Video Tape to digital:
Free yourself from obsolete devices! I convert VHS, VHS-C, Mini DV, Hi8, and Video8 to digital Standard Definition MPEG-4 (H.264) files, playable on both Mac and PC, as well as most smart TVs.
Your digitised files can be delivered on your own USB or portable hard drive — or I can supply one for you.
Cost per Tape:
• Up to 1 hour — $20
• 1–2 hours — $30
• 2–4 hours — $40
USBs Available:
• 16GB — $10
• 32GB — $15
• 64GB — $20
• 128GB — $25
I convert Australian PAL formats only.
DVD & CD to digital:
Many customers no longer have access to DVD or CD players. I can extract your video, audio, or data files and convert them to a format compatible with USBs or hard drives — ready to use on your computer or digital device.
Cost:
• $10 per CD
• $15 per DVD
HD 8mm Film Scanning
Convert your silent Standard 8mm or Super 8mm films into 1080p HD MP4 files. Each reel is scanned frame-by-frame, de-noised, and edited together with background music.
This is an ideal way to preserve precious home movies that are at risk of deterioration. Thanks to the latest digital technology, transferring old film has never looked better.
Cost:
• $20 per 50ft
Standard 8mm Reel Sizes & Pricing:
• 50ft / 3-inch (approx. 3–4 mins) — $20
• 100ft / 4-inch (approx. 6–8 mins) — $40
• 200ft / 5-inch (approx. 12–15 mins) — $80
• 400ft / 7-inch (approx. 25–30 mins) — $160
Minimum service charge of $50 per order.
Frequently Asked Questions.
How long do media conversions take?
All conversions happen in real time — for example, a 3-hour tape will take 3 hours to convert. Once that’s complete, I’ll transfer the digital file to your USB or hard drive, which usually takes about an hour.
If you’re on a tight deadline, feel free to give me a call — I’m happy to discuss urgent requests where possible.
What if my tape is damaged / too old to convert?
You’ll only be charged for tapes that are successfully converted. If a tape can't be digitised, you won’t be billed.
What if my tape is TV recordings that I don’t want?
I won’t transfer TV recordings unless specifically requested. You won’t be charged for unwanted content.
What type of tapes do you transfer?
I convert the following formats:
VHS
VHS-C
Mini-DV
Video8, Hi8 & Digital 8
Super 8 film & Standard 8mm Film (silent only)
DVDs & CDs
Where are you located?
I am based in Selby, in the Dandenong Ranges, VIC 3159. Neighbouring areas include; Belgrave, Belgrave South, Menzies Creek. Emerald, Kallista, Monbulk, Sassafras, Olinda, Upwey, Tecoma, Lysterfield, Ferntree Gully, Narre Warren East, Narre Warren, Ferny Creek, Berwick, Boronia and surrounds.
If you're not local, you’re welcome to send your tapes via post or courier.
What resolution do you convert to?
All tapes (including Mini-DV, VHS, and Video8) are converted to Standard Definition (SD).
Super 8 film reels are scanned to High Definition (HD).
What size USB do I need to put my tapes onto?
As a guide, 1 hour of footage equals around 1GB of digital video.
A 3-hour tape = 3GB
Three 3-hour tapes = 9GB
Make sure your USB or hard drive has enough free space for the total hours you’re converting.
Alternatively, I can supply you with an appropriate sized USB.