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Film Scanning (Noritsu)
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This page is for film scanning only. If you’ve just taken your film out of the camera → head to Film Developing / Noritsu scan pages.
Noritsu Film Scanning in Berlin
Once your film is developed, we scan it on the Noritsu HS-1800. We run two of them in our setup.
What makes it so special?
- Speed: Fast enough to help us scan hundreds of rolls every day.
- Color Depth: Produces smooth, 16-bit files with rich tonal range.
- Excellent shadow detail and consistent colors.
- Digital ICE: Automatically removes dust and scratches.
Film Formats and Scanning Options
What Noritsu Can Scan
- 35mm
- 120 film
- APS film
- Half-frames — we scan them as singles, but you can request paired scans. Just give us the heads-up when you order.
Formats That Require Other Scanners
For 110 film, 4×5 sheets, and mounted slides, we have the Durst Sigma Plus scanning service. Check out our Imacon film scanning service for more negative scanning options.
To include film borders, we use the Durst Sigma Plus. Take a look at our scanning with and without film borders samples.
Check out film scanning with borders prices and available formats.
Scan Options, File Formats and Resolution
Flash or Biggie?
- Flash — perfect for Instagram, daily use, and prints up to 10×15 cm.
- Biggie — ideal for portfolios and larger prints up to 20×30 cm, exhibitions and creative projects.
JPG or TIFF?
If you’re looking for scans that are ready to post but still flexible for adjustments, go with JPG. For JPG scans we do basic color and exposure correction, and you can tweak them however you like.
If you’re going for a certain look, go with TIFF for flat, untouched scans ready for your editing.
135 Film Scan Resolution
- Flash scan — 2075 × 3130 px, 6.1 MB.
- Biggie scan — 4492 × 6774 px, 28.3 MB.
120 Film Scan Resolution
6×4.5
- Flash scan — 1766 × 2412 px, 9.1 MB.
- Biggie scan — 3533 × 4824 px, 18.2 MB.
6×6
- Flash scan — 2380 × 2416 px, 12.5 MB.
- Biggie scan — 4760 × 4832 px, 24.9 MB.
6×7
- Flash scan — 2407 × 2951 px, 6.3 MB.
- Biggie scan — 4815 × 5902 px, 12.6 MB.
6×8
- Flash scan — 2451 × 3305 px, 17.7 MB.
- Biggie scan — 4903 × 6610 px, 35.4 MB.
6×9
- Flash scan — 2451 × 3569 px, 19.3 MB.
- Biggie scan — 4903 × 7139 px, 38.5 MB.
Drop Off Your Negatives in Berlin or Send Them by Mail
How to Place Your Order
Place your order online or in person. Send us your negatives or drop them off.
Shipping Checklist
Before sending your negatives, make sure that:
- Your order number is written clearly on the package.
- Your film is packed securely.
- The parcel is addressed directly to Film Speed Lab UG rather than a post office branch.
Send your negatives to:
Film Speed Lab UG
Dietrich-Bonhoeffer-Str. 32
10407 Berlin
Germany
Scanning Process and Delivery
Scanning Workflow and Frame Review
- Load negatives.
- Preview the roll.
- Run the high-res scan.
We review each frame manually: rotating and cleaning marks.
Our Turnaround
- Flash JPG — 1 working day.
- Flash TIFF — 1 working day.
- Biggie JPG — 3 working days.
- Biggie TIFF — 3 working days.
Downloading Your Scans
We send your scans straight to your inbox — so keep an eye on your email, including spam or promotions folders.
Scan links are active for three days. If you miss the download period, just click "re-upload my scans" button in your email from us. A new link will be in your inbox within 24 hours.
Collecting or Returning Your Negatives
Pick up your negatives or get them shipped back.
We keep your negatives for 1 month. Need more time to pick them up? Just let us know and we’ll hold onto them a bit longer.
FAQ
What If I’m Not Happy with My Scans?
Then let’s improve them! Scanning is all about your personal style, so let’s tweak it until it’s just right for you.
Does My Film Need to Be Developed Before Scanning?
Yes. This page is for film scanning only. If you’ve just taken your film out of the camera → head to Film Developing & Scanning and pick the dev&scan option, depending on what film you’ve got (color, b&w, etc.).
When you take photos on film, light hits the film coated with special chemicals that react to it. This creates an image, but it’s invisible at first. To actually see the picture, the film has to go through development. After that, the image is fixed on the film, and we can scan it for you.
Can You Scan Film Developed at Another Lab or at Home?
Yes, we can. It doesn’t matter where your film was developed. A high-quality scan can bring out more detail in the shadows and highlights and give your frames a fresh look.
Can You Scan Old Family Negatives?
Yes, we love working on family archives! Keep in mind that how the negatives were stored shapes the scan quality. Color film tends to fade and shift over the years. We’ll do our best to correct it, but we don’t offer professional restoration. Black-and-white rolls need extra care too. Our Noritsu doesn’t remove dust or scratches on its own, so we clean negatives by hand. That’s why we can’t promise a perfectly dust-free result.
Can I Send Film That Has Already Been Cut into Strips?
Yes! Our Noritsu can scan strips as short as two frames.
Can I Scan Selected Frames Instead of an Entire Roll?
Yes, you can! Just note that the price is the same whether you’re scanning a full roll or only a few frames.
