AGO Film Processor

Film developing made effortless

Develop black and white or color film from the comfort of your home. AGO automatic processor takes care of everything. Just set it and forget it.

$496

Including VAT for EU customers

14-day returns — full refund if you’re not impressed

Free worldwide shipping for AGO — EU & USA delivery in under 5 days

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Who is AGO for?

Film photographers who shoot 2–10 rolls a month
Home developers tired of manual agitation and lacking consistency
Creatives who want control, consistency, and peace of mind

Take full control of your film — at home, in minutes.

✔️ Never miss a process step — AGO keeps you on track

✔️ Get consistent negatives with smart monitoring

✔️ Automatic agitation gives you back valuable time

✔️ Save chemistry with rotary processing

✔️ Maintain control over every aspect of your film

Trusted by 1500+ film photographers around the world!

Learn quickly from a video

Open to view all the current programs in AGO

B&W – General

B&W – Cinestill DF96

C-41 – Bellini

C-41 – Tetenal

C-41 – Flic Film

C-41 – Cinestill

C-41 – Arista, Unicolor

C-41 – Adox

C-41 – Jobo

E-6 – Arista

E-6 – Cinestill D6

ECN-2 – Cinestill

ECN-2 Jobo, Bellini

ECN-2 – Flic Film

RA-4 – Arista

Next additions:
Fuji C-41 kit
Kodak C-41 kit

Jobo E-6

Adox E-6

Quick Specs

✔️ Supports 35mm, 120, 4×5, 5×7, and 8×10 film
✔️ Compatible with B&W, C-41, E-6, and RA-4 processes
✔️ Works with all Paterson Super System 4 tanks
✔️ Develops 1 to 8 rolls at once (depending on tank)
✔️ Battery lasts 5 hours per charge (USB-C charging)
✔️ Fully adjustable programs and custom processing control
✔️ Includes full manual and step-by-step video guides

Why developing with AGO is super easy

Active Time-Compensation

Just warm up your chemistry — AGO takes care of the rest.

Our Active Time-Compensation feature automatically adjusts development time if the temperature shifts during processing. That means perfectly developed film, every time — without lab-level guesswork.

Automatic Agitation

AGO lets you control how your film is agitated — stick or rotary, fast or slow. Prefer hands-off processing? Use rotary mode and let AGO manage the whole process. Want more control? Stick mode is supported too.

A built-in alarm alerts you when it’s time to act, so you never miss a beat.

Rotary Processing

With horizontal rotary agitation, AGO uses up to 60% less chemistry than traditional methods. That means fewer chemicals to buy, less waste, and a cleaner, more efficient workflow — whether you’re developing one roll or eight.

Compatibility

AGO is compatible with all Paterson Super System 4 tanks — from single-roll to multi-reel setups. You can develop from just one roll of film up to eight rolls at once. Already own a Paterson tank? You can use it with AGO as long as you have the AGO funnel.

Reels for Large Format and Printing

Need to go big? AGO supports 4×5, 5×7, and even 8×10 film reels. You can also develop RA-4 or black & white darkroom prints — right from the comfort of your home setup.

Custom Programs

Everyone’s workflow is a little different — so AGO lets you make it your own. Create and upload custom processing programs from your computer or phone, or fine-tune any existing preset to fit your exact preferences.

AGO automatically adjusts timing based on temperature — so your results stay consistent, even if your chemistry isn’t perfectly warm.

Frequently asked questions about AGO

What formats and processes can I develop?

AGO supports all major film formats: 35mm, 120, 4×5, 5×7, and 8×10.

It works with Black & White, C-41, E-6, ECN-2, and RA-4 processes — so you’re fully covered, no matter how you shoot.

Is AGO beginner-friendly?

Absolutely. If you’ve never developed film before, AGO takes the stress out of it.

Just warm your chemistry, follow the steps, and let AGO handle the hard part. You’ll also get a full manual and video tutorials to guide you.

How many rolls of film can I develop at once?

AGO can process anywhere from 1 to 8 rolls of 35mm or medium format film, depending on the tank you’re using.

Can I use my existing gear?

Yes! AGO works with all Paterson Super System 4 tanks and reels. If you already own a Paterson tank, you only need the AGO funnel to get started.

Does AGO heat chemicals?

AGO doesn’t heat the chemistry directly — but it does monitor and adjust for temperature changes during development.

Just pre-warm your chemicals to the right starting temp, and AGO takes care of the rest using active time compensation.

How long does the battery last?

The battery lasts up to 5 hours on a single charge — enough for a full day of developing. It charges via USB-C.

Are the batteries changeable?

Yes, you can easily replace the batteries in AGO if needed.
If anything happens during the warranty period, we’ll take care of it for you.
Instructions are included in the User Manual.

Can I create my own development programs?

Yes! You can easily customize your development steps on your phone or computer, then upload them to AGO. It’s perfect if you want to experiment or follow specific film/chemistry recipes.

How much chemistry should I use in each tank?

Here’s a handy chart to guide you based on tank size and film format:

What’s in the box?

AGO film processor
AGO funnel
Paterson tank fitting (for two 35mm or one 120)
2× Paterson developing reels (135 and 120)
Center column
Rear stand
Paterson rubber tank lid
Quick start guide
Adapter for older Paterson tanks

Have any other questions?
Feel free to contact us!

support@vintagevisual.eu

General

We ship quickly to almost everywhere in the world! If you can select your country at checkout, we can ship it to you.

EU: 3-4 workdays USA: 2-5 workdays Rest of the world: 5-14 days

What’s the warranty like?

AGO comes with a two-year warranty. If anything happens during that time that is caused by poor craftsmanship or build, we will repair or replace your AGO. This includes damages from shipping the AGO to you.

How it works

Set program, pour in developer and hit start

Pour out chemicals when timer runs out

Admire your home processed film

What Photographers Love About AGO

Consistency

Automated agitation and smart time adjustments ensure perfect negatives every time.

More Freedom

Let AGO handle development while you relax, prep, or enjoy a coffee.

Saves Chemistry

Rotary processing minimizes chemical use while maintaining top-quality results.

Total Control

Use ready-made programs or customize any program to your liking.

Awards

Reviews from users

Jonathan Turbide

Verified AGO Owner

5/5

It improved my film development so much

2 weeks ago

Olly Hitchen

Reviewer

5/5

It’s compact which is great. It manages the time compensation of the development for both black and white and colour making managing processing film much easier and removes the element of doubt!

3 weeks ago

Andy Albonetti

Reviewer

5/5

I like how the AGO wraps temperature compensation, timer and agitation functions together in a compact form. I have developed about 10 rolls of film with the AGO and it has really simplified a lot of the process and freed my hands up to do other tasks while it works

3 weeks ago

AGO Film Processor

Film developing made effortless

Develop black and white or color film from the comfort of your home. AGO automatic processor takes care of everything. Just set it and forget it.

Who is AGO for?

Film photographers who shoot 2–10 rolls a month
Home developers tired of manual agitation and lacking consistency
Creatives who want control, consistency, and peace of mind

Description

Take full control of your film — at home, in minutes.

✔️ Never miss a step — AGO keeps perfect timing

✔️ Always get clean, consistent negatives

✔️ Automatic agitation and smart monitoring

✔️ Built-in alarms and reminders keep you on track

✔️ Save chemistry and money with rotary processing

✔️ Develop your way — full control over every aspect

Trusted by more than 1500 film photographers across the world.

Click to see all programs in AGO

B&W

General, Cinestill DF96

C-41

Bellini, Tetenal, Flic Film, Cinestill, Arista, Unicolor, Adox, Jobo

E-6

Arista, Cinestill D6

ECN-2

Cinestill, Jobo, Bellini, Flic Film

RA-4

Arista

Next additions:

C-41: Kodak, Fuji

E-6: Jobo, Adox

Features and Specifications

Why developing with AGO is super easy

Active Time-Compensation

Just get the chemical temperature into the range for the start of your development
and AGO will take it from there.

AGO monitors your chemical temperature and compensates development time for any
temperature drop or increase, ensuring perfect negatives with every development.

Automatic Agitation

You maintain control of agitation type, speed, and interval—whether it’s stick or
rotational agitation. Keep in mind that in stick agitation, the time compensation
will not work.
A timely alarm lets you know when it’s time to take action
and change the chemicals or admire the results.

Rotary processing

With horizontal rotational agitation, you can save from 40% to 60% on chemicals
depending on your use case and the size of the Paterson tank you decide to use.

Compatibility

AGO is compatible with all sizes of Paterson Super System 4 tanks. Develop from
just one roll of film up to eight rolls at once. You can use your old Paterson
tank with AGO, provided you have an AGO funnel.

Reels for large format and printing

Use our large format reels to develop your 4×5, 5×7, or 8×10 film, or make RA-4
and B&W prints in the comfort of your own home.

Custom programs

You can easily create your own programs for AGO on your computer or phone, or simply
change any program to fit your liking.

Time Compensation Results

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about AGO

What formats and processes can I develop?

Formats: 135 (35mm), 120 medium format, 4×5, 9×12 (cm), 5×7, 8×10
Processes: Black and White, C41, E6, ECN-2, RA-4

How many rolls of film can I develop at once?

You can develop from 1-8 rolls of 35mm film taking advantage of all size Paterson tanks.

Does AGO heat chemicals?

AGO doesn’t heat your chemicals, but instead compensates time during processing to account for any drop or increase in temperature. You still have to get the chemicals up to temperature for the start of developing. AGO will take it from there.

How long does the battery last?

The battery lasts a full day of developing. Formally, 5 hours. Charges easily with USB-C type cable.

Are the batteries changeable?

Yes, you can quite easily replace the batteries in AGO if they should give up at any point. During the warranty we will do it for you if there’s any problem with them. The guidance is written in the User Manual.