Precision Film Digitization

FineGrain Scan Lab provides professional, non-destructive scanning of film, negatives, transparencies, and photographic prints with an emphasis on true optical resolution, individual frame handling, and archival-quality results.

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Services we offer

We offer precision film digitization through careful hand-scanning, true optical resolution, and non-destructive workflows. Our services are designed to preserve natural grain, tonal nuance, and detail—delivering digital files suitable for meaningful projects, fine prints, and long-term preservation.

  • Designed for smaller collections and everyday projects. This tier provides careful hand-scanning with true optical resolution, preserving natural grain and tone for personal use, albums, and digital sharing.

    (Hand-scanned — no sheet feeders)

    Supported Sizes

    4×4 • 5×7 • 8×10 • 9×12 •

    Custom sizes upon request

    Pricing (Per Photo)

    Resolution Scan Type Price

    300 DPI Standard $0.17

    600 DPI Standard $1.29

    600 DPI High Resolution $3.49

    1200 DPI Standard $2.79

    1200 DPI High Resolution $5.49

    2400 DPI Standard $7.89

    2400 DPI High Resolution $12.99

    4800 DPI Standard $17.99

    4800 DPI High Resolution $29.89

  • For projects that require higher fidelity and long-term preservation. This tier emphasizes increased resolution, refined handling, and non-destructive workflows to maintain detail, tonal nuance, and print-ready quality.

    Standard 35mm Negatives

    • $1.39 per frame

    • Minimum 2 frames per strip

    • Standard resolution

    • Color correction & orientation included

    Half-Frame 35mm

    • $1.39 per frame

    • Minimum 2 frames per strip

    110 FILM NEGATIVES

    • $2.80 per frame

    • Minimum 2 frames per strip

    • Individual frame handling

    MEDIUM FORMAT NEGATIVES

    (120 / 220 Film)
    Formats from 1.5×1.5 up to 2.4×3.5

    Resolution Price (Per Frame)

    • 2400 DPI $3.79

    • 4800 DPI$7.69

    5. LARGE FORMAT NEGATIVES

    (Above 3.5×3.5 up to 4×5)

    Resolution Price (Per Frame)

    • 1200 DPI $3.99

    • 2400 DPI $7.79

    6. STANDARD VS NON-STANDARD NEGATIVES

    Category Price

    • Standard Negatives $1.39 per frame

    • Non-Standard Negatives $2.79 per frame

    (Non-standard includes unusual sizes, damaged film, or special handling requirements.)

  • Available Resolutions

    • 3200 DPI

    • 4800 DPI

    • 6400 DPI (by request)

    • 9600 DPI (by request)

    Use cases

    • Large-format printing

    • Exhibition & gallery work

    • Archival master files

    Email for a custom quote

    • Manual Dust Removal

    • Quoted per project Premium Handling For irreplaceable originals

    • Custom File Naming Included upon request

    • Special File Formats

    • TIFF

    • DNG

    • Multi-TIFF

    • PDF Rush Handling No extra cost under 100 items

  • For complete flexibility and custom needs. Choose individual resolutions, specialty formats, upgrades, or enhancements tailored to your specific materials and goals—each handled with the same precision and care as our core services.

    Photo Print Scanning

    (Per print · Hand-scanned)

    • 300 DPI (Standard) $0.17

    • 600 DPI (Standard) $1.29

    • 600 DPI (High Resolution) $3.49

    • 1200 DPI (Standard) $2.79

    • 1200 DPI (High Resolution) $5.49

    • 2400 DPI (Standard) $7.89

    • 2400 DPI (High Resolution) $12.99

    • 4800 DPI (Standard) $17.99

    • 4800 DPI (High Resolution) $29.89

    • 6400 DPI — Quote Required

    • 9600 DPI — Quote Required

    35mm Film & Negative Scanning

    (Per frame · Minimum 2 frames per strip)

    • Standard 35mm / Half-Frame — $1.39

    110 Film Negatives

    (Per frame · Minimum 2 frames per strip)

    • 110 Film $2.80

    Medium Format Film (120 / 220)

    (1.5 × 1.5 up to 2.4 × 3.5 · Per frame)

    • 2400 DPI — $3.79

    • 4800 DPI — $7.69

    Large Format Film

    (Above 3.5 × 3.5 up to 4 × 5 · Per frame)

    • 1200 DPI — $3.99

    • 2400 DPI — $7.79

    Non-Standard & Specialty Negatives

    • Non-Standard Formats / Special Handling — $2.79 per frame

    (Includes unusual sizes, damaged film, or materials requiring additional care.)

    High-Resolution & Specialty Scanning

    • 3200 DPI — Included where applicable

    • 4800 DPI — See format pricing above

    • 6400 DPI — Quote Required

    • 9600 DPI — Quote Required

    Optional Enhancements

    • Manual Dust & Artifact Reduction — Quote Required

    • Premium / Specialty Handling — Quote Required

    • Multi-TIFF or PDF Output — Upon Request

    • Custom File Naming & Folder Structure — Included upon request

    Turnaround

    • Orders under 100 items: 48 hours

    • No rush fees

    • All materials remain within the United States

    A là carte services are priced individually based on format, resolution, quantity, and condition. Specialty services may require evaluation prior to final pricing.

  • United States Based Service
    Your originals are scanned and returned within the U.S. — they never leave the country.

    After placing an order, you’ll receive:

    • Secure packing instructions

    • Shipping address

    • Order tracking confirmation

  • For:

    • 6400 DPI or 9600 DPI scanning

    • Large archival collections

    • Gallery or exhibition work

    • Specialty formats or handling requests

    Please email us with:

    • Film or print type

    • Quantity

    • Desired resolution

    • Intended use (archival, print, web, exhibition)

    We respond promptly with a tailored quote.

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Our
company ethos

At FineGrain Scan Lab, our work is guided by precision, restraint, and respect for the original image. We specialize in film and photographic digitization using careful, hands-on workflows designed to preserve natural grain, tonal depth, and detail—without reliance on automation or destructive processing.

Every project begins with thoughtful evaluation. Materials are handled individually, scanned using true optical resolution, and processed with intention rather than speed. We avoid batch workflows, aggressive corrections, and artificial enhancement, allowing each image to retain its original character while transitioning faithfully into the digital space.

We work with clients across a wide range of needs—from personal archives and family projects to print-ready files and long-term preservation. Regardless of scope, each project receives the same level of attention and care. Our role is not to reinterpret images, but to preserve them accurately and responsibly.

Clear communication is central to how we operate. We take time to understand each project, outline expectations, and guide clients toward appropriate resolutions and services. Pricing and scope are determined thoughtfully, based on format, resolution, and handling requirements, ensuring transparency and consistency throughout the process.

FineGrain Scan Lab is proudly based in the United States, and all materials remain within the country during scanning and return. Trust is built through consistency, precision, and care—and we approach every project with the responsibility it deserves.

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