Can 200 film go through airport security?


Can 200 film go through airport security? The TSA states that film less than 800 ISO can go through the x-ray machine for carry-ons without a problem.


Can Portra 800 go through airport security?

I've shot some Portra 800 I carried around on several trips before shooting it and it was fine, going through the hand-luggage scanner. DO NOT PUT IN CHECKED BAGGAGE. Your film will be damaged and you will cry.


Does airport security ruin 35mm film?

In the past, older models of X-ray scanners were even more damaging to film, particularly high ISO films. However, most current machines used for carry-on luggage scanning use a very mild dose of X-rays that is unlikely to cause any damage to your film if it's under 800 ISO.


Does airport xray ruin Polaroid film?

This is a common concern and people have been asking us for years. X-ray in airport scanners don't affect film that is already developed – digital photos, slides, and developed pictures aren't affected. But undeveloped film is sensitive to light because they are waiting to be exposed.


How do you get film through TSA without ruining it?

We recommend carrying your film in a clear plastic zip-lock-style bag, with which TSA is familiar. Leave your rolls in their plastic canisters and/or sealed packaging whenever possible. We try to keep our cameras unloaded so they can pass through the X-ray machine, but loaded cameras can also be hand-scanned.


How do I protect my disposable camera through TSA?

TSA CT Scanners
  1. Take your film out of all canisters and wrappers.
  2. Place it in a transparent, ziplock bag.
  3. Keep your film in a side pocket or other easy-access area of your carry-on for quick removal.
  4. Don't keep film in any luggage or baggage that will be checked.