8mm -> tape

BOF · 12-15-2001, 10:11 PM

I have some old 8mm films (family movies, both Standard 8 and Super 8) that I would like transferred to VHS tape and/or CD.

Can anyone please recommend a reliable source for getting this done?

Thanks.

*Tatu* · 12-18-2001, 10:59 AM

A quick search on Google led me to some one who does it for you ( http://www.homemoviesoncd.com/8mmfilm.htm ). Maybe some one with more experience with this can tell you if you could just do this yourself.

HTH

*Monty* · 12-18-2001, 11:10 AM

The way I did this was to use the projecter to play the old film, and I put my camcorder on a tripod and taped it right off the screen. Not real high tech, but the price is right

Mont

zmax · 12-18-2001, 08:49 PM

Monty I did the exact same thing!
And not only is the price right but its just as good if not better!
Plus I really like the sound of the projector so when you watch the vid its like youre really watching the film. Beats some corny music they otherwise put on!

David

BOF · 12-18-2001, 11:52 PM

Thanks again for all your replies.

Unfortunately, I no longer have access to a projector. I just wondered if anyone had used a copying company and could recommend it.

zmax · 12-19-2001, 12:01 PM

BOF you should try to find one locally. Im not sure how many of us know any in Hong Kong!

Don't mail them anywhere!
Maybe you can rent a projector or find someone who has one. You might find one in an antique shop or something.

David

BOF · 12-19-2001, 03:39 PM

Thanks, David - I've looked around here in Hong Kong but can't find such a service. I had thought of mailing my films to the States, or elsewhere - but your cautionary note has me thinking. They are, of course, irreplaceable, and maybe I shouldn't take the chance!

Back to the drawing board! I'll try to find a projector and do the job myself. Thanks again for the help.

Best regards to all.