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Video/Camcorder Tapes
| Type | Length | 1-5 Tapes | 6-10 Tapes | 11-20 Tapes | 21-50 Tapes | 50+ Tapes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VHS (Video Home System) – Standard home video format. | Up to 3 Hours* | £12.99 | £11.99 | £10.99 | £9.99 | £8.99 |
| VHS-C (Compact VHS) – Smaller VHS tape for camcorders; played in regular VHS with adapter. | 1-2 Hours | £11.99 | £10.99 | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 |
| Video8 – Analog 8 mm. | 30-120 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| Hi8 – Higher resolution analog 8 mm. | 30-120 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| Digital8 – Digital recording on 8 mm cassette. | 30-120 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| MiniDV – Small digital tape, very common for camcorders in the 1990s–2000s. | 60-90 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| MiniDVD (Mini Digital Versatile Disc) – Compact DVD format (typically 8 cm / 3 inches in diameter) | 30-120 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| *£3 per additional hour |
Scan Details
All tapes are scanned at 720p (Pixel Dimensions (Width × Height) 1280 × 720). This is because analogue video tape cannot be copied at 1080p in the true sense. Formats like VHS, VHS-C, Hi8 or MiniDV store video as an analogue signal with the horizontal resolution being roughly 240–333 lines, which is far below 1080 lines of vertical resolution in 1080p. That said, you can digitise an analogue tape and export it as a 1080p file, but this is just upscaling: you are not adding real detail. The original tape simply doesn’t have enough information to truly fill 1080p. It’s like taking a small painting and printing it on a huge poster—it fills the space but doesn’t magically gain extra detail.
Cine Films
| Length | 1 Reel | 2-5 Reels | 6-10 Reels | 11-20 Reels | 20+ Reels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short reels (≈ 50ft / ~3–5 min) | £12.99 | £11.99 | £10.99 | £9.99 | £8.99 |
| Medium reels (≈ 100–200ft / ~7–15 min) | £18.99 | £17.99 | £15.99 | £13.99 | £11.99 |
| Long reels (≈ 300–400ft / ~20–30 min) | £25.99 | £23.99 | £21.99 | £19.99 | £17.99 |
| Very long reels / bulk orders (≥ 600ft / 40+ min) | £35.99 | £32.99 | £29.99 | £27.99 | £25.99 |
Scan Details
All films are scanned at 720p (Pixel Dimensions (Width × Height) 1280 × 720). Film is scanned at 1080p to faithfully preserve the subtle details, textures, and full range of colors present in the original footage. By scanning at this resolution, we can capture the nuances of the image, from the finest grain patterns to the delicate shifts in lighting and color that give the film its unique character. Every frame is treated with care to ensure that the visual integrity of the original material is maintained, allowing viewers to experience the film as closely as possible to its intended presentation.
Photographs
| Scan Size | Details | 1-99 Photos | 100-299 Photos | 300-999 Photos | 1,000-4,999 Photos | 5,000+ Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300dpi – 9x13cm up to 21x91cm (panoramic) | Good for most prints up to 8×10 inches | 10p | 9p | 8p | 7p | 5p |
| 600dpi – 9x13cm up to 21x91cm (panoramic) | Captures finer details, better for enlargements or archival purposes | 15p | 13p | 11p | 10p | 8p |
Scan Details
300 DPI (Dots Per Inch): This resolution is generally sufficient for standard printing and digital use. Scanning at 300 DPI captures enough detail for most everyday purposes, such as sharing online, emailing, or printing at sizes similar to the original photo. The file size is smaller, making it easier to store and manage.
600 DPI (Dots Per Inch): This higher resolution captures much finer detail, which is especially useful for enlarging photos, archiving, or professional printing where image clarity is critical. Scanning at 600 DPI results in larger files, but it preserves more of the subtle textures and sharpness in the original photograph.
Negatives – 35mm & Medium Format
| Scan Size | Details | 1-99 Negs | 100-299 Negs | 300-999 Negs | 1,000-4,999 Negs | 5,000+ Negs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2400dpi | Good balance of quality and file size | 25p | 22p | 21p | 20p | 18p |
| 3200dpi | For sharper results | 30p | 28p | 27p | 25p | 22p |
| 4800-6400dpi | For very high-quality prints or large formats | 35p | 33p | 30p | 28p | 25p |
Scan Details
When scanning 35mm or medium format negatives, the DPI setting determines how much detail is captured and the potential print size. Scanning at 2400 DPI is ideal for general use and prints up to roughly 8×10 inches (35mm) or larger for medium format, with smaller file sizes and faster scans. Increasing to 3200 DPI captures finer detail, suitable for higher-quality prints or archiving, while 4800–6400 DPI maximises detail for professional archiving or very large prints, though it produces much larger files and longer scan times. For most everyday purposes, 2400–3200 DPI is sufficient, while medium format benefits more noticeably from higher DPI scans.
Transparencies/Slides – 35mm, Medium Format & Medium Format Panoramic
| Scan Size | Details | 1-99 Slides | 100-299 Slides | 300-999 Slides | 1,000-4,999 Slides | 5,000+ Slides |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2400dpi | Typical scans for web / sharing / basic prints | 18p | 16p | 14p | 12p | 10p |
| 4800dpi | High-quality prints (up to A4–A3) | 20p | 18p | 16p | 14p | 12p |
| 6400dpi | Archival / high-resolution (large prints / cropping) | 25p | 20p | 18p | 16p | 14p |
Scan Details
When scanning 35mm or medium format slides, the DPI you choose affects image detail, file size, and print potential. Scanning at 2400 DPI produces good-quality images suitable for standard prints and casual use, capturing basic detail with relatively small files. 4800 DPI captures finer textures, film grain, and small details, making it ideal for larger prints or more detailed editing, though file sizes are larger. 6400 DPI maximizes detail, perfect for professional archival or very large reproductions, but generates very large files and is often more than necessary for everyday use. Medium format slides benefit more from higher DPI than 35mm, as they contain more inherent detail.
Audio Cassette Tapes
| Type | Length | 1-5 Tapes | 6-10 Tapes | 11-20 Tapes | 21-50 Tapes | 50+ Tapes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C60 | Up to 60 min | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 | £6.99 | £5.99 |
| C90 | Up to 90 min | £11.99 | £10.99 | £9.99 | £8.99 | £7.99 |
| C120 | Up to 120 min | £13.99 | £12.99 | £11.99 | £10.99 | £9.99 |
Transfer Details
We carefully transfer your analogue audio cassettes into digital MP3 format, preserving the sound as clearly as possible. Each tape is played back in real time and recorded using professional-quality equipment, ensuring your recordings are captured accurately, with basic audio cleanup to reduce hiss and noise where possible. MP3 files created as a separate file for each side of the tape, and optional extras such as track splitting, advanced audio restoration, or express turnaround are available.
Negatives – 35mm & Medium Format
| Scan Size | 1-99 Negs | 100-299 Negs | 300-999 Negs | 1,000-4,999 Negs | 5,000+ Negs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2400dpi | Good balance of quality and file size | 25p | 22p | 21p | 20p | 18p |
| 3200dpi | For sharper results | 30p | 28p | 27p | 25p | 22p |
| 4800-6400dpi | For very high-quality prints or large formats | 35p | 33p | 30p | 28p | 25p |
Scan Size Details
When scanning 35mm or medium format negatives, the DPI setting determines how much detail is captured and the potential print size. Scanning at 2400 DPI is ideal for general use and prints up to roughly 8×10 inches (35mm) or larger for medium format, with smaller file sizes and faster scans. Increasing to 3200 DPI captures finer detail, suitable for higher-quality prints or archiving, while 4800–6400 DPI maximises detail for professional archiving or very large prints, though it produces much larger files and longer scan times. For most everyday purposes, 2400–3200 DPI is sufficient, while medium format benefits more noticeably from higher DPI scans.
Extras
| DVD | £2 |
| CD | £2 |
| USB – Depends upon size needed | £5-£15 |
| Digital Download | FREE |
| Blank Tapes – If any tape is blank when converting, there is no charge! | FREE |
| Footage Editing | £30 per hour |