Frequently Asked Questions
About Color Film Developing (C-41)
What color films do you develop?
We develop all standard C-41 color films including Kodak Gold, Portra, Ultramax, ColorPlus, Cinestill 400D and many others.
How long does C-41 development take?
3–5 working days.
Weekends and holidays are not counted as processing days.
Can you push or pull color film?
Yes. Push & Pull is available (+1€).
Please clearly write it on your order.
My colors look different than expected. Why?
Color depends on:
- Exposure
- Light temperature
- Film stock
- Push/pull
- Scanning interpretation
We do not apply heavy automated filters like industrial minilabs.
Can you cross-process film?
Yes, but results are unpredictable. Cross-processing is experimental by nature.
About Black & White Developing
What black & white formats do you develop?
- 35mm (135)
- 120 medium format
- 110 Pocket Film
- Cinematic B&W
- 4X5 Large Format
How long does black & white development take?
3–5 working days.
Weekends and holidays are not counted as processing days.
Can you push or pull black and white film?
Yes. Push & Pull is available (+1€).
Please clearly write it on your order.
Why does my black & white look very grainy?
Grain depends on:
- ISO
- Underexposure
- Push processing
- Film stock choice
Grain is not a defect — it’s part of analog language.
Do you scan B&W differently than color?
Yes. Black & white requires different density interpretation and careful contrast control.
About Shipping
Can I send my film by post?
Yes.
Send it well sealed with your order number to:
Berlin Photo Studio / Emiliano Vittoriosi
Nazarethkirchstraße 41
13347 Berlin
Germany
Use a delivery service that delivers directly to the shop.
My tracking says delivered but I didn’t get confirmation.
Sometimes carriers mark packages delivered before physical handover.
If needed, send us the tracking number.
My package went to a post office. Can you pick it up?
We try, but we are a small team working long days.
We cannot guarantee pickup from external branches immediately.
Please choose direct delivery options.
How can I track my order?
Once shipped, you receive a confirmation email with a tracking link.
Tracking pages sometimes need a few hours to update.
About Negatives & Storage
How long do you store negatives?
We store developed negatives for 2 months.
After 2 months, uncollected negatives will be disposed.
We always encourage you to pick them up — film is physical memory.
Why don’t you store negatives longer?
We previously had over 5,000 uncollected negatives.
We are an analog photo lab, not a storage facility.
Keeping thousands of forgotten negatives creates:
- Physical storage problems
- Environmental impact
- Workflow delays
Please collect your film. Analog photography only makes sense if the negative matters.
What happens if I don’t pick up my order?
Any product ordered and not picked up within 3 months may be:
- Disposed
- Resold
- Reintegrated into stock
This applies to:
- Developed film
- Prints
- Scans on physical media
- Cameras left for testing
- Forgotten personal objects
- Any item left in the shop
What about lost or forgotten objects?
Objects left in the shop are kept for up to 3 months.
After that, they may be:
- Disposed
- Donated
- Resold
We cannot take long-term responsibility for unattended items.
Why is this policy strict?
Because we are a working lab with limited space.
Our goal is to develop film — not to accumulate forgotten materials.
Respecting pickup timelines helps us keep the studio organized and sustainable.
About Camera Batteries
How do I know which battery my camera needs?
Check your camera manual or contact us with your model name.
Do you sell batteries for vintage cameras?Do you sell batteries for vintage cameras?
Yes. We stock replacements for many classic analog cameras.
What is WeinCell MRB625 used for?
It replaces mercury PX625 batteries in older cameras that require stable voltage.
Can I buy batteries in-store in Berlin?
Yes. Visit Berlin Photo Studio to purchase in person.