Video Tape Transfer Services
Need help figuring out your format? Read more about the formats we support for conversion.
- VHS/S-VHS
- Betamax
- VHS-C
- Video8 / Hi-8 / Digital8
- MiniDV
- MicroMV
- LaserDisc
- DVD/Mini DVD
- Blu-ray
- ½” Helical Scan (EIAJ)
- 3/4” U-matic
- 1” Type C
- Betacam SP
- Betacam SX
- DigiBeta
- D2
- D5
- Digital-S (D9)
- MPEG IMX
- XDCAM SD/HD
- DVCAM
- DVCPro 25/50
- HDV
- DVCPro HD
- HDCAM
- HDCAM SR
VHS/S-VHS
From family vacations and birthday parties to school projects and home movies, VHS became the format that preserved a generation of memories. As video technology evolved, Super VHS (S-VHS) offered enhanced picture quality for enthusiasts and professional users, creating recordings that are still worth preserving today.
Betamax
Are you ready to digitize those old home movies? Bring your Betamax tapes to LA Video Transfer to be converted to DVD or digital file. We handle your precious memories with the utmost care to ensure you can enjoy and share them for generations.
VHS-C
Your home movies, wedding celebrations, school events, even that old independent movie project... We can take your VHS-C tapes and transfer them to DVD or digital file. If you're looking to create a new edit of your movie or simply share life events with family and friends, you can trust LA Video Transfer to preserve your memories in the best possible quality.
Video8 / Hi-8 / Digital8
Those home movies from the 90's won't last forever. Even your digital video tapes can be affected by weather and improper storage. Bring your Hi-8, Video8, and Digital8 tapes to Los Angeles Video Transfer and we'll convert them to high quality digital files or DVDs (or even both!) so that you can view and share them for years.
MiniDV
Those tiny MiniDV tapes can get lost, broken, or damaged by improper storage. Before all of your memories are lost, bring them into LA Video Transfer to be converted to digital files and DVD. Every tape is hand processed in our facility in Pasadena, CA. We never outsource.
MicroMV
Find a shoe box of tiny tapes during spring cleaning? We can convert them to digital file for you! Bring your box of MicroMV tapes to LA Video Transfer, and we'll clear that space in your closet by converting them to digital files or DVD.
LaserDisc
Film and movie buffs enjoy special editions on this short-lived format. But they won't last forever. Bring in your collection of LaserDiscs to be converted to digital before they are no longer playable. Then you won't have to worry about how long your LaserDisc player is going to last ever again!
DVD/Mini DVD
Whether they came from a DVD camcorder or a home-authored video disc, DVDs and MiniDVDs made sharing digital video easier than ever. Today, these discs often contain family memories, weddings, vacations, performances, and important projects that deserve to remain accessible for years to come.
Blu-ray
From home movies and wedding videos to business presentations and independent film projects, Blu-ray discs store high-definition recordings in exceptional quality. Converting your Blu-ray discs to digital files makes them easier to archive, share, edit, and enjoy without relying on a Blu-ray player or optical drive.
½” Helical Scan (EIAJ)
Before professional video was recorded on videocassettes, 1/2" Helical Scan (EIAJ) brought portable video recording to schools, businesses, and early television production. These open reel recordings often contain educational programs, corporate presentations, training videos, and historical footage that deserves to be preserved.
3/4” U-matic
¾" U-matic helped revolutionize television news by replacing bulky 16mm film with one of the world's first commercially successful videocassette formats. Used by broadcasters, schools, businesses, and government agencies alike, many U-matic tapes still contain valuable recordings that deserve to be preserved for future generations.
1” Type C
Long before professional video was recorded on cassettes, 1" Type C open reel videotape was the workhorse of television stations and production facilities around the world. These large reels captured everything from network programming and commercials to live events and broadcast masters, preserving some of television's most important moments.
Betacam SP
You've spent a lot of time on your professional video projects, so don't let them become distant memories. Bring your Betacam and Betacam SP tapes to Los Angeles Video Transfer Service to be digitized to file and disc. We use professional grade equipment and software to ensure your videos are returned in the highest quality possible.
Betacam SX
When television newsrooms made the transition from analog to digital, Betacam SX became a trusted format for electronic news gathering and broadcast production. Used by television stations and production companies around the world, Betacam SX captured countless news stories, interviews, and field recordings that remain valuable today.
DigiBeta
LA Video Transfer is capable of converting many professional formats such as DigiBeta. We use professional equipment and software to provide you with a high-quality transfer. Archive your videos to digital file or DVD today!
D2
When broadcasters made the move to digital video, D2 became a trusted format for preserving composite video with exceptional quality. Used by television networks, production facilities, and post-production houses throughout the 1990s, D2 tapes often contain valuable broadcast masters and archival footage that deserve to be preserved.
D5
When broadcast and post-production demanded the highest possible picture quality, D5 became a trusted mastering format for television and feature film production. Used by broadcasters and production facilities around the world, D5 tapes often contain original masters and archival recordings that deserve to be preserved.
Digital-S (D9)
Built on the familiar S-VHS cassette design, Digital-S (later renamed D9) brought professional digital video recording to broadcasters, production companies, and educational facilities. Its exceptional picture quality and dependable performance made it a trusted format for television production, corporate communications, and archival recording.
MPEG IMX
As television stations embraced file-based editing, MPEG IMX helped bridge the gap between traditional videotape and modern digital workflows. Built on the trusted Betacam platform, it became a popular choice for broadcasters, news organizations, and production facilities looking for dependable, high-quality digital recording.
XDCAM SD/HD
As broadcasters left videotape behind, XDCAM helped usher in a new era of file-based video production. Recording to Sony's Professional Disc media in both Standard Definition and High Definition, XDCAM became a trusted format for television news, documentaries, sports, corporate video, and broadcast production worldwide.
DVCAM
When professional video demanded dependable digital recording, Sony's DVCAM became a trusted format for broadcasters, production companies, schools, and corporate video departments. Built for reliability, DVCAM captured everything from training videos and live events to documentaries and television programming.
DVCPro 25/50
Built for the demands of television news and field production, DVCPRO became Panasonic's trusted professional recording format for broadcasters around the world. Available in both DVCPRO 25 and the higher-quality DVCPRO 50, these tapes captured everything from breaking news and documentaries to corporate and live event productions.
HDV
As high-definition video became affordable for independent filmmakers and event videographers, HDV helped bring HD production to a new generation of creators. Recording stunning high-definition video on standard MiniDV cassettes, HDV became a favorite for weddings, documentaries, corporate productions, and independent filmmaking.
DVCPro HD
As broadcasters made the move to high-definition production, DVCPRO HD became Panasonic's trusted recording format for television news, documentaries, sports, and field production. Built for demanding professional environments, DVCPRO HD captured countless hours of HD footage that continues to hold archival and production value today.
HDCAM
As high-definition television became the new broadcast standard, Sony's HDCAM helped lead the transition from standard definition to HD production. Trusted by television networks, production companies, and broadcasters around the world, HDCAM captured everything from news and documentaries to sports, entertainment, and live events.
HDCAM SR
When high-definition production demanded uncompromising image quality, HDCAM SR became Sony's premier mastering format for broadcast television, feature films, and digital cinema. Used to capture and archive some of the industry's highest-quality HD productions, HDCAM SR remains an important format for preserving professional video archives.Additional Video Transfer Services
File Upload Service
Have to send a large file but don't have the time or the bandwidth? Leave it to LA Video Transfer. We'll send your files or upload your transfers to a service of your choice quickly & worry-free.
Tape Repair
Think your tape is a goner? LA Video Transfer may be able to help. We repair ripped tape and rebuild broken cases so that transfer can be completed.
Build Your Estimate
| Buy | ||
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| Video Transfer to Disc | Transfer your video tapes to DVD (SD) or Blu-ray* (HD). All formats accepted except where stated. *Blu-ray transfer available for HD formats only: HDV | HDCAM | DVCPRO HD | XDCAM HD | |
| Video Transfer to File | Transfer your video tapes to digital file. All formats accepted except where stated. | |
| Video Transfer to File & DVD | Transfer your video tapes to digital file and DVD. All formats accepted except where stated. A fee of $10 per disc will be added to your estimate. | |
| Video Transfer to File & Blu-ray | Transfer your video tapes to digital file and Blu-ray* (HD). All formats accepted except where stated. A fee of $15 per disc will be added to your estimate. *Blu-ray transfer available for HD formats only: HDV | HDCAM | DVCPRO HD | XDCAM HD |
Available Video Transfer Add-ons
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| DVD Copies | We will create additional copies of any part of your order for $5 per DVD disc. Add this to your estimate, and during your consult call we’ll discuss which transfer(s) will get additional copies, and how many of each. | $5.00 | ||
| Blu-ray Copies | We will create additional copies of any part of your order for $10 per Blu-ray disc. Add this to your estimate, and during your consult call we’ll discuss which transfer(s) will get additional copies, and how many of each. | $10.00 | ||
| Tape Repair | Even if the VCR ate your tape, we can get it transferred! For $25.00 per tape, we can fix things like broken cases and split tape in order to convert your tapes to digital file. | $25.00 | ||
| Transfer Media | Don’t want to deal with stopping by the busy electronics store? We have you covered! We have several options to deliver your digital files after the transfer. | Price range: $36.00 through $120.00 |
