The Pro8mm Advantage
Pro8mm scans your Super 8, Regular 8, Max 8, 16mm and Super 16mm production and archival film using the same technology and equipment used by the major post houses for the mainstream entertainment industry.
Our two distinct flying spot scanning systems with daVinci color correction represent the progression in scanning technology so that we can accommodate the widest range of client needs for both quality and economy. We have the distinct advantage of having over 40 years of expertise working with film. We know film from the inside out.
The Process
As entrepreneurs that have specialized in the super 8 format, we are constantly pushing the tiny frame to its maximum capacity. We bring you the best in cutting edge scanning technology on first class machines married with our intimate understanding of the lifecycle of an image. We follow the image as it moves from the properties of its particular type of raw stock, to the camera, to the lab, to the digital domain.
All our machines have custom modified gates with prime lens optics that scan the image at the correct aspect ratio. Because we own the gates they are precisely calibrated to the machines, an often overlooked, yet critical component when choosing a scanning facility.
All color correction is done by one of our experienced colorists, and Pro8mm offers client attended (supervised) and unsupervised transfers to meet the needs of each individual client. We also offer unscheduled work for a discount - a great option for home movie transfers.
We have scanned millions of feet of regular 8, super 8 and 16mm film for TV, 35mm theatrical releases, music videos, commercials, documentaries, indie films, student projects, and the personal archives of the worlds most famous faces!
The Digital Workflow
Pro8mm offers you many options for your production work or archive allowing you to choose which digital workflow best suits your needs and budget.
- Select from our two scanners: The Millennium II for best quality or Y Front SD for maximum economy
- Decide if you want a High Definition or Standard Definition scan. Or you can opt for a dual sync master if you want SD today, but may need an HD version later.
- Decide on color timing, full scene to scene at a 3:1 ratio, or one light, 1.5:1 ratio.
- Select from a wide range of mastering formats.
- Choose a broadcast standard of either NTSC or PAL.
- Finally, choose from one of our 6 options of how you would like your frame set up.
You can customize your digital workflow by making the choices that best fit your project. Use our Digital Mastering and Frame Set Up Forms to make your choices before you schedule your scanning session. One of our knowledgeable sales associates will be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have.
Our Two Distinct Systems
Pro8mm offers 2 unique and distinct scanning systems that allow for quality assurance and budgetary control. These are the same machines used in the industry for 16mm and 35mm films.
The 4K Millennium II Scanner
The 4K Millennium II Scanner, modified with custom-fitted parts for scanning Super 8, Regular 8 and Max 8 films, scans beautiful High Definition images in outstanding clarity and color quality.
- Native 1920x1080 resolution in the 16x9 aspect ratio
- Variable scan rates including 16, 18, 24 or 25 fps. (24 fps is highly recommended)
- Powerful Dirt and scratch concealment technology
- Full color correction capabilities with Y front technology
- Regular 8mm and Max 8 scanning capability
The 4K Millennium II High Definition Scanner can output to a variety of different formats including: 444 RGB 10-Bit Uncompressed, 444 RGB ProRes, 422 10-Bit Compressed, 422 ProRes HQ, 422 ProRes, 422 ProRes LT, DVCPro HD, HD-Cam, Blu-Ray Disc (viewable only)
The Y-Front Ursa Diamond Standard Definition Scanner
The Y-Front Ursa Diamond Standard Definition Scanner scans all types of Super 8, Regular 8 and 16mm film including color negative and reversal films. Some of its features include:
- 640x480 resolution in the 4x3 or Max 8 16x9 aspect ratio
- Variable scan rates including 16, 18, 24 or 25 fps. (24 fps is highly recommended)
- Powerful Dirt and scratch concealment technology
- Full color correction capabilities with Y front
- Regular 8mm and Max 8 scanning capability
The Da Vinci Y-Front Standard Definition Scanner can output to a variety of different formats including: 10-Bit Uncompressed, 422 ProRes HQ SD, 422 ProRes, 411 DVCPro50, 411 DV, DigiBeta, DV-Cam, MiniDV, and BetaSP tape stocks, DVD-R (MPEG2)- viewable only
Encode Your Videos to Media Files
Pro8mm can create media files from video tapes, VHS, Hi8, S-VHS, ¾", Mini DV, Beta-SP, DVcam and Digital Beta to media files like ProRes, DV or 10-bit uncompressed files to .mov file formats. Video dups can be done client attended or unsupervised. Additional discounts apply for large unscheduled jobs.
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