Transform Your Positive Film into Digital Masterpieces
Bring the rich, vibrant essence of your positive film collection into the modern digital world with our comprehensive positive film scanning services. Known for capturing life’s moments with exceptional clarity and color, positive film holds a special place in the hearts of photography enthusiasts. Our expert conversion process ensures that every hue and detail is meticulously preserved, breathing new life into your timeless memories.
Do you have questions?
We welcome your questions about scanning and digitizing Positive Film, what can be done with the scanned digital images, how to take care of your Positive Film, or anything else.
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Why Convert Positive Film to Digital?
- Preserve Photographic Film: Protect the integrity of your positive film against age, ensuring its timeless beauty endures. Scanning color positive film images into digital formats prevent them from degrading, and can even allow for upscaling and enhancement.
- High-Resolution Film Scanning: Experience your cherished memories in stunning detail, thanks to our high-resolution scanning technology.
- Share Memories Easily: With digital copies, sharing your vibrant memories with family and friends becomes effortless, regardless of where they are in the world.
Our Precision in Positive Film Digitization
Entrust your valuable memories to our state-of-the-art positive film to digital conversion service. We employ advanced scanning techniques to capture the depth and breadth of your images, ensuring each scan reflects the original’s quality.
Prices For Transferring Slides & Negatives to Digital
From just $0.71 per slide/negative, you can restore the images that haven’t been seen in years.
Each price includes automated color/contrast corrections and manual rotation.
We specialize in particularly restoring old, faded slides as well as photos.
| DPI | Price (CAD) |
| 3200 | $0.71 |
| 4800 | $0.64 |
| 7200/9600* | $0.69 |
An additional $ 0.20/ea applies to all formats larger than 35mm.
For individual naming and categorizing of slides/film negatives OUTSIDE of the procedure of normal scanning in sequential number- an additional $0.13/ea applies to each picture.
Due to the length of time involved in this additional process and the increasingly large volumes of slides to photos that have been processed over the last year, we look forward to discussing your preferences and particularly your timeline before we proceed with processing your digitize slides service order.
We sincerely regret that we can no longer be responsible for, nor be further held to rushed timelines for orders of slides/negatives/photos in excess of 500+ as there are often two or more orders being processed at a single time. With respect, the necessary time will be taken to do each job well. Many thanks for your understanding and we look forward to serving you!
*Due to the number of requests for higher resolution, we are now also offering the option of scanning negatives/slides at 7200 dpi or 9600 dpi. Although a higher resolution, this option is mainly only necessary for artifacts or making ‘poster-size’ printouts of 35mm slides/negatives when transferring slides to digital.
Both resolutions are the same price, but this option WILL take more time to complete. Please note that the end file sizes are extremely large- A scanned 35mm negative finalized, post-processed and scanned at 7200 dpi is around 80 MB in size and has a general resolution of 9950 X 6290. Minimum compression is used to preserve as much quality as possible when converting slides to digital images, hence the larger file sizes.
When images are scanned at 7200/9600 dpi, ALL images will be scaled down from their original high resolution to a MAXIMUM of 10,500 pixels per side unless otherwise requested on submitting the order. This is due to previous orders where an image is unable to be opened due to the size of the image and the amount of system resources of the computer. This slightly lower resolution will ensure usability on any computer with any amount of system memory and yet will STILL give a crisp print-out of an 8 X 10 photo or larger. A slide/negative at 7200 dpi can have a maximum resolution of 15,000 pixels per side, 9600 dpi will increase to 20,000 pixels per side. Editing ‘raw’ (unchanged and uncompressed) scanned images at 7200/9600 dpi will put an EXTREMELY high demand on your computer’s system memory and processor. For any further questions or comments, we’re here to help in any way!
Photo Restoration Included With Our Convert Slides to Digital Service.
Photo restoration is automatically added to all photos/slides in slideshows. A minimum of $40.00 applies, but the considerable difference will be seen in the end results as much time and care is spent manually editing each single photo to bring the best back from the photos, whether they may be damaged by color-blurring over the years (either going all red, green or blue or the color has faded completely). Other corrections include photos that are badly faded and/or yellowed or if a photo has received stains or cracks over the years.
Free Automated Color, Contrast, Sharpening of Pictures Included With Converting Slides to Digital
Why choose us over the other places that will scan your slides to digital?
We include free automated color/contrast adjustment, as well as manual rotation of each photo. A lot of other companies that convert slides to digital will charge extra for that when they convert slides to digital in Canada.
We will also place your scanned slides/negatives in custom folders if you package your order according to our packaging guidelines.
As each of our processes are completely supervised and the majority thereof is done manually, any labels/annotations printed on the individual slides in years past will also be labeled accordingly to the finished scanned products when converting slides to digital.
Although ALL slides/negatives in a customer’s order are scanned and completed when converting slides to digital images, it is our policy that we WILL NOT charge the customer for any slides that we personally feel are severely deteriorated from time or years past. This includes blurred pictures where the objects/people are not quite discernible, faded slides, etc.
Preparing Your Film for Scanning
- Organize for Impact: Group your films by themes or occasions for a more meaningful digitization experience.
- Clean for Clarity: Ensure your films are dust-free and clean for the highest quality digital reproduction.
- Pack with Care: Use protective packaging when sending your films to our facility to ensure their safe arrival.
“It’s always a pleasure doing business with Nigel. Last year he did such an excellent job transferring film for me, that this year I asked him to transfer some VHS and casettes.
I always feel confident that my most treasured memories are not only in professional, competent hands but that they are being handled with the utmost respect.
I have no hesitation in referring Nigel to family and friends, which I have done many times, knowing they will receive the same level of expertise and care that I have received.”
Discover the Joy of Digital Memories
Once your positive film is digitized, the sky’s the limit. From creating digital photo books to showcasing your journey on digital frames, your newly digitized images offer countless ways to relive and share your storied past.
Do You Have Questions?
We welcome any questions you may have about scanning color positive film, about how we might be able to assist you, or about anything else.
Our dedicated team is passionate about bringing your photographic history into the digital age, ensuring your memories continue to inspire and delight for years to come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between positive and negative film?
Positive film, often referred to as reversal or slide film, produces images that are true to life in color and brightness directly on the film, making it ideal for projection.
Negative film, commonly used in photography, captures inverted colors and brightness levels, requiring development and printing to produce a viewable image.
Positive film is valued for its vibrant colors and clarity, making it popular for professional photography and cinematic use, whereas negative film is appreciated for its versatility and higher exposure latitude.
Is a slide considered positive or negative film?
A slide is considered positive film. Slides, also known as transparencies, directly display images as they appear in reality, with accurate colors and lighting. This characteristic allows slides to be projected or viewed against a light source, showcasing vivid and clear images. They are favored for their ability to present photographs in rich detail and color for exhibitions and presentations.
How does positive film conversion preserve image quality?
Converting positive film to digital involves high-resolution scanning technology that meticulously captures each detail and color of the original film. This process ensures that the vibrant colors, contrast, and clarity inherent in positive film are retained in the digital version. Advanced software also plays a role, allowing for color correction and enhancement without compromising the authenticity of the original image. The goal is to produce a digital file that mirrors the quality of the original positive film as closely as possible.
How are colors and details retained in digital conversion from positive film, when scanning color positive film?
In the digital conversion of positive film, colors and details are preserved through meticulous scanning processes that capture the wide color gamut and dynamic range of the original film. Color calibration and correction techniques are employed to ensure that the hues and saturation levels match the original as closely as possible. Additionally, high-resolution scanners capture fine details, preserving the sharpness and texture present in the film, resulting in a digital image that faithfully represents the original positive film’s quality.
Can old or damaged positive films be restored during conversion?
During the conversion process, old or damaged positive films can often be restored to a certain extent. Techniques such as digital restoration can address common issues like fading, color shifts, and minor physical damage. While not all damage can be fully corrected, restoration efforts aim to revive and enhance the original film’s quality, making the images clearer and more vibrant in their digital form. For more details on restoration capabilities and limitations, consulting with a professional service is recommended.
What is positive film?
Positive film, also known as reversal or slide film, directly creates a transparent positive image. Unlike negative film, which captures inverted colors and brightness, positive film produces images that mirror real-life scenes with accurate colors and lighting. This quality makes it ideal for direct viewing or projection, popular in professional photography and presentations for its vivid and clear output.
What is color negative vs. positive film?
Color negative film captures images with inverted colors, which must be processed and printed to view the original colors and brightness. Positive film, or slide film, produces images in their true colors and brightness directly on the film, ideal for direct viewing and projection. The choice between the two often depends on the intended use, with positive film favored for its vivid color reproduction and direct viewing capability.
What is positive film used for?
Positive film, often used in slide photography, is ideal for creating vibrant, high-quality images suitable for projection and direct viewing. Due to its clarity and color accuracy, it’s frequently used in professional settings like photography exhibitions and educational presentations, where image quality is paramount.
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Looking For Information About A Specific Negative Format?
We Scan And Digitize All Negative Formats, Converting Them And Transferring Them To Digital. We Can Scan and Digitize Any Type Of Negative, Including All Of The Following, And Any Others That Might Be Out There:
- 110 Film Negatives
- 110 or Pocket Instamatic Film Negatives
- 116 Film Negatives
- 120 Film Negatives
- 120 Professional Film Negatives
- 126 or Instamatic Film Negatives
- 127 Film Negatives
- 35mm Film Negatives
- 616 Negatives
- 620 Negatives
- 828 Film Negatives
- APS – Advantix Film Negatives
- Kodak Disc Film Negatives
- Positive Film
No matter the type of negative, we can help you.
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