Video8 is the first member of the Hi8 videotape family, which also includes Hi8 and Digital8 videotape. All three of these formats require digital conversion for the same reason: they are magnetic tape. Magnetic tape is not a permanent vehicle for storing video because it deteriorates, sustains damage, and is difficult to back up in case of loss. The risk of magnetic tape is the foundation for the digital conversion industry, including Video8 to DVD, as well as Video8 to digital.
The key piece of equipment you need to convert Video8 is a working Video8 player, which is becoming rare. The first cameras and decks emerged in the mid-1980s. Fortunately, both Hi8 and Digital8 upgrades to Video8 are backward compatible. Reborn Audio/Video uses Digital8 equipment so that we can convert all three variations. It is often impossible to tell which one of these you might have just by looking at the tape cassette.
Backup Converted Video
After conversion, protecting the Video8 video is just as important in order to protect it from damage, loss of player, or loss. DVD Duplication creates extra copies for the safe in case of disaster. Sharing with friends and family via the mail also requires duplication.
A second option for backup available today is digital backup, which stores your converted Video8 on digital media. The media is used for 1) backup, 2) sharing via the internet, and 3) burning new DVDs if needed. You can even edit your video for custom clips if you desire. Digital quality can also be superior to DVD quality due to the compression algorithms of DVDs.
Video8 to DVD: Get Started
- Call or text Jamey: 720 204-5464
- Set an appointment (every project receives my personal attention)
- Drop off your tapes (and records, cassettes, slides, or negatives, too)
- Pick up your new digitized video in a week or less.