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Super 8 Film & 8mm Film to Digital Conversion

Super 8 and 8mm film to digital

In the 1960s and 1970s with the introduction of the new film format by kodak in 1965, super 8mm film quickly became popular for shooting home movies of events such as weddings, birthdays, family celebrations, vacations, holidays etc. Unsurprisingly thus, countless rolls of the standard 8mm and super 8 are stored in basements and attics in many homes. Remember analogue media such as 8mm film will eventually deteriorate beyond repair or restoration. It is better to digitise them sooner than later.

film strip

Benefits of converting your super 8 or 8mm film to digital:

  • Easy to copy with no loss of quality. You can share with your family and friends.
  • Digital files can be edited. Add audio soundtrack (music or commentary), remove unwanted parts, combine with other files, incorporate in slideshows etc..
  • Digital versions do not deteriorate over time or usage. Its ensures they can be shared with future generations.
  • Numerous devices that play digital files are readily available today. The transference to future devices and formats should be easier.
  • Easy to navigate to particular section or point of interests within the content.

With the help of specialised equipment and software we can convert your super 8 or standard 8mm film to a digital format that is most appropriate to you:

USB

  • Plug n' play. Can view your videos in devices such as computers, Smart TVs, phones, tablets, other media players.
  • Archiving, editing and sharing
  • optional add-ons: background music

DVD

  • Authored DVDs are fully functional in device that play DVDs (DVD and Bluray players, PCs)
  • Includes chapters for easy navigation
  • Optional add-ons: background music, menus, custom disc label and case cover

Super 8 and standard 8mm film reel size (diameter). If the film fills the entire reel the length film should be approximately 50ft, 200ft and 400ft for reels with a diameter of 3", 5" and 7" respectively. Length of film in partially full reels can be estimated by measuring the diameter of the film roll itself. For instance, 4" and 6" film rolls can be approximated to be 100ft and 300ft in length respectively.

3 inch (7.5cm)
50ft

3inch 8mm film reel

5 inch (12.5cm)
200ft

5inch 8mm film reel

7 inch (17.5cm)
400ft

7inch 8mm film reel