sweathog
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So I'm getting around to thinking that it makes a lot more sense for me to develop my films at home. Money is an issue, and now that I no longer work for Jessops I can't sneak my films through for free.
So home black & white developing is cheaper, and you have more control (chemicals, timing etc.) over the process. The kit needed does not take up too much space, nor is it too expensive.
However, if I want to develop colour or slide, the chemicals are more expensive, and it is more precise a process. Need a bit more kit too. That being said, overall it probably still is cheaper.
However, it does mean that I should invest in a scanner. A flatbed with film holders is the best compromise, as I do not need that high a resolution purely for archiving, plus if I were to get something printed it would be from the negative anyway... It is a sizeable investment for a new one mind, and people don't seem to be selling them that often.
Long and the short of it, I think I shall be setting myself up for home brewing. Thank you for your patience.
So home black & white developing is cheaper, and you have more control (chemicals, timing etc.) over the process. The kit needed does not take up too much space, nor is it too expensive.
However, if I want to develop colour or slide, the chemicals are more expensive, and it is more precise a process. Need a bit more kit too. That being said, overall it probably still is cheaper.
However, it does mean that I should invest in a scanner. A flatbed with film holders is the best compromise, as I do not need that high a resolution purely for archiving, plus if I were to get something printed it would be from the negative anyway... It is a sizeable investment for a new one mind, and people don't seem to be selling them that often.
Long and the short of it, I think I shall be setting myself up for home brewing. Thank you for your patience.
