>16mm Cine Film
Cine to DVD and Computer Files
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At our specialist cine film transfer studio, we provide high-quality services for converting and transferring 16mm cine film to DVD and editable file formats. With over 25 years of experience, we are dedicated to preserving your memories and making them accessible in modern formats. Whether you have classic family films, old documentaries, or rare footage, our expert team ensures the best results for your film conversion needs.
Our Services
We handle various formats, including:
- 8mm Cine Film
- 9.5mm Cine Film
- 16mm Cine Film
- Polavision Films
Our comprehensive services include film transfer, copying, and conversion, ensuring that your precious footage is preserved and digitized for both personal and professional use. Once transferred, you can view your films on DVD or as editable digital files, making it easy to share, edit, or store your memories.
Professional Film Transfer
We understand that old cine films can be delicate and fragile, which is why we take extra care in handling and processing each reel. Our advanced equipment and experienced technicians guarantee that the films are transferred with the highest quality standards.
Why Choose Us?
- Over 25 years of experience in cine film transfers.
- Convenient location: Visit us at our studios on Archway Road, Highgate, London N6, or take advantage of our mail order service from anywhere in the UK.
- Personalized service: We provide tailored solutions to meet your specific needs, whether you're looking for a simple conversion or professional editing.
Let us help you bring your old cine films into the digital age—contact us today to learn more about our 16mm film transfer services.
Costs - 9.5mm and 16mm Cine Film
- All Cine Film Formats - Super8 8mm 9.5mm and 16mm
- Turn around time is usually two weeks
- Big Discounts are given for quantities
- Editable .MOV files for home editing are available
- Contrast. Colour & Exposure optimisation come included in the cost
- Extra DVD back up copies are only £8
How to Order
If you cannot make it into our shop simply post your cine film to us - don't forget to include your instructions, address and telephone number. On receipt of your work we will call you, confirm your instructions, and take payment by credit card over the phone..
Editable Computer Files
Instead of an encoded DVD, you may wish to order an an editable computer file for home editing. We can supply you with an editable file for editing on PCs and MACs. We ask customers to provide an external hard drive or large capacity USB stick for this purpose. Cloud based download is also available
Extra DVDs - £8
Although DVDs last a lifetime without deterioration in quality one scratch or scuff mark will render it unplayable. For this reason we strongly advise you to order an extra DVD back up copy of your cine transfer work - the cost is only £6 per DVD.
Time and Length
The easiest way to find out both the running time and the film footage of 16mm film is to measure the diameter of the reel
- 3" diameter - 50ft, 2 minutes
- 5" diameter - 200ft, 8 minutes
- 7" diameter - 400ft, 15 minutes
- 9" diameter - 800ft, 30 minutes
- 12" diameter - 1200ft, 45 minutes
Please note that running times are approximate as they depend on the frame rate
Cleaning
All cine film that comes into our studios is assessed for damage and cleanliness, FREE OF CHARGE. Typically, films may need resplicing and a puff of compressed air to remove dust and hairs. In our experience, no serious cleaning is usually necessary.
On occasion, cine film comes in smelling of vinegar - Vinegar Syndrome, or may be badly affected with mould and mildew. If this happens, we will contact you to discuss the options.
More Info
16mm Cine Identification
16mm cine film is so-called because it measures 16mm across.
There are three types of 16mm in common consumer use. These are 16mm film with a brown magnetic sound strip down the side, 16mm film with an optical sound strip down the side, and finally, cine film with no sound.
The Process
Huge advances in film scanning technology means we can bring you exceptional quality at the cheapest ever prices.
No sprockets to damage your film. It is Perfect for old and fragile film. It has an LED light source - no heat produced.
There are no gears or sprockets to damage film. Colour correction and contrast optimisation come as standard