Where to get 120 film?

**ismaelg** · 08-17-2013, 04:21 AM

Hi,

I'd like to try 120 film again in my old Yashica Mat 124G. I haven't used it in over 15 years.
Not surprisingly, I can't find 120 film locally any more. I was checking Adorama and B&H. Both have good selection and fair prices but their shipping costs are way too steep, especially for small orders (i.e. 3 rolls). Any suggestion? I'm interested in C41 like either Kodak Ektar 100 or Portra 160.

Thanks,

Colbyt · 08-17-2013, 04:41 AM

It does look scarce in Puerto Rico. Adorama is listed as having it in Google search.

Nesster · 08-17-2013, 05:25 AM

Check Amazon, especially if you have the prime thing.... shipping may be cheaper. Or some ebayer may have it.

I'm unfamiliar with postage to PR for a small, light package

**ismaelg** · 08-17-2013, 05:58 AM

Shipping to Puerto Rico is the same as the mainland. Same USPS, same rates.
Maybe for lack of knowledge, many ebayers and retailers indicate "No shipping to Alaska/Hawaii/Puerto Rico" or it is ridiculously more expensive. Like if they were going to fly down and hand deliver it.....
OK rant off... Sorry

Checking on ebay, there seems to be plenty of supply in Thailand, Hong Kong and China....

stevebrot · 08-17-2013, 07:24 AM

Have you tried Freestyle?

Home | Freestyle Photographic Supplies

Steve

**Banskojoe** · 08-17-2013, 07:49 AM

Originally posted by ismaelg

Hi,

I'd like to try 120 film again in my old Yashica Mat 124G. I haven't used it in over 15 years.
Not surprisingly, I can't find 120 film locally any more. I was checking Adorama and B&H. Both have good selection and fair prices but their shipping costs are way too steep, especially for small orders (i.e. 3 rolls). Any suggestion? I'm interested in C41 like either Kodak Ektar 100 or Portra 160.

Thanks,

Can't speak to shipping costs, but these folks have everything film related and have AAA+++ customer service

Bluemooncamera.com

skierd · 08-20-2013, 11:06 PM

Feel your pain, living in AK. I have a local shop that carries IlFord B+W 120 film and some color slide film, so that's where I try to buy. Try to find a small hole in the wall antique type camera shop, they may have something. Or, try calling B&H or Adorama directly, placing the order over the phone and asking if they're willing to ship it in a small USPS flat rate box. Haven't done it myself yet, but I have with other online-heavy retailers and they obliged.

Edit-went on B&H last night to order some film myself, and they had USPS shipping options. It was about $6 to ship a 5pk of film to AK, which I imagine would be close to what you'd have to pay in Puerto Rico. That's pretty reasonable imo, especially considering if you can even find the film locally, it'll be more expensive than the shipping cost to you. Just wait till you try to get it developed too...

Last edited by skierd; 08-22-2013 at 10:56 AM.

08-17-2013, 04:21 AM	#1
ismaelg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,681	Where to get 120 film? Hi, I'd like to try 120 film again in my old Yashica Mat 124G. I haven't used it in over 15 years. Not surprisingly, I can't find 120 film locally any more. I was checking Adorama and B&H. Both have good selection and fair prices but their shipping costs are way too steep, especially for small orders (i.e. 3 rolls). Any suggestion? I'm interested in C41 like either Kodak Ektar 100 or Portra 160. Thanks,

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Where to Get Film Developed	krp	Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras	29	12-12-2012 05:21 PM
Fuji 120 film development - where in Toronto	Clarkey	Film Processing, Scanning, and Darkroom	11	05-30-2012 07:13 AM
Where to get film?	ismaelg	Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras	10	06-29-2009 10:33 PM
Where to get Mail order B&W film	oinkely	Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras	5	12-10-2008 05:11 AM
Where to get a Film SLR	scribble	Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras	6	03-29-2007 07:11 PM

08-17-2013, 04:41 AM	#2
Colbyt Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Central Kentucky Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,417	It does look scarce in Puerto Rico. Adorama is listed as having it in Google search.

08-17-2013, 05:25 AM	#3
Nesster Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 13,072	Check Amazon, especially if you have the prime thing.... shipping may be cheaper. Or some ebayer may have it. I'm unfamiliar with postage to PR for a small, light package

08-17-2013, 05:58 AM	#4
ismaelg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,681 Original Poster	Shipping to Puerto Rico is the same as the mainland. Same USPS, same rates. Maybe for lack of knowledge, many ebayers and retailers indicate "No shipping to Alaska/Hawaii/Puerto Rico" or it is ridiculously more expensive. Like if they were going to fly down and hand deliver it..... OK rant off... Sorry Checking on ebay, there seems to be plenty of supply in Thailand, Hong Kong and China....

08-17-2013, 07:24 AM	#5
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Have you tried Freestyle? Home \| Freestyle Photographic Supplies Steve

08-17-2013, 07:49 AM	#6
Banskojoe Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 181	Originally posted by ismaelg Hi, I'd like to try 120 film again in my old Yashica Mat 124G. I haven't used it in over 15 years. Not surprisingly, I can't find 120 film locally any more. I was checking Adorama and B&H. Both have good selection and fair prices but their shipping costs are way too steep, especially for small orders (i.e. 3 rolls). Any suggestion? I'm interested in C41 like either Kodak Ektar 100 or Portra 160. Thanks, Can't speak to shipping costs, but these folks have everything film related and have AAA+++ customer service Bluemooncamera.com

08-20-2013, 11:06 PM	#7
skierd Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fairbanks, AK Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,472	Feel your pain, living in AK. I have a local shop that carries IlFord B+W 120 film and some color slide film, so that's where I try to buy. Try to find a small hole in the wall antique type camera shop, they may have something. Or, try calling B&H or Adorama directly, placing the order over the phone and asking if they're willing to ship it in a small USPS flat rate box. Haven't done it myself yet, but I have with other online-heavy retailers and they obliged. Edit-went on B&H last night to order some film myself, and they had USPS shipping options. It was about $6 to ship a 5pk of film to AK, which I imagine would be close to what you'd have to pay in Puerto Rico. That's pretty reasonable imo, especially considering if you can even find the film locally, it'll be more expensive than the shipping cost to you. Just wait till you try to get it developed too... Last edited by skierd; 08-22-2013 at 10:56 AM.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
	Search this Thread: Advanced Search