Turn Old Film Reels Into Digital Memories
Super 8, 8mm and 16mm home movies scanned frame by frame in high definition, so you can watch them on your TV and share them with the whole family.
What We Convert
Not sure what film you have? Match your reels to the pictures below.
Super 8 & 8mm
The classic home movie format. Small reels, big memories. Kodachrome welcome.
16mm
Larger reels used for weddings, schools and documentaries. Colour or black and white.
35mm Cine
Full size cinema film. Less common at home, but yes, we transfer it too.
Your film must already be developed (dark film with pictures you can see when held to the light). Got an unshot or undeveloped cartridge? See our motion film developing service.
Simple Pricing
One price, everything included. Files that just work on your TV.
- Super 8 & 8mm: $55 per 50ft reel
- 16mm: $55 per 100ft reel
- High resolution 2.5K frame-by-frame scan
- Dust and scratch clean-up included
- MP4 video files that play on your TV, computer and phone
- Your original reels always returned
*Longer reels are priced by length, see the reel guide. Professional uncompressed files (.MOV) available for editors and archives at $65 per reel. 35mm cine priced on inspection, just ask.
How Big Are Your Reels?
Hold a reel up and compare. This is roughly what your transfer will cost (Super 8 / 8mm).
Got a whole box? Bring it in, or send us a photo through the quote form below and we will count them up for you.
How It Works
Bring your reels in, or post them to us from anywhere in Australia.
In-Store Drop Off
- Visit either store. Alexandria (Sydney) or Wollongong, Mon to Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 10am to 2pm. No appointment needed.
- We check your reels together. We count them, confirm the price on the spot and answer any questions.
- We text you when ready. Collect your originals and your new digital files.
Mail-In Order
- Fill out the order form.
- Post your reels. We recommend Australia Post Express with tracking.
- We convert and return everything. Originals and digital files, safely back to you.
How You Get Your Films
💾 USB Drive
Best for safekeeping. Plug it straight into the back of your TV. Bring your own USB (free) or buy one from us.
☁ Online Link
Best for sharing. We email you a link to watch immediately and forward to family (available for 7 days, so download a copy).
Frequently Asked Questions
Always. Your originals are returned with your digital files, whether you drop off or mail in.
Yes. Developed Kodachrome transfers beautifully, and its colours have usually survived the decades better than anything else. Bring it in.
Yes. We supply standard MP4 video files. On a smart TV, plug the USB into the TV's USB slot. On a phone or computer, just tap the link we email you.
Not directly, it needs developing first. We do that too: see our motion film developing service, then we can transfer it.
Bring it in anyway. We inspect every reel first, repair simple breaks, and tell you honestly what condition it is in and what result to expect before any work starts.
Completely. We only check the start and end of each transfer for quality. Your films are your business.
It depends on how many reels you have and their condition. Ask when you drop off, or mention it in the quote form and we will give you a current estimate.
Get A Free Quote
Tell us what you have and we will reply with a price. Or just call us on (02) 8041 7049.