History of the Home Video

History of the Home Video

Nowadays, it seems like the majority of people have access to some form of video recording device. The YouTube culture is booming and more and more people are involving themselves in creating home movies.

With this in mind, it’s hard to believe that at the start of the 20th Century, home movies were limited to those who could afford the equipment; very different to the affordable recording options of today.

As cine film transfer experts, we’ve decided to delve into the archives and take a look into the history of home movie creation!

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Lights, Camera, Music!

Our professional 8mm film to DVD service is perfect for bringing your memories and nostalgia into the 21st century, whilst still capturing the essence and zeitgeist of the time. A way which many films do this nowadays is through looking back at particular movements of an era, or simply capturing them as they occur. Dominating the box office at the moment is Straight Outta Compton, the story of one of raps most notorious groups, which looks back and captures the group’s rise to fame. Continue reading →

How to Choose the Digital Camera for You

We at Cine2DVD love nothing more than to transfer cine film to DVD in an effort to store your precious memories on a more permanent format. However, when it comes to actually capturing the footage, there is so much choice out there in the way of digital cameras that it can often be hard to even know where to start. A digital camera is an investment, so there are certain things you need to consider before you purchase your gear.

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