Lomography has released a new daylight film processing tank which allows film photographers to develop their film anywhere.
The LOMO Daylight Developing Tank 35mm uses a crank system to load film which Lomography says means a roll of 35mm can be loaded in less just one minute.
“We’re thrilled to introduce the LOMO Daylight Developing Tank 35mm, an exciting tool that makes developing 35 mm film faster, easier, and more accessible than ever. This all-in-one film developing system is designed for developing 35mm film anywhere, anytime – with no darkroom or changing bag required.”
Lomography added: “Thanks to its light-secure design, any 35 mm film can be developed in broad daylight – no need for a darkroom or extra equipment.
“The kit includes a 35 mm developing tank and reel with a built-in film cutter and loading crank, plus a handy film retriever.
“The tank is easy to use, with an intuitive loading crank system – load film in just one relaxed minute, versus at least five nerve-wracking minutes using a standard 35mm reel inside a dark bag!”
Lomography added: “The user-friendly design helps you load film in seconds, using just 350ml chemicals per process with optimized slots for easy liquid pouring and a waterproof lid to prevent spills.
“The tank’s intuitive spooling system, complete with a film-loading crank and film cutter, streamlines the fiddliest part of film processing and the tank’s light-proof design allows film to be loaded and developed in daylight.”
The tank comes as a kit which includes the developing tank, a 35mm film reel, a film retriever and a built-in film cutter.
The tank is available to purchase now and costs £69, with the developing reel available separately at £8.99 and the film retriever at £10.50.
You can see some images processed in the tank that have been shared by Lomography.
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A very good idea. I think the only disadvantage is that it can only develop one roll at a time. Perhaps the next step should be for a daylight tank that can develop two rolls at once.