What is a format change charge? We must charge a fee to switch back and forth between formats. For example "regular 8, then super 8, then regular 8 again would incur a format change charge. To avoid this, keep all of your regular 8, super 8 and 16mm together in the transfer sequence. For example you can transfer a few 8mm reels, then your super 8 reels, then some16mm, even add some prints to the end without incurring this charge. This is usually not a problem since most people shot regular 8mm film for a few years then upgraded to a super 8 camera. Prints and slides can also be added to your transfer, but a format change charge will be added if you put a few slides on the beginning of the video then add a few at the end.
Unsolicited Customer Testimonial:
My next door neighbor (Dave Klaus) recently had some film transfered by you and he (and I) were very pleased with the results. As such I've catalogued my film and have in excess of 6,000 feet of 8mm footage (primarily). I've noticed however that your prices have gone up to 12 cents from 10. Given the amount of footage can we work any sort of package or discount? I'm looking to transfer from film to miniDV.
