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rossomck
17-Dec-2011, 07:57
Eventually I hope to develop my own 4x5 film sheet, but if I want it processed in a lab, where in the UK is there a service for this? I looked at Ilford website, and it only mentions 35mm and 120/220 roll film.
Thank you for any assistance.

timparkin
17-Dec-2011, 09:30
Eventually I hope to develop my own 4x5 film sheet, but if I want it processed in a lab, where in the UK is there a service for this? I looked at Ilford website, and it only mentions 35mm and 120/220 roll film.
Thank you for any assistance.

I would recommend Peak Imaging having tried quite a few different labs with one problem or another.

Tim

mpirie
17-Dec-2011, 14:37
Another vote for Peak Imaging.

Mike

Pete Watkins
18-Dec-2011, 02:29
Digitalab.co.uk in Newcastle are good. I do my own mono but send them all my colour stuff.
Pete.

VinR
18-Dec-2011, 04:37
Peak Imaging used to be based in Sheffield centre but moved close to where I live - mind you, I did quite a lot of business with them:)

Joe Wright
19-Dec-2011, 02:52
Digitalab have always been prompt, friendly and reliable for me. They do a discount for 10+ sheets.

tlitody
19-Dec-2011, 03:07
where do you live? There may a local lab which makes life easier.

Tobias Key
19-Dec-2011, 03:23
I'll add another vote for Peak Imaging. I have a couple of labs near me in Brighton but they only seem to do runs once a week, so often Peak Imaging is quicker and I've never had any issues with them.

dave_whatever
19-Dec-2011, 05:57
I've used peak for 35mm, 120 and 4x5 over the last few years. Tried other cheaper places but always go back to Peak if i'm too lazy to develop it myself. Can't really fault em, usually a quick turnaround time too.

davethedude
19-Dec-2011, 07:47
Gents, help me out here. I've been dev and processing my own 5x4 b&w at home for some time, and now I've got some spare time, want to try colour. However, I don't understand how it works.. do I send my dds to Peak Imaging? and how do they ensure I get my own dds back? Best Rgds Dave

Pete Watkins
19-Dec-2011, 12:19
Dave,
Remove the sheets from the film holders and put them into an empty film box (in the black bag, of course) use a dark room or a changing bag.. Ask them to return the empty box and bag with the developed trannies / negs. Posting DDs would cost an arm & a leg!
Pete.

davethedude
20-Dec-2011, 01:43
Pete.
Beautiful. Thanks and Merry Xmas. Dave