Have you ever wondered how to develop disposable camera film? It’s a process that requires one extra step at the beginning—but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
First, we make sure the camera is at zero otherwise, we advance it forward. This doesn’t happen often but it’s a safety step we like to take. Then we carefully break open the disposable camera at the perforated edge to extract the roll of film housed inside. This step is unique to disposable cameras, but once the roll is out, the rest of the process is just like developing any other film.
At The Icon, we process your film with precision and care using either the C41 or e6 machine. In this video we’re developing disposable camera film in our C41 machine, so that’s the example we’ll share with you today.
Let’s break down the C41 process step-by-step:
Step 1: Dip and Dunk
The film is submerged into a series of chemical baths, ensuring consistent development from start to finish. This method gently handles the film, preventing scratches or imperfections.
Step 2: Rinse and Dry
After developing, the film goes through a thorough rinse and is dried in a temperature-controlled environment to eliminate any moisture.
Step 3: Hang
Once dry, we hang the film strips to inspect for quality and make sure every frame is perfectly preserved.
Step 4: Sleeve
The negatives are then cut into strips and placed into protective sleeves, ensuring they’re safe and ready for storage or scanning.
Step 5: Roll It Up
Finally, we roll the negatives for easy transportation or to store them neatly for return to you.
And that’s it! With just one extra step for disposable cameras, your cherished memories are transformed into lasting keepsakes, all processed with expert care and attention.
And yes…we recycle all disposable camera.