Give your 35mm film scans a distinctive analogue look with our Sprocket Scan add-on. Instead of cropping your image to the conventional frame, Sprocket Scanning captures more of the film, including the sprocket holes and film edge.

Available with both 35mm C-41 colour film and 35mm Black & White film processing at 21Studio PhotoLab.

35mm C-41 / Colour Film →
Order C-41 Film Processing

35mm Black & White Film →
Order B&W Film Processing

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⭐ Important ordering instruction

To see the Sprocket Scan option when ordering:

1. Select 35mm film format
2. Select 3–5 Days delivery/processing option
3. The Sprocket Scan add-on will then be available

Please note: Sprocket Scanning is currently available for 35mm C-41 and Black & White film only and requires the 3–5 day delivery option.

 

What is a 35mm Sprocket Scan?

Don't crop out the character of your film.

Traditional film scans are normally cropped to the photographic frame. A sprocket scan captures a wider view of the negative, allowing the distinctive film border and sprocket holes to become part of the image.

This gives your photographs a more authentic analogue presentation and lets you see more of the original film.

Sprocket scans are particularly popular with film photographers, analogue enthusiasts, artists and creators who want to showcase the physical character of 35mm film.

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Why choose Sprocket Scanning?

More of the original negative

See beyond the conventional image area and reveal more of the physical film.

Keep the sprocket holes

The characteristic perforations become part of the final scan.

A distinctive analogue aesthetic

Create images with the recognisable look of a scanned strip of 35mm film.

Great for sharing

Sprocket scans can make a striking addition to Instagram, portfolios, creative projects and photography collections.

 

 

FAQ

What is a 35mm sprocket scan?

A sprocket scan captures the photographic frame together with the surrounding film edge and sprocket holes, creating a wider and more distinctive presentation of your 35mm negative.

Is Sprocket Scan available for colour film?

Yes. Sprocket Scanning is available as an add-on for 35mm C-41 colour film processing.

Is Sprocket Scan available for black & white film?

Yes. It is also available as an add-on for 35mm Black & White film processing.

How do I add Sprocket Scan to my order?

Select 35mm film and the 3–5 Days option on the relevant 21studio Photolab film-processing page. The Sprocket Scan option will then become available.

Can I choose Sprocket Scan with a faster processing option?

No. Sprocket Scanning is currently available with the 3–5 day option only.