The first table shows how the same film looks using our 4 different processes. You can see that the difference can be significant for our West Allis customers.
The second table presents a case for scanning 8mm and Super 8 film at 2K resolution. In the past year we have done 20 comparisons. Contrary to popular belief, we do see a noticeable difference in quality between our Pro HD and Pro 2K process on 8mm and Super 8 film.
8mm And Super 8 Film West Allis |
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SD Scan
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Pro HD Scan
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Pro 2K Scan
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Pro 4K Scan
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Film Grain
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Film Grain vs Digital Pixel
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So, for example, if you are looking for the best quality DVD, scan your 8mm or Super 8 at HD. If you are looking to go to BluRay then scan your 8mm or Super 8 at 2K.
Professional films usually have access to the original camera negative in addition to work prints, answer prints, etc. It is always better to scan using the original camera negative.
West Allis Fun Facts: West Allis, Wisconsin is 5 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin It is in Milwaukee county. The population of the city is 61,254. West Allis, Wisconsin is 5 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin It is in Milwaukee county. The population of the city is 61,254.
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