Scan 120 Film to Save Your Memories
Lucky enough to have Medium Format Memories with old 120 Film? Lucky you! but year by year those negatives re slowly degrading. Don’t let your memories fade away!
We have a dedicated setup for scanning and converting 120 film. Our slow, hand-scanned process keeps the character and detail and once digitised, you’ll be able to share with your family and safeguard them forever.
We can also Convert Slides to Digital, offer a full Photo Scanning Service, can Scan Photo Albums to Digital and will Convert Film Negatives To Digital Photos if you have these too.
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About Our Service - The Supaphoto© Way
Thousands of Families Have Trusted Supaphoto
Our customers span from private individuals to institutions and TV production companies
How our Service to Scan 120 Film Works
The best thing you could ever do for your family in three simple steps.
1. Package Up Your Memories
Simply pack your beloved memories and send the 120 film to digitise to us. Use either our courier collection and return service or send them to us directly. Ask for your step-by-step welcome pack now.
2. Lovingly Converted
We love what we do. Our dedicated team will digitise your 120 film to digital. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return your original media. Once the digitised photos are ready, you’ll be able to relax and let those memories flood in.
From start to finish, we track your 120 film carefully so you always know their status and when they’ll be ready for return.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
How to Choose the Right Digital Conversion for your 120 Film
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Digitise 120 Film
Convert 120 Film to USB
120 Film to DVD
Your 120 film turned into digital images, accessed and stored safely online. Download your digitised photos from our cloud – instantly from anywhere.
Converted 120 film copied onto a new USB memory stick. Plug in to your computer (or a device with a USB port) to easily view, save and send your digitised photos.
Your original 120 film scanned and copied to a DVD. You’ll be able to enjoy them on a DVD player, computer, or laptop with a DVD drive.
What you’ll Get: Digitised conversions as computer files.
What to Order: Just order a cloud download option to access your digital image files.
Ideal For: Sharing with family and friends.
What you’ll get: Your photos on either a standard USB or an SSD drive.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
What you‘ll get: Your photos on DVD(s).
What to order: Just choose the DVD option to get your digitised photos.
Ideal for: Watching your digital images on a TV as a slideshow.
How to Choose the Right Digital Conversion for your 120 Film
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Digitise 120 Film
Your 120 film turned into digital images, accessed and stored safely online. Download your digitised photos from our cloud – instantly from anywhere.
What you‘ll get: Digitised conversions as computer files.
What to order: Just order a cloud download option to access your digital image files.
Ideal for: Sharing with family and friends.
Convert 120 Film to USB
Converted 120 film copied to a new USB memory stick. Plug into your computer (or a device with a USB port) to easily view, save, and send your digitised photos.
What you’ll get: Your photos on either a standard USB pr SSD drive.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough, or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots) as a slideshow.
120 Film to DVD
Your original photos scanned and copied to a DVD. You’ll be able to enjoy them on a DVD player, a computer, or a laptop with a DVD drive.
What you’ll get: Your photos on DVD(s).
What to Order: Just choose the dvd option to get your digitised photos.
Ideal For: Watching your digital images on a TV as a slideshow.
No1 Choice to Digitise Old Photos in the UK
Watch our short video to see how our 120 film scanning service works from start to finish, along with real examples of scanned images. It explains how we carefully handle every order, the equipment we use and the quality you can expect from your completed scans. Whether you’re preserving treasured family photographs or professional medium format images, the video provides a clear overview of the process and demonstrates how your memories are transformed into high-quality digital files that are easy to store, share and enjoy for years to come.
Our experienced technicians scan every frame of your 120 film using professional-grade equipment within our fully equipped studio, helping to achieve the highest quality results possible. Every image is handled with care and digitally preserved using reliable workflows that prioritise both image quality and the long-term protection of your memories.
Before scanning, we carefully remove surface dust wherever possible to help maintain image quality. Each scan then receives expert colour correction and complimentary cropping to produce faithful digital reproductions that accurately reflect the original photograph while often improving faded or ageing images. If a particular frame presents a challenge, we’ll rescan it using different equipment whenever appropriate to maximise the best possible result.
Your scanned images are supplied in modern, future-proof digital formats suitable for viewing, archiving and producing new prints. We can provide JPEG, TIFF and higher-resolution files to suit different requirements, giving you flexibility whether you’re creating family archives or working with professional images.
Our service extends beyond 120 film. We also professionally digitise photographic prints, albums, enlargements, negatives and slides, making it easier to preserve an entire collection with one trusted provider. If you’re also looking to preserve printed photographs, our professional photo scanning service for printed collections offers the same careful approach and studio-quality results.
If you’re planning the best way to protect your collection for the future, our guide on backing up and storing treasured digital photographs safely explains practical ways to keep your newly digitised memories secure for generations to come.
See also our Prices and FAQs further below.
What you can Expect From Us & Our Advantages
Choosing the right company to scan your 120 film is about more than the final digital files. It’s about knowing your original memories are handled with care throughout the entire process. At Supaphoto, every order is hand-digitised here in the UK by experienced technicians using a straightforward, no-fuss workflow that keeps you informed from the moment your order arrives until your originals are safely returned.
We carefully maintain your batches and keep your photographs and film in the correct order wherever possible, making it simple to view your images exactly as you remember them. There is no charge for blank frames or items that cannot be transferred, and your digital files can be supplied on preloaded USB drives, with compatible digital photo frames also available for an easy way to enjoy your memories straight away.
Our knowledgeable team believes in genuine customer service, so if you have a question you’ll be able to speak to a real person rather than navigating automated systems. Combined with fast turnaround times, multi-point quality assurance and regular order updates, you’ll have confidence that your precious originals are being professionally cared for throughout the process.
With more than 20 years of trusted experience, over 600 genuine 5-star customer reviews, and support provided to museums, television production companies and programmes including the BBC Repair Shop, Supaphoto has built a reputation for careful, dependable media digitisation. If you also have photographic negatives waiting to be preserved, our professional film negative digitisation service offers the same meticulous handling and consistent quality.
Unlike services that rely on ongoing subscription storage, your files are supplied in formats you can keep without hidden annual cloud charges. Optional cloud hosting is available if you would like convenient online access in addition to your own copies.
If you’re planning a larger preservation project, our guides to organising large photo scanning projects efficiently and protecting old photographs before digitising them provide practical advice. You can also browse our Photo Preservation articles and guides for more inspiration on safeguarding family memories for future generations.
We are really proud to be an ongoing technical partner to the TV Production Company behind for the BBC’s Repair Shop and have worked on multiple programmes.
See more examples of references below.
Output & Viewing
Digital file download via Cloud, USB or DVD. Watch on TV, PC, tablet or mobile
Colour Corrections
Expert colour correction plus advanced service options for more discerning customers
AI Photo Enhancement
Optional AI enhancement and restoration delivers cleaner images whilst remaining faithful
Free Services
Free cropping of images, rotating to correct aspect and pre-scan dusting
Security of Handling
We take security of handling very seriously at Supaphoto with step by step tracking
Museum Grade Photo Scanners & Software
We use professional-grade scanning equipment and museum certified software for colour faithful, accurate digital conversions.
See for Yourself - 35mm Slides to Digital Example
We take technical quality seriously at Supaphoto. We uniquely possess our own designed for us / made for us purpose made deep scanner which already delivers fabulous results as you can see from the photographic example below. Now with our REVIVAL AI process and treatment, the quality is even better! We can now optionally use the latest AI to further enhance and restore your images. The technology can sharpen film while recovering accurate detail, remove excess harsh noise while recovering true authentic detail in your film, soften the look of dust and scratches and much more besides – all the time being faithful to your original image.
For more information, watch our photo to digital service and examples video
Before
Pre Treatment
After
Post Treatment
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Sir Richard Attenborough – Just One of Our Proudest Moments
We were so proud to be chosen by the University of Sussex to preserve some of film director Sir Richard Attenborough’s photographs.
Over the years, we’ve also scanned thousands of photo from prestigious photo albums going back to the 1900’s for British politicians to thousands of everyday family photo collections for families throughout the UK.
We were chosen to undertake cine film conversion work for the TV Production Company behind the BBC’s Repair Shop!
Other projects include digitalising Sir Richard Attenborough’s personal collection of images, converting early footage of Virgin Airways promotional films and digitalisation work relating to Windsor Castle, The Mary Rose and the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Our 'Instamatic' Type Film 110 Film, 126 Film & 127 Film Scanning Prices
At Supaphoto we’ve taken pleasure in growing our business slowly through referrals – see prices below and our Service FAQs further down.
Scanning Prices:
Prices Start from £29.99 per project
Please contact us for more info
Prices also include Free Download from Supaphoto Cloud for easy viewing & sharing with family.
Key Service Features:
– Colour correction
– Free rotating and image orientation
– Organisation into logical folders to suit clients needs
– Free cropping
– Free ‘red eye’ corrections
Do you have 35mm Slides?
Do you require prints from negatives or slides?
Like to learn more about our service?
For more info see FAQS section below.
What Do I Want Back? – Choose from one of the following options:
i) JEPG or TIF Digital files sent as a Free Download from Supaphoto Cloud for easy viewing & sharing with family
ii) JPEG or TIF Digital files on a Master USB Stick
iii) Conversion to a CD in a nice presentation case
Optional Extras:
– Back-up Version on Master USB Memory Stick: £19.99
– Back-up Version of CD in Presentation Case: £19.99
– Extra copy of CD in Presentation Case: £9.99
Free Doorstep Collection & Return Delivery
We’re easy to deal with at Supaphoto. Contact Us Now to receive your free welcome pack and address label.
We’ll then liaise with you to get your package collected free of charge. Our prices also includes free return delivery.
Want to Order? – How Can I contact You?
Simple! Just Call us on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
FAQs
We’ve made life easy for you by compiling the the most commonly asked questions that we’ve been asked over the years in one place!
What other free other scanning services do you offer as standard?
– Colour correction
– Free rotating and image orientation
– Organisation into logical folders to suit clients needs
– Free cropping
– Free ‘red eye’ corrections
How can I view my photos?
Could not be easier! Either watch on PC, Laptop, MAC or Phone and as a slideshow or as images in folders. Or plug and play with USB on your TV.
No upfront payment? – when do I pay?
We never charge upfront unlike other companies. Why? Because there’s always a small chance that you may have images not worth scanning.
Is it easy to share with my family?
It’s so easy. Just forward the link we send you or share your USB memory stick.
Which media output is best?
Digital images are easy to view and share on PCs, laptops, ipads and phones. A USB can simply be plugged into a TV nowadays!. Perhaps have with your own DIY family archiving project? Or opt for a back-up set on a USB or CD for safety.
How long does it take?
Typically 5-10 working days or less.
Do you send the originals back?
Yes indeed – It’s important that you always keep your originals somewhere safe.
Does the price include Free Collection and return?
Yes indeed and fully tracked all the way.
What’s your quality like?
We always work with high quality resolution scans for your peace of mind.
Do you clean them beforehand?
One by one, every image is automatically air dusted prior to image capture.
Do you offer an advanced service?
Yes. We offer a museum quality service for more discerning customers and organisations. It delivers quality – higher resolution images with extra treatment such as tint corrections to further enhance them to our ‘Museum Standard’
I don’t want to pay if images are so dark that they are not worth scanning..!
Don’t worry. We will NOT scan any images that are so dark that they would not result in a good discernible image.
I have notes on the back of images. Can I have a scan of that side too?
Yes we can economically scan the reverse of prints too if done at same time.
Can I view and save them on a Free Online Gallery?
Yes indeed and you can share them with your family thereafter.
Where can I read reviews about your service?
We always treat tapes as if they were our own. Read our reviews for yourself
Why should I do it?
All photos slowly fade over time. The sooner you do it – the better.
Do I have to count them?
No need! We’ll tell you the exact number at the end.
Can you organise them?
Each batch will typically be placed in logical folders. For your peace of mind, we normally precede file numbers with the initials of our clients.
What’s your security like?
Rest assured that we take security of handling very seriously and have an insurance policy to match.
I have a lot of images – Can I get a bulk discount?
Contact us to see how we can help. See also our buy now, pay later option.
I still have questions!
Call us for some friendly help on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
Bulk Discount?
Got a large order? We’ll always do our best to help you. Just give us a call and we’ll see what we can do.!
More Help & Guidance
Benefits of Preserving 120 Film Digitally
120 film often contains photographs that simply cannot be recreated. Whether your negatives capture family occasions, weddings, travel, landscapes or professional medium format photography, converting them into high-quality digital files helps protect them from the gradual effects of ageing, dust, scratches and accidental damage.
Once scanned, your images become far easier to organise, duplicate and share with family members across different devices without repeatedly handling the original film. Digital copies also make it straightforward to create prints, photobooks and framed enlargements whenever you wish. If you have additional photographic collections, you can combine your archive with our professional photo scanning service for printed photographs to keep your entire family collection together in one digital library.
Many customers also choose digital preservation because it reduces reliance on ageing storage methods while making future backups much easier. Our article on how to digitise vintage media for long-term preservation explains why early preservation often produces the best long-term results.
How to Place Your Order
Ordering your 120 film scanning service has been designed to be straightforward from beginning to end. Simply select the service that best matches your collection, package your film securely and send it to our UK studio.
Once your order arrives, your film is logged, carefully organised and prepared for digitisation by experienced technicians. Throughout the process, your original order is maintained wherever possible so that your digital images remain easy to browse after scanning.
When your order has been completed, your chosen digital files are supplied in your selected format and your original film is returned to you. If your collection also includes different film formats, our professional medium format and negative digitisation services allow multiple photographic formats to be preserved together within a single project.
If you would like answers before placing your order, you can also browse our Frequently Asked Questions for additional guidance.
A Simple Process Designed Around Your Memories
Many people delay digitising old film because they expect the process to be complicated. In reality, preserving your collection is much simpler than most people imagine.
After receiving your order, we carefully prepare each item before scanning. Images are professionally digitised using dedicated equipment before being checked as part of our quality assurance process. The completed files are then supplied in modern digital formats that are suitable for viewing, sharing, archiving and future printing.
The aim is to provide a straightforward service that removes unnecessary complexity while ensuring your original film is handled with care throughout every stage. If you’re planning to preserve several collections over time, our guide to organising larger digitisation projects successfully contains practical advice that many customers find useful before sending multiple boxes of media.
Digital Download or USB – Which Option Is Right for You?
The best delivery option depends on how you intend to use your newly digitised photographs.
A digital download is ideal if you want fast access to your images and already maintain secure backups on your computer or cloud storage. It allows you to begin viewing and sharing your photographs almost immediately after your order has been completed.
A USB drive is often the preferred choice for customers building a long-term archive. It provides a convenient physical copy that can easily be stored alongside your original film or copied to additional devices for extra security. Many customers also choose both options, giving them immediate access together with an additional offline backup.
Whichever option you choose, it remains sensible to keep more than one copy of important photographs. Our guide on the best ways to back up and protect digital photographs explains simple strategies for keeping your memories safe.
Pricing Guidance
The overall cost of scanning 120 film depends on the size of your collection, the number of frames being digitised and your preferred output format.
When comparing services, it is worth looking beyond the headline price alone. Consider the scan quality, image resolution, handling procedures, available file formats and whether your originals will be returned after digitisation. These factors all contribute to the long-term value of preserving irreplaceable photographs.
Customers who have mixed collections often find it more convenient to digitise several media types together. Alongside 120 film, Supaphoto also offers professional slide scanning services for photographic transparencies, helping families preserve complete photographic archives through one experienced provider.
Understanding 120 Film Compared with Other Film Formats
| Format | Typical Characteristics | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 120 Film | Medium format roll film producing larger negatives than 35mm | Family photography, portraiture, landscape photography and professional cameras |
| 220 Film | Similar image quality to 120 but longer roll capacity | Higher volume medium format photography |
| 35mm Film | Smaller negatives with higher frame counts | Everyday consumer photography |
| 110 Film | Compact cartridge format | Pocket cameras and casual photography |
| 126 Film | Square-format cartridge film | Popular family cameras from previous decades |
| APS Film | Cartridge-based film introduced in the 1990s | Consumer photography with automatic loading |
Understanding the differences between these formats can help you identify older collections before sending them for digitisation.
Photo Learning Zone
What is the best way to scan old 120 film?
Professional scanning equipment generally produces higher-quality digital files while helping preserve valuable original film through careful handling.
Can faded film still be digitised?
Many older films can still be successfully scanned, even when colours have naturally changed over time. Every collection is different, so image quality will depend on the condition of the original film.
Can I combine different photo collections into one archive?
Yes. Many customers choose to digitise negatives, slides, prints and albums together, creating a single organised digital collection that’s easier to search and enjoy.
For broader advice on preserving treasured photographs, explore our Digital Conversion Blog. If you’re planning future family projects, our guide to different photographic formats also helps explain what may already be in your collection.
If you still have specific questions about this service, you’ll also find additional answers in our More Questions About This Service section.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Leaving film in unsuitable storage conditions, such as lofts, garages or damp environments where deterioration may accelerate.
Handling negatives directly with bare fingers, which can leave oils and marks on the film surface.
Relying on only one digital copy instead of keeping additional backups on separate storage devices.
Mixing different film batches together before sending them for scanning if you wish to preserve their original sequence.
Waiting too long before digitising, as older photographic materials can continue to deteriorate naturally over time, making early preservation the safest long-term approach.
More Questions About this Format
A: Scanning 120 film (also known as medium format film) requires specialised film scanners that can handle larger negatives and transparencies. At Supaphoto, we use high-resolution scanners that capture every fine detail of your 120 negatives or slides. The film is first gently cleaned to remove dust, then scanned in resolutions up to 6,200 dpi, ensuring stunning clarity and accurate colour reproduction. Once scanned, your images are saved as JPEG or TIFF files and can be delivered digitally, on USB, or on a DVD — ready to print, share, or archive.
A: 120 film, often referred to as medium format film, is larger than 35mm and produces higher-quality images with exceptional sharpness and dynamic range. It’s popular among professional photographers and enthusiasts who value fine detail and tonal depth. Because of its size, 120 film requires special scanners and handling techniques to ensure every frame is digitised at the highest possible quality. Supaphoto’s film scanning experts are fully equipped to convert 120 negatives or transparencies into beautiful digital images that retain the look and feel of the original film.
A: Yes, we can scan both colour and black & white 120 film. Each type requires a slightly different approach — colour film is balanced for natural tones, while black & white negatives are optimised for strong contrast and depth. At Supaphoto, our technicians use tailored settings to ensure that every image, whether it’s a vivid portrait or a classic monochrome shot, is digitised with the best possible tonal range and sharpness.
A: Yes — in most cases, we can scan and restore old or slightly damaged 120 negatives. Before scanning, our team inspects and carefully cleans each frame using specialised film-safe tools. If there are scratches, fading, or mould spots, we can apply digital correction and colour restoration to enhance the final images. This is especially useful for vintage 120 films that have been stored for many years.
A: Yes, we can scan both negatives and transparencies (positives) from 120 film. Transparency film (also known as slide film) produces rich, vivid colours and is perfect for high-end reproduction or display. Our scanners are specifically calibrated to capture accurate colour balance, shadow detail, and contrast, ensuring your slides look stunning in digital format.
