8mm Film
The most popular format used, 8mm film offers decent picture quality but no sound.
Convert 16mm Film to Digital
16mm film was introduced by Kodak in 1923 and became popular among professional filmmakers and home enthusiasts alike. If you still have old dusty 16mm film reels, chances are that you have no way of even seeing what’s on them. The bad news is that due to their chemical makeup, 16mm film degrades and deteriorates away over time.
The good news is that we convert 16mm film to digital or DVD using an advanced frame-by-frame process so that they can be enjoyed once again. Our professional 16mm film transfer service ensures that your old family footage is preserved and can be shared for generations to come. Contact us today or place your order online to get started.
8mm Film to Digital | Super8 Film to Digital | 16mm Film to Digital
Super8 Film
A step up from 8mm film, Super8 film includes sound as well as improves picture quality.
16mm Film
For the household professional, 16mm film offers a boost in picture quality and can be made with or without sound.
Movie Film Conversion Prices 8mm, Super 8, 16mm Film Pricing
| QUANTITY (FEET) | Up to 2,500 | 2,501 - 5,000 | 5,001 - 10,000 | 10,001 - 20,000 | 20,001+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk Quantity Discount | 10% | 15% | 20% | 25% | |
| Standard Definition | $0.26 | $0.23 | $0.22 | $0.21 | $0.20 |
| High Definition | $0.30 | $0.27 | $0.26 | $0.24 | $0.23 |
| 2K Definition | $0.36 | $0.32 | $0.31 | $0.27 | $0.29 |
| 4K Definition (16mm Only) | $0.45 | $0.41 | $0.38 | $0.35 | $0.33 |
| ADDITIONAL MOVIE FILM TRANSFER OPTIONS | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Create Video DVD with Custom Menu, Chapters & Case | $15 per DVD |
| Additional DVD Copies | $7 per DVD |
| Create Blu-ray Disc with Custom Menu, Chapters & Case (HD & 2K only) | $45 per Disc |
| Additional Blu-ray Copies (HD & 2K only) | $19 per Disc |
| Sound Capture (Super 8 & 16mm Only) | $50 per 1,000 ft |
| Add Background Music (Classical, Jazz, Light Rock, etc.) | $25 per 1,000 ft |
| Custom On-Screen Titles | $5 per Title |
| Custom Video Editing Service | $55 per hour |
Every 16mm Film Conversion Includes:
- Inspection & Cleaning to Remove Dust, Mold and Contaminants
- Repair Old Splices, Remove Blank Film, Replace Leaders
- Custom Naming of Video Files by Label
- Link to View and Download Video Files Online
- Free Shipping for Orders Over $250
- Free Pickup for Orders over $500 (NYC Tri-State Area)
Convert 16mm Film to Digital Process
Our extensive preparation and post-production processes ensure the highest quality transfer of your 16mm film to DVD or digital format. All 16mm film reels are inspected, cleaned, and lubricated before transferring. We also remove blank film & damaged perforations, repair splices, and replace leaders as necessary.
Our experienced technicians use state-of-the-art, frame-by-frame equipment to transfer your 16mm film. Each individual frame is scanned as its own high-quality image using a progressive scan capture system. The scanned images are then transformed into a seamless motion picture using specialized video editing software. The frame-by-frame method offers a superior, accurate, flicker-free viewing experience when transferring 16mm film to DVD or digital.
All film footage is organized and named according to your labels on the reels or cans. In order to reduce interrupting segments and allow for better storage, we consolidate multiple small reels of 16mm film (50 to 100 feet) onto larger 400’ take-up reels. All film content is reviewed, optimized, and formatted to MP4 files. Upon request, we can also output to AVI, MOV, or Apple Prores.
We can also capture audio from 16mm film with magnetic or optical sound strips. Our film conversion techs will adjust and synchronize the audio for the best playback. If your film doesn’t have sound, it can remain silent or we could add royalty-free background music in the genre of your choice.
16mm to Digital Resolution Options
16mm film actually has a native resolution that is higher than Standard Definition. When converting 16mm film to digital, the resolution refers to the size of the video image as well as the amount of information being captured. We offer 3 resolution options to best suit your needs.
- SD16mm Film transferred in Standard Definition has a resolution of 720x480 and an aspect ratio of 4:3. Since 16mm film has a native aspect ratio of 16:9, capturing in SD loses part of the image on both sides. Standard Definition also does not capture as much detail as HD or 2K, which can become evident when viewing on large screens.
- HD Converting 16mm film to digital in High Definition has a resolution of 1920x1080 and an aspect ratio of 16:9, ensuring that 100% of the image is captured and nothing is lost. Converting 16mm film in HD also captures 5 times the amount of pixels as SD, resulting in a clearer image that is perfect for viewing on widescreen television sets. HD has become the new standard for all things video.
- 2K Digitizing 16mm film in 2K captures amazing detail with a clearer and more colorful picture than SD or HD. Transferring film in 2K can be captured at a resolution of 2048x1535 (4:3 aspect ratio) or 2048x1152 (16:9 aspect ratio). For the absolute best quality, 2K is the way to go.
