We Preserve Your Films (up to 5K Resolution) for Generations With Lasergraphics
8mm, 16mm, Super 8 and More
Relive your favorite cinematic moments by converting your old film reels with Scan5’s expert digitizing services.
Why Digitize Your Film Now?
Film, like tapes, is vulnerable to time. Over the years, formats such as 8mm and 16mm can degrade, leading to diminished quality or even irreversible damage. By digitizing your films today, you can preserve these cherished memories and ensure they remain with your family for generations to come.
Formats We Digitize
Whatever type of film you have, we’re here to help preserve it:
8mm
16mm
Super 8
Sound Transfer
Handled by Experts with State-of-the-Art Technology
Not all scanners are created equal. Consumer-grade film transfer equipment, like those at general media stores, may provide rudimentary digitizing, but they fall short in terms of quality.
At Scan5, we use ultra high end, professional-grade equipment custom built by Lasergraphics in the USA to safely digitize your film reels frame-by-frame, ensuring each scene is captured in stunning detail and clarity.
We are the ONLY company offering Lasergraphics transfers in Illinois.
Choose the Best Way to Preserve Your Memories
Once your physical items are digitized, you have a few options for how to store them. While all methods are secure, cloud hosting offers the ultimate flexibility and peace of mind.
Cloud Hosting
USB or HDD
Choose the Best Way to Preserve Your Memories
Once your physical items are digitized, you have a few options for how to store them. While all methods are secure, cloud hosting offers the ultimate flexibility and peace of mind.
Cloud Hosting
(30 DAYS FREE!)
USB or HDD
Trusted by Families and Institutions
We’ve worked with families and institutions to help preserve invaluable memories
Family Home Movies
Industry-leading technology, including the Lasergraphics scanner, ensures top-quality results.
Archival Projects
Digitizing is done on-site in Chicago, keeping your media safely in trusted hands.
Film Digitizing FAQ:
8mm, 16mm, Super 8 & More
We digitize 8mm, 16mm, Super 8mm, and most films with soundtracks. We handle both silent and sound film formats, ensuring high-quality transfers for both.
Film reels, especially older formats, degrade due to factors like heat, humidity, and physical wear. Colors fade, mold can grow, and the film can become brittle, potentially making your footage unwatchable. Digitizing now ensures these moments are preserved before further damage occurs.
We use a professional-grade Lasergraphics Film Scanner to scan your film frame-by-frame. This method ensures safe, high-resolution transfers and captures every detail, even on degraded film reels. This is superior to consumer-grade options, ensuring the best quality.
Your film reels are digitized at 5K high resolution to ensure maximum clarity and detail. We offer standard and archival-quality resolutions depending on your needs.
Yes, we can digitize sound from reels that contain audio tracks.
Yes, we offer enhancements such as color correction and scratch and grain reduction.
We handle your film reels with care, storing them in climate-controlled environments during the digitizing process. Afterward, you can opt for secure cloud storage (our recommended solution) or receive your files on USB or external hard drives.
Cloud storage offers the best flexibility and security for your memories. You can access your digitized films from anywhere, share them with family members instantly, and know that they are backed up in a secure environment. No need to worry about physical damage or loss.
Yes, we regularly work with institutions, schools, and organizations to digitize large film archives. We can provide tailored services and bulk pricing for such projects.
Most film projects take 2-4 weeks depending on the size and complexity of the collection. We also offer rush services for urgent projects.
Yes, we can edit your digitized films by trimming sections, organizing footage, and even combining multiple reels into one cohesive video. You’ll receive high-quality files ready for personal editing or viewing.
Our services start at $15 per reel, with discounts available for bulk orders. Get in touch with us for a custom quote if you have a large collection.
Simple Pricing and Quick Turnaround
Starting Price:
per disc
Bulk Discounts:
for larger collections
Turnaround Time:
with rush services available
Your Privacy Is Our Priority
Your memories are personal, and we treat them with care. We guarantee your discs will be handled securely and privately, with files never shared with third parties.
Ready to Save Your Memories?
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Let Scan5 digitize your discs with care, so you can relive your memories whenever you want.
