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LLAB

📍 8B Hồ Hảo Hớn, Phường Cô Giang, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Overview

LLAB is a film processing laboratory on Hồ Hảo Hớn street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. The business provides developing and scanning services for analog photography. It opened on June 16, 2014. The founders were a group of photography enthusiasts, lab technicians, and printing specialists.

The lab processes a wide range of film types. These include color negative (C-41), black and white, and slide film (E-6). It also handles cinema film and cross-processing services. LLAB accepts many film formats from customers. Standard formats like 35mm and 120 medium format are processed. The lab also handles less common formats, including 110, APS, and large-format sheets like 4×5 and 8×10.

After developing, the lab scans the negatives. Technicians deliver the resulting digital files to customers via Google Drive. The physical negatives are held at the lab for a set period for collection. LLAB offers different turnaround times depending on the process. Color negative and black and white films typically take up to 72 hours. Slide film processing has a longer turnaround time. The lab also offers a mail-in service for photographers outside the city.

LLAB serves the local analog photography community. It ranks among the city’s most recognized film labs. The facility also sells a selection of new film rolls and photography accessories. Customers can track their orders through a dedicated mobile application. The lab provides services for both amateur and professional photographers.

Questions & Answers

Where is LLAB located in Ho Chi Minh City?

LLAB is located at 8B Hồ Hảo Hớn, Phường Cô Giang, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.

What services does LLAB offer?

LLAB provides developing and scanning services for various analog film types, including color negative (C-41), black and white, cinema film, and cross-processing.

What are LLAB's operating hours?

LLAB is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Does LLAB process slide film (E-6)?

No, LLAB does not offer slide film (E-6) processing services.

Can I get photos printed at LLAB?

No, LLAB does not provide photo printing services.

What film formats does LLAB handle?

LLAB processes many film formats, including standard 35mm and 120 medium format, as well as less common types like 110, APS, 4x5, and 8x10.

How do I receive my scanned photos from LLAB?

After developing and scanning, LLAB delivers the digital files to customers via Google Drive, and physical negatives are held for collection.

Does LLAB have a mobile application for order tracking?

No, there is no dedicated mobile application available for tracking orders at LLAB.

What types of film stock are available for purchase at LLAB?

LLAB sells film rolls, though the film stock available is not regular and may vary.

Is LLAB suitable for both amateur and professional photographers?

Yes, LLAB provides film development and scanning services for both amateur and professional photographers in the analog community.