Southsun Film Lab Reviews 113

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a reliable service in that scans are received when I expect them. The quality of scans is excellent and good value too. I appreciate that the company is quietly professional at a time when othe... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve used Southsun Film Lab a number of times now and I’m always so impressed with the service. The turnaround time is consistently quick and the results are always wonderful. It’s clear a lot of care... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hands down the best lab in the UK! Consistently good results from their start in wales & nothings changed since their move. Quick turnaround, happy to answer questions, consistent quality and every s... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My scans were superbly processed and I really like the border option. My film was posted back to me with care and considerate packaging. The service was quick and correspondence was very support... See more

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  1. #9 of 14 best companies in Photo lab

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Southsun specialize in developing film with care, precision and at great value. We develop, scan, and print 35mm, disposable cameras and medium format (120) films in colour and black and white. Focusing on quick turnarounds, excellent prices, and the highest standards for your film. We work with both pros and those starting on their film journey!


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well priced and good quality

I was looking to move from a national chain to a company that valued quality and customer experience, and I am not disappointed.

The team responded to my questions, the price was reasonable, and I received my scans by email a week after I’d posted them. I’ll be using southsun again soon!

31 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was recommended Southsun by a friend…

I was recommended Southsun by a friend who, like myself, avidly uses old school medium format cameras. They originally traded from North Wales, but relocated recently to the capital.
The service and quality is very professional and more importantly consistent. Great communication throughout the process.
Easy platform to navigate and order quickly.
What more can you ask for.
Highly recommended 👌.

19 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

63 million years B.C

Despite my films dating from the early Jurassic period Southsun still managed to develop them. As a consequence I now have some great pictures of some long passed friends and relatives as well as a great picture of a T-Rex playing fetch, rolling over playing dead and playfully ripping off the cameramen's head.

30 May 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional through and through

I have been using Southsun for a while now. Firstly when they were located in Wales and also now they are located in London. Their production quality is superb - no watermarks or stains on the negatives like other companies. Their scans are of high quality. I tend to use the medium scans as I only view my pictures on the computer screen. Their pricing is very good compared to other companies. Turnaround is usually 4-5 days with the negatives coming a few days later. One last mention is that, when one of my films went missing in the post, my request for a refund was dealt with immediately. You can't go wrong with this company.

1 May 2025

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