, exposure settings while shooting, and film storage).

SCANNER INFO

Each GelForm is made possible by professional film scanners that evoke different styles. To understand which GelForm relates to each scanner, refer to the table below.

ScannerGelForm
Noritsu HS-1800THE STANDARD, THE HI-C, THE HI-C SPIKED, THE FLAT EARTH, THE NOIR, THE FLAT MOON
Fujifilm Frontier SP-3000THE FRINGE, THE SPACELY
Fujifilm Frontier SP-500THE PALM-AIRE, THE ELIZABETH

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Services

At Gelatin Labs, we can process, digitize, and print your film. Start by selecting from our three service offerings to find the best options for your film.

How do I drop off my film?

1. Place your film order on gelatinlabs.com – select ‘Return Shipping’ at checkout’ to get negatives returned (and prints, if you ordered them).

2. Envelopes for your order are provided over the counter. Write your name and order number, and load film rolls inside.

3. Hand over your envelope to a Knickerbocker team member.

Your film will head to Gelatin Labs every Monday and Thursday!

How do I drop-off my film?

1. Place your film order on gelatinlabs.com – select ‘Ship Negatives’ to get negatives returned (and prints, if you ordered them).

2. Our box is located near the exit of the coffee shop. Take an envelope (or your own ziploc), bag up your film, and write your order number. Your film will head to Gelatin Labs!

How do I drop-off my film?

1. At the front entrance, buzz in to be let inside.

2. The Gelatin drop-off box is directly across from the front desk. Place your order via the QR code on the box. Select ‘Ship Negatives’ to get negatives (and prints, if you ordered them) returned.

3. Take an envelope (or your own ziploc) from the front desk, bag up your film, and write your order number. Your film will head to Gelatin Labs!

Turnaround

FAST PASS

Jump the developing line and receive your scans as soon as possible. We start your order immediately, and work to get it out the door within one business day. Estimates guaranteed.

(Note: Deliverables like prints and contact sheets are not covered by Fast Pass. Only digital scans are guaranteed.)

FLEXIBLE

For those not on a deadline, we process in the order we receive your film. Estimates are updated to reflect the current average time from “order start” to “order finish”. Flexible estimates are not guaranteed.

Order size and options chosen may affect turnaround time. Lots of film? Expect a longer lead time.

Check status.gelatinlabs.com for latest Flexible Turnaround averages.

Print With Gelatin Labs

Fill out the form below and our team will get back to you via email with a link for you to upload your images.

It’s Time To Get Printing!

Whatever type of work you create, the Gelatin Labs Print Upload will render beautiful, archival prints that will enable you to bring your art off of your screen and into the realm of physical existence. The process is simple: select your print size, upload your images, and pick from three distinct finishes!

8x10 inch

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4x6 inch

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Pushing / Pulling

Mark rolls (+1, +2, +3, -1) according to the options you have selected.

Contact Sheet