About Scan5

Based in Chicago, we take pride in offering a local, secure, and affordable service that our customers can trust.

We specialize in preserving analog media for families, businesses, institutions, and organizations.

With our experienced team and advanced technology, we ensure that your memories are carefully digitized and securely stored while keeping you updated at every step.

All digitizing work is performed on-site in our Chicago office.

About Dave

Scan5 was founded by Chicago native, Dave Rosen, who started digitizing family memories out of a small storefront in Wrigleyville back in 2018.

That small storefront grew into the largest digitizing company in Chicago after serving thousands of customers.

Led by Dave, the Scan5 team aims to provide the highest level of professional digitizing to the local community and beyond.

Dave has been featured on CBS News and WGN.

Who we serve

Scan5 serves a wide variety of clients, from local families to prestigious institutions.


Dave has previously managed projects for the University of Chicago, DePaul, and Northwestern, as well as companies like Ace Hardware, Wilson Sporting Goods, and MARS. 



Whether you're a family looking to preserve photos and home movies or a business with boxes full of old analog media, we’re here to help.

Our Promise to You

It's our mission to help families, organizations, and institutions preserve their history with cutting-edge technology and unmatched care.

We treat every project as if it were our own, ensuring that your memories are safely stored and ready to share with future generations.

Why Choose Scan5

At Scan5, we prioritize the safety and preservation of your cherished memories. Our commitment to quality and care ensures that your one-of-a-kind items are in good hands.

Expert Digitizing

Industry-leading technology, including our Lasergraphics scanner, ensures top-quality results.

Personal Care

Every item is handled with precision and treated like our own, guaranteeing impressive results.

Local and Secure

All digitizing work is performed in our office, and your property is carefully labeled and stored in our secure inventory room.

Flexible Storage

Choose cloud, USB, or external drive for convenient access to your digitized files.

Our Commitment to  the Latest Technology

At Scan5, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality digitizing services by continuously adopting the best technology available.

Hollywood-Grade Technology

The same state-of-the-art Lasergraphics scanner used by Hollywood studios for their archival projects is the very tool we use to digitize your films. This ensures you receive studio-level quality for your most cherished memories.

Frame-by-Frame Precision

Our Lasergraphics scanner captures each frame of your film individually, preserving every moment with exact precision. This method ensures that no detail is lost in the digitization process.

High-Resolution Scanning

Capable of scanning at resolutions up to 5K, the Lasergraphics scanner produces stunning, high-quality digital files. Whether it's an 8mm home movie or a 16mm film reel, your memories will be preserved with industry-leading sharpness and color fidelity.

Safe for Fragile Films

Many older films can be brittle and damaged. The Lasergraphics scanner is specifically designed to handle fragile and deteriorating materials, ensuring even delicate films are digitized safely without further degradation.

Superior to Consumer-Grade Scanners

While consumer-grade digitization tools compress and reduce file quality, the Lasergraphics scanner retains every nuance of your film, ensuring each frame is preserved in high-definition for generations to come.

Ready to Preserve your Memories?

We are here to assist with every aspect of your project.

Get in touch with us for a free consultation or custom quote.