Remember the anticipation of finishing a roll of film and waiting to see how your photos turned out? While smartphones make capturing everyday moments easy, there’s still something special about film photography. Tucked inside Trinity Arcade in Perth’s CBD, Irohas Photo Film Lab is a handy spot for anyone keen to dust off an old camera, revisit a favourite hobby or try something a little different.
Located on St Georges Terrace, Irohas offers film developing, scanning, film camera sales and disposable camera services. Whether you’ve been taking photographs for decades or need a refresher after years of using your phone, the shop caters to both experienced photographers and those getting started.
Shooting on film encourages a slower approach to photography. With a limited number of frames on each roll, there’s more reason to pause, consider the light and choose your shot. A walk around Perth, a weekend away or a family gathering could be the perfect opportunity to put a film camera to use again.
Irohas sells a range of film stocks and cameras, so you can pick up supplies and return to have your film processed at the same place. If you already have a camera tucked away at home, it’s worth checking which film it takes before buying a roll. In-store stock varies, so check availability ahead of a special trip if you’re after something particular.
The lab develops colour negative film, black-and-white film, slide film and cinema film, with services for both 35mm and 120 medium-format rolls. For everyday colour photography, its C-41 developing and scanning service is currently listed at $17 per roll. Drop your colour film off by 3pm and the Perth lab advertises same-day processing—a welcome change from the lengthy waits many of us remember!
Developing and scanning combines the charm of film with the convenience of digital photographs. Your scanned images arrive through a download link, making it easy to share them with family and friends. Black-and-white developing and scanning is currently $19 per roll, with a turnaround of two business days. Prices and processing times may change, so confirm the details when dropping off your film.
For anyone sorting through a collection of old photographs, Irohas also lists scan-only services for cut and uncut film. If you have negatives stored away from past holidays or family occasions, enquire about having them scanned. It could be a lovely way to make those pictures easier to share with the next generation.
Film photography also makes an enjoyable activity to share with grandchildren. Rather than taking dozens of photos on a phone, you can show them how to choose a subject and make each frame count. A disposable camera offers a simple starting point, and Irohas can extract and develop the film once it’s finished. Comparing the results afterwards is all part of the fun.
The shop’s central location makes it easy to combine a film drop-off with a city outing. There’s also a mail-in service if you’d prefer not to travel into the CBD, with instructions available on the Irohas website.
Whether you’re returning to analogue photography or simply curious about the appeal of film, Irohas Photo Film Lab offers a practical starting point. It’s a chance to slow down, look a little more closely at the world around you and enjoy the surprise of seeing what you’ve captured.
Irohas Photo Film Lab
Trinity Arcade, Shop 202, 72 St Georges Terrace, Perth.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 11am–5pm. Closed Sunday.
Find out more, including current prices and mail-in instructions, on the Irohas Photo Perth website.
