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4x5 Processing in Seattle area?

Discussion in 'Product Availability' started by msage, Feb 21, 2009.

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  1. Feb 21, 2009 #1
    msage

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    Hi
    Who processes 4x5 C-41 and E-6 in the Seattle/Tacoma area?
    Michael
     
  2. Feb 22, 2009 #2
    slumry

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    Since Ivey closed up shop, nobody does. It is a real problem. Panda has stated that they are looking into but do not currently process 4X5 C-41 or E-6. I believe Panda will do B&W.
     
  3. Feb 22, 2009 #3
    Rob Vinnedge

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    Since Ivey's closing, I've used Newlab in San Francisco and R&R Custom Color Lab in Spokane. Both are excellent in quality and service, but I am settling on R&R for the lower fees and Fedex charges (Spokane and Seattle are in the same Fedex zone).
     
  4. Feb 22, 2009 #4
    David Nardi

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    It might be time for a Jobo (or equivalent) processor. I bought a Jobo Autolab 1000 off ebay 3 years ago. It was the best investment I ever made. Mix up some Kodak E-6 chemicals and you're good to go. A sheet of 4x5 E-6 used to cost me $2.75. I now spend 0.60 to 0.80 cents per sheet.

    Lab prices have gone up in the last few years, and if it hadn't have been for this processor, I would probably not be shooting 4x5 anymore.

    Cheers,

    David

    www.davidnardi.com
     
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