DVD to Digital
Is it Better to Convert VHS to DVD or VHS to a Digital Format?
Digital is Better Than DVDs, but… The simple answer is that if you are comfortable with digital files, VHS to Digital (or any videotape to digital) is the best option. The only exception to this is if you have family members or others who have no other method for watching videos, then a DVD is…
Read MoreWhat is the Best Way to Store Digital Copies of Old Media?
There are several choices to store digitized DVDs, videotape, slides, cassettes and records. Each of these methods have advantages and disadvantages that affect durability and longevity of digital media. The Best Way to Store Digital VHS, Digital Cassettes, and Digital Slides Even digital video and audio have risks. Electronic devices can wear out. Electronic devices…
Read MoreConvert DVD to MP4? I Just Converted to DVD!!!
I KNOW! It seems like just a few weeks ago, you transferred all of your old VHS to Digital, Hi8 to mp4, and digitized all of my miniDV tapes. Now you want me to do it again! How long before I have to convert again? First – Why is it Important to Convert DVD to…
Read MoreDigitize DVD to MP4 – Are You Kidding Me?!
Maybe you are one of the few who recorded directly to DVD, but most DVDs (home movies) are transfers from some kind of video tape or film – VHS, VHS-C, Hi8, miniDV, microMV, 8mm, 16mm, or some variation of these tapes. You have converted these at least once, and now DVDs are declining in popularity…
Read MoreDVD To Digital Tips to Help Empty Nesters Organize Their Home Movies Collections
Have your kids left home? Then it’s time to motivate yourself and do something special with your videos and photos. Although your last child leaving the family home leaves a void, it does free up some time. You can spend it investing in your family in a new way. Most parents have an enormous backlog…
Read More8mm Film to DVD – DVD or Hard Drive
A customer this week has a few test cases of 8mm Film to DVD. First he wants to see how they come out as digital movies on his hard drive. Then he wants to convert the whole collection. 8mm Film to DVD is a great option, but with the volume of digital media today, 8mm Film to Digital can…
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