Abstract: A photographic film cartridge manufactured with an expanded bar code signifying characteristics of the print or photo CD order to be made from the filmstrip image frames particular to the camera in which the filmstrip was exposed or a pre-paid promotion or the like and a photofinishing method and system for use therewith. Additional numbers added at the time of manufacture to the DX bar code on the film cartridge and film package carry information about a customer's photofinishing order to the photofinisher. The additional information is put can include promotions offered by the film manufacturer or can supply additional information about the order, such as exposure format (e.g. a panoramic single use camera, camera) or special printing requirements.