Video tape, camcorder tape & DVD transfer
Preserve your old VHS video tapes, 8mm and MiniDV camcorder tapes and DVDs
Transfer your family videos to USB and watch them again on modern TVs and computers.
Those old tapes and DVDs often contain moments that can’t be replaced. Transferring them to digital gives you a much easier way to watch, share and back them up.
Tape formats I transfer
VHS
187 × 103 × 25 mm
(approx. 7.4 × 4 × 1 inches)
VHS-C
92 × 57 × 19 mm
(approx. 3.5 × 2.25 × 0.75 inches)
Video 8 / Hi8 / Digital8
95 × 62 × 15 mm
(approx. 3.7 × 2.4 × 0.6 inches)
MiniDV
66 × 48 × 12 mm
(approx. 2.6 × 1.9 × 0.5 inches)
DCD pick-up and drop-off service
For added convenience, I can collect and return your tapes or photos, so you don’t have to worry about putting precious memories in the post. Click here for details.
How does it work?
Your tapes/DVDs reach me
Drop them off, post them or arrange collection using my pick-up and drop-off service.
I transfer your footage
I carefully capture the recorded footage and create a digital video file which is then put onto a USB stick.
You watch and share
Your videos are supplied on USB, ready to watch on smart TVs and devices.
“A big thanks to Dave for transferring my VHS-C camcorder footage from the 1990s to a memory stick. He went above and beyond to do these before he went on holiday so I could present them for a birthday. He was great at keeping in touch and I would highly recommend DCD photo restoration and videotape transfer for quality and service.”
Click here to see more Google reviews
Based in Chorley • Serving Lancashire and beyond
Why choose tape digitisation?
Magnetic tapes degrade naturally over time, and if stored poorly they can develop mould or suffer tape damage.
Digitising and transferring your tapes now:
Stops further deterioration
Protects your memories for future generations
Makes your videos easier to watch, share and store
Allows you to play digitised footage on modern devices.
If your tapes need cleaning or repairing before transferring I offer that service at an additional cost. See the pricing page for details.
What about transferring to DVD rather than USB?
As a rule I supply your videos digitally on USB rather than DVD
DVDs create a lot more physical waste, from the discs and plastic cases to the packaging, whereas a USB is a much more compact and environmentally friendly option.
It’s also far more convenient – it takes up virtually no space, is easy to store and back up, and makes sharing your videos with family and friends much simpler. It’s a better option for your memories and kinder to the planet too!
However, if DVD is your preferred or only option, please let me know and I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs.
