About Us


Worldwide Paterson is best known for the high quality darkroom equipment it manufactures here in the UK.

For nearly sixty years Paterson have specialised in the manufacture and supply of equipment for the manual processing of silver based photographic film and paper.

Paterson darkroom products are in use all over the world in schools, colleges, and professional and enthusiast’s darkrooms.

The comprehensive range of products includes film developing tanks, measuring graduates, enlarger accessories, film and print washing equipment and 35mm and roll film enlargers.

All of the darkroom plastics are manufactured in Paterson’s own factory in the UK.


Paterson Darkroom is distributed in Canada by Amplis Foto Inc.

ABOUT AMPLIS

Amplis Foto

Founded in 1983 by Hans Ohlig, Amplis is a family-owned marketing and distribution company in the imaging, consumer electronics, outdoor and fine art spaces in Canada.

Our mission is to enable Canadians to achieve their imaging goals by providing the best tools available.

We represent the world’s leading photo, video and digital products – our suppliers are leaders in innovation, reliability, durability and versatility. Our in-house service facilities in Markham, Ontario provide reliable, fast service both in and out of warranty for all our products. We are a dedicated partner for our suppliers and our customers.

Visit: www.amplis.com for more information