How Much Does 35mm Film Cost? A Current Price Guide from Budget to Premium Stocks
Film photography has never been just about the cost of a roll. It is about the experience of photographing, the way a film responds to light, the colors or tones it produces, and the relationship we develop with the images we make.
Still, prices matter. And with analog photography attracting photographers of different generations, knowing how much a roll of 35mm film costs is a useful starting point, especially if you want to shoot regularly without spending a fortune. The good news is that there are still relatively affordable options. The less encouraging news is that some of the most popular professional films can make every frame considerably more expensive.
35mm Film Prices: From Budget to Premium
The following table provides an approximate price guide for popular 35mm film stocks. Prices are expressed in US dollars and refer to a single roll, generally with 36 exposures. They are estimates based on Mexican retail prices converted to USD, so actual prices may differ depending on the country, retailer, availability, and shipping costs.
| Film Stock | Type | ISO | Approx. Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fomapan 100 Classic | Black & White | 100 | $10.85 |
| Fomapan 200 Creative | Black & White | 200 | $11.00 |
| Fomapan 400 Action | Black & White | 400 | $11.00 |
| Harman Verita 200 | Color | 200 | $10.00–14.00 |
| Kodak Gold 200 | Color | 200 | $10.85–14.70 |
| Fujifilm 200 | Color | 200 | $11.10–17.20 |
| Kodak ColorPlus 200 | Color | 200 | $12.70–13.60 |
| Kodak UltraMax 400 | Color | 400 | $12.20–16.95 |
| Fujifilm 400 | Color | 400 | $12.20–20.30 |
| Kodak Tri-X 400 | Black & White | 400 | $12.80–16.70 |
| Ilford HP5 Plus | Black & White | 400 | $13.80–15.30 |
| Ilford FP4 Plus | Black & White | 125 | $16.70–18.90 |
| Kodak Ektar 100 | Color | 100 | $20.55 |
| Kodak Portra 400 | Color | 400 | $22.20–25.85 |
| Kodak Portra 800 | Color | 800 | $24.80–27.70 |
| CineStill 800T | Color (Tungsten) | 800 | $26.10 |
Prices are approximate estimates for 35mm film, generally 36 exposures. Actual prices vary by retailer, country, and availability. Developing, scanning, shipping, and taxes are not included.
I hope this helps a little all those photographers still shooting film. Let me know your thoughts and please feel you free to add more informations if you have.
