Transfer Betacam to Digital to Save Your Memories
Do you have Professional Betacam Tapes stored away. but no way to watch them? Sony was the main supplier as it was the original developer of this format but other makes include Fuji (Fujifilm), Maxell, BASF, EMTEC, Ampex, 3M. You may have Betacam SP or Digibeta.
With a few simple steps, we can professionally transfer your tape to Digital including Pro Res or and more
See also our U-Matic to Digital and Betamax to Digital pages for information on this format too.
Or call us now for some friendly advice
Freephone 0800 690 6160
Ask About Bulk Discounts too.
About Our Service - The Supaphoto© Way
Trusted Partner to Thousands Across the UK
Our customers span from private individuals to institutions and TV production companies
How it Works
Our process is one of the best things you can do for your family, in 3 simple steps!
1. Package Up Your Memories
Simply call us to arrange a free order collection, pack up your memories and send them to us. Use either our courier collection and return service or send it to us directly. Ask us for your step by step welcome pack now!
2. Lovingly Converted
We love what we do. Our dedicated team will hand digitise every single item. We’ve saved thousands of your videos over 20 years, with regular updates sent along the way.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
This is where the magic begins, We’ll always return your original media. Once preserved, you can access them via an easy cloud download link, USB stick or a DVD. Relax and let the memories flood in.
From start to finish, we track your video tapes carefully so you always know their status and when they’ll be ready for return.
How It Works
Our process is one of the best things you could ever do for your family in three simple steps!
1. Package Up Your Memories
Simply call us to arrange a free order collection, pack up your memories and send them to us. Use either our courier collection and return service or send it to us directly. Ask us for your step by step welcome pack now!
2. Lovingly Converted
We love what we do. Our dedicated team will hand digitise every single item. We’ve saved thousands of your videos over 20 years, with regular updates sent along the way.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
This is where the magic begins, We’ll always return your original media. Once preserved, you can access them via an easy cloud download link, USB stick or a DVD. Relax and let the memories flood in.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
Choosing the Perfect Digital Conversion for Your Videos
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Easy Cloud Backup
USB
DVD Set
Easily downloaded, you’ll be able to view, share and store your new digtal files safely with a simple link we send you.
Your videos will be transferred onto a USB memory stick. Just plug and play on your computer, tablet, or TV.
We’ll take your original videos and lovingly convert them to a DVD.
What you‘ll get: Your conversions as digital computer files.
What to order: A simple download will suffice in most cases, unless your order is very large.
Ideal for: Viewing, sharing and safeguarding for your family.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One pen drive (USB) normally suffices. For larger orders we reccommend an SSD drive for extra safety.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
What you’ll get: Your DVD in a nice presentation case.
What to Order: Simply ask for the DVD option.
Ideal For: Watching on DVD players and having a piece-of-mind physical back-up option too.
Choosing the Perfect Digital Conversion for Your Videos
Choose what you’ll get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Easy Cloud Backup
Easily downloaded, you’ll be able to view, share and store your new digtal files safely with a simple link we send you.
What you‘ll get: Your conversions as digital computer files.
What to order: A simple download will suffice in most cases, unless your order is very large.
Ideal for: Viewing, sharing and safeguarding for your family.
USB
Your videos will be transferred onto a USB memory stick. Just plug and play on your computer, tablet, or TV.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One pen drive (USB) normally suffices. For larger orders we reccommend an SSD drive for extra safety.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
DVD Set
We’ll take your original videos and lovingly convert them to a DVD.
What you’ll get: Your DVD in a nice presentation case.
What to Order: Simply ask for the DVD option.
Ideal For: Watching on DVD players and having a piece-of-mind physical back-up option too.
Supaphoto Video Services Film
Not everyone has the time to read lots of words.
That’s why we’re produced this short & simple film which explains what we do in a simple way. It also includes a few video transfer samples to put your mind at ease.
We hope that you enjoy it!
Sample Video Tape Conversions
Saving Today's Memories for Tomorrow
Not everyone has the time to read lots of words.
That’s why we’re produced this short & simple film which explains what we do in a simple way. It also includes a few video transfer samples to put your mind at ease.
We hope that you enjoy it!
See also our Prices and FAQs further below.
What you can Expect From Us & Our Advantages
Here are just a few of the reasons why people choose Supaphoto to convert their tapes everyday. You won’t be disappointed.
Our dedicated studio is devoted to transferring peoples memories. We constantly invest in latest technology in our professional grade studio to get the best possible results from those family recordings.
We inspect all tapes at the onset and advise if any repairs are needed. The journey of your tape is tracked at every step and checked for quality. For VHS, VHS-C and Camcorder tapes with mould, please contact us as we have a dedicated process for these too.
If there are any issues, we contact you beforehand.
Output & Viewing
Digital file download via Cloud, USB or DVD. Watch on TV, PC, tablet or mobile
Colour Corrections
Expert colour correction for faded scenes and frame by frame remastering
AI Video Restoration
Optional AI upscale and restoration delivers cleaner videos with enhanced sound
Free Blanks & More
Free tape inspection and no charge for blank tapes
Security of Handling
We take security very seriously at Supaphoto with step by step tracking and real time updates
Supaphoto's Advantages
Here are just a few of the reasons why people choose Supaphoto everyday. You won’t be disappointed.
Our dedicated studio is devoted to transferring peoples memories. We constantly invest in latest technology in our professional grade studio to get the best possible results from those family recordings.
Output & Viewing
Digital file download via cloud, USB or DVD. Watch on PC, tablet or mobile.
Colour Corrections
Expert colour correction for faded scenes and frame by frame remastering.
AI Video Restoration
Optional AI upscale and restoration delivers cleaner videos with enhances sound.
Free Services
Free tape inspection and no charge for blank domestic VHS and camcorder tapes.
Security of Handling
We take security of handling very seriously at Supaphoto with step by step tracking.
We inspect all tapes at the onset and advise if any repairs are needed. The journey of your tape is tracked at every step and checked for quality. For VHS, VHS-C and Camcorder tapes with mould, please contact us as we have a dedicated process for these too.
If there are any issues, we contact you beforehand.
Before & After - RAW Capture V AI Enhancement & Upscale
See Enhancement Example
We take technical quality seriously at Supaphoto. We deliver great results with our video capture process as you can see from the example below from an old VHS tape. Now with our REVIVAL AI process and treatment, the quality is even better! We can now optionally use the latest AI to restore your videos. This enhancement technology can sharpen film while recovering accurate detail, remove excess harsh noise while recovering true authentic detail in your film, soften the look of dust and scratches, stabilise the film & more.
For more information, watch our video transfer service and examples video
Before
Pre Treatment
After
Post Treatment
Interested in Transferring Your Videos? - See Example Below
We take technical quality seriously at Supaphoto. We deliver great results with our video capture process as you can see from the VHS Tape example below. Now with our REVIVAL AI process and treatment, the quality is even better! We can now optionally use the latest AI to restore your videos. This enhancement technology can sharpen film while recovering accurate detail, remove excess harsh noise while recovering true authentic detail in your film, soften the look of dust and scratches, stabilise the film and more.
For more information, watch our service and examples video
Before
Pre Treatment
After
Post Treatment
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
There’s something magical about pressing play on old home videos or even a wedding videotape. The laughter, the dodgy fashion choices, the family gatherings caught on film — every frame is a time capsule. These video tapes capture the people and moments that shaped our lives.
But those precious memories on old videos are fragile. VHS and camcorder tapes weren’t built to last forever. Over time, they wear out — the picture fades, the sound warps, and finding working VHS players feels like searching for buried treasure.
That’s where Supaphoto comes in. We specialise in bringing your old footage back to life by converting camcorder tapes to digital files you can easily watch, share, and enjoy again. Whether it’s a box of family VHS tapes, Mini DV recordings, or camcorder cassettes from the ’90s, our digital conversion service makes it simple to future-proof your memories.
At Supaphoto, we’ve helped thousands of families rediscover forgotten moments by transferring their video tapes to crisp, high-quality digital files. Our expert technicians use advanced equipment and meticulous care to ensure every smile, every voice, and every celebration is preserved in the best possible detail.
Once digitised, you can watch your videos on any device — TV, phone, tablet, or computer — and even share them online with loved ones. No more tangled tapes, broken players, or dusty boxes in the attic. Just your favourite memories, ready to relive anytime.
Video tapes are definitely the media we convert most, but we don’t just convert tapes; we protect stories, emotions, and family history. With Supaphoto, your memories aren’t just preserved — they’re reborn.
Your past deserves more than to fade away on an old VHS shelf. Let Supaphoto give it a new life, safely and beautifully.
Nowadays, finding a functional VCR that won’t crunch up your old tapes or an adapter for those non-VHS formats can be quite a challenge. The time and care that went into recording those cherished moments was invaluable. Now it’s just as important to protect them for the future. By converting your home videos to USB digital format, you can ensure every laugh, smile, and memory is preserved before the tapes deteriorate.
If you’d like more information about this service, please read our helpful guide.
What can be more wonderful than getting together with your family and reliving those precious moments again, watching your children’s eyes looking at the television in wonderment. Often, you’ll be explaining to them what it is they’re looking at or marvelling at how wonderful you looked when you were younger.
Home videos hold some of the most amazing memories from birthdays to holidays and weddings.
Don’t let those old home videos fade away. Unfortunately, with the passage of time far fewer of us have got working VHS players that we can trust and moreover operate safely to play these tapes without doing damage to your original VHS tape.
That’s where Supaphoto comes in as we are dedicated to the space and can place those memories onto a DVD in a nice presentation case and even enhance the quality. So you see, converting VHS to DVD is easy with Supaphoto and will safeguard your memories for many years to come.
The time and effort invested in preserving these memories on tape were truly well-spent. However, the importance of safeguarding these precious moments cannot be overstated. It’s time to convert those home video to USB digital format before they slip away into oblivion. Nowadays, finding a functional VCR that won’t crunch up your old tapes or an adapter for those non-VHS formats can be quite a challenge.
If you’d like more information about this service, please read our helpful guide.
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Sir Richard Attenborough – One of Supaphoto’s Proudest Moments
We were so proud to be chosen by the University of Sussex to preserve some of film director Sir Richard Attenborough’s photographs.
Over the years, we’ve also scanned thousands of photo from prestigious photo albums going back to the 1900’s for British politicians to thousands of everyday family photo collections for families throughout the UK.
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Sir Richard Attenborough – One of Supaphoto’s Proudest Moments
We were so proud to be chosen by the University of Sussex to preserve some of film director Sir Richard Attenborough’s photographs.
Over the years, we’ve also scanned thousands of photo from prestigious photo albums going back to the 1900’s for British politicians to thousands of everyday family photo collections for families throughout the UK.
Our Betacam Tape Transfer Prices
At Supaphoto we take pleasure in doing things in the right way and growing our business slowly through referrals.
Video Transfer Prices to MP4 Digital Files or DVD(s)
1 Tape: £34.99
2 – 5 Tapes: £39.99 each
6 Tapes Onwards: £36.99 each
Prices typical VHS tapes include for 2 hour of capture, plenty for most tapes! – If you have videos that exceed 2 hour, costs are limited to just £9.99 extra per hour, per item.
What Do I Want Back? – Choose from one of the following options:
i) Mp4 Digital Files as Download from Supaphoto Cloud for easy viewing & sharing with family £19.99
ii) Mp4 Digital Files on a Master USB Stick £19.99
iii) Conversion to a new DVD in a nice presentation case £19.99
Optional Extras:
– Back-up Version on Master USB Memory Stick: £19.99
– Back-up Version of DVD in Presentation Case: £19.99
– Extra copy of DVD in Presentation Case: £9.99
Free Doorstep Collection & Safe Return & Signed-For Delivery
We’re easy to deal with at Supaphoto. Contact Us Now to receive your free welcome pack. We’ll liaise with you to collect your package free of charge. We safely return items with signed-for delivery for extra peace of mind too.
Want to Order? – How Can I contact You?
Simple! Just Call us on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
More Questions?
See FAQs directly below
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
FAQs
We’ve made life easy for you by compiling the the most commonly asked questions that we’ve been asked over the years in one place!
How can I view my films?
Could not be easier! Either plug a simple USB into your TV and view as a slideshow or watch on PC, laptop, ipad or mobile phone.
Is it easy to share with my family?
It’s so easy. Just forward the link we’ll send you or share your USB memory stick.
Which media output is best?
Digital files are easy to play and share on PCs, laptops, ipads and phones. Start your own home movie editing projects too. A back-up DVD also makes sense.
No Upfront Payment? – When do I pay?
We never charge upfront unlike other companies. Why? Because there’s always a small chance that you may have non-chargeable blank tapes.
Would I be charged for blank tapes?
Don’t worry. We NEVER charge for blank tapes!
How long does it take?
Typically 5-10 working days or less.
Do you offer an advanced service?
Yes. It delivers more vivid colours, better contrast, sharper pictures and image stabilisation. It takes longer but and costs relatively little more.
My video looks very poor in places. Can it still be transferred?
Yes definitely! We’ll always review and advise you first though.
New! AI Cinematic Video Restoration Service
Our new AI REVIVAL restoration system leverages intelligent temporal data to deliver cleaner, more faithful videos. Whether you have tapes, DVDs or video files, we’ll can transform them into beautiful HD even higher resolution videos.
Do you send the originals back?
Yes indeed – It’s important that you always keep your originals somewhere safe.
Can You Upscale to HD/4K High Definition?
Yes! Go for that true magical cinematic experience! It also has features such as picture stabilisation, colour correction, frame rate correction and more besides.
Can I view and save them on a Free Online Cloud Gallery?
Yes indeed and you can share them with your family thereafter.
Where can I read reviews about your service?
We always treat tapes as if they were our own. Read our reviews for yourself
Why should I do it?
All videos slowly deteriorate over time. The sooner you do it – the better.
My tape has mould on it. Can you still transfer it?
Yes. We have a dedicated service for such tapes.
I also have a DVD that is scratched and does not play. Can you still help?
Yes. we also have a disc repair and recovery service. Just let us know.
What’s your security like?
Rest assured that we take security of handling very seriously and have an insurance policy to match.
I have a lot of videos – Can I get a bulk discount?
Just contact us to see how we can help. We also offer a buy now pay later option.
I still have questions – How Can I contact You?
Call us for some friendly help on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
Bulk Discounts
Got a large order? We’ll do our best to help you. Just give us a call and we’ll see what we can do.
Want to Convert Betacam Tapes?
The Betacam film format has an important role in the history of professional TV recording. Betacam were the workhorse of professional TV after they were first introduced by Sony in 1982. The format was designed as a replacement to the older U-Matic recording format introduced by Sony in 1971. For several decades the original betacam and later the digital betacam were one of the main pieces of television recording equipment. By the early 2000s the format had largely been phased out of professional use due to increasing popularity of digital recording methods.
Betacam can easily be mistaken for the similar Betamax film format. This is because both formats use similar cassette tapes. The domestic Betamax tape is slightly smaller than the professional Betacam tapes. When considering a betacam to dvd transfer, one must consider that despite their similar appearance, the two formats are incompatible and cannot be played on the same equipment.
Although betacam was mainly used in professional video recording we get plenty of tapes from non-professional customers. We find that there’s loads of old footage from big life events like weddings and birthdays stored on old betacam tapes. The problem is that it’s now harder than ever to get the necessary equipment to play this footage.
Whether you’re looking to digitise an archive of professional video footage or simply want a copy of your old wedding video, our Betacam to digital transfer service can help
Our Tape to DVD or Digital Conversion Service
Because the Betacam tape format was mainly used in professional recording situations, finding the correct equipment to view it is now extremely difficult. This is because much of the equipment was designed to be used in professional video editing studios and was not freely available for domestic use. This makes Betacam a lot more difficult to access than the similar Betamax format which was designed for domestic use. We handle Betacam, Betacam SP (Beta SP) , Digi beta in high quality pal or ntsc formats.
Our Betacam to digital service can give you easy access to your old Betacam footage. Our expert team will transfer your old tapes into digital files that will be compatible with almost all modern media technology. This means that you can regain access to your old betacam videos without the complications of old technologies.
The Risks to Old Video Tape
Did you know that lofts and garages are some of the worst places to store your old tapes? This is because the magnetic tape inside Betacam cassettes is susceptible to damage from mold. Add to this the fact that increased air moisture and temperature changes can also lead to tape damage. This can only be fixed through costly and uncertain tape repair.
We believe that the best answer to this is to produce digital copies of your old footage to prevent possible loss or damage. This way you can have a ‘master’ copy in your original format alongside a digital transfer that can be played with most modern recording technologies.
At Supaphoto our team of experts has over 10 years of experience in Betacam to digital transfer. Once your cassettes have arrived at our photo lab our team will clean and inspect the tape to prepare it for capture. Did you Know? The term ‘betacam’ is often used to refer to the general family of Betacam equipment.
Transfer Examples & Customers
Rest assured that we take the issue of quality very seriously.
Why not check out the quality of our Our Video Services?
We’ve spent 000’s on our video tape to digital equipment and have been in this business for over twenty years.
We were chosen to undertake cine film conversion work for the TV Production Company behind the BBC’s Repair Shop!
Other projects include digitalising Sir Richard Attenborough’s personal collection of images, converting early footage of Virgin Airways promotional films and digitalisation work relating to Windsor Castle, The Mary Rose and the late Queen Elizabeth II.
More Questions About this Format
A: Betacam is a professional broadcast video format introduced by Sony in the early 1980s and widely used by television networks and production companies. These large tapes recorded footage in exceptionally high quality for their time, long before digital video became standard. Variants include Betacam SP, Digital Betacam, and Betacam SX. Although Betacam tapes are now obsolete, they still hold valuable footage — which is why transferring Betacam to digital is the best way to preserve and access those recordings today.
A: Yes — Betacam tapes can be converted to digital formats such as MP4, AVI, or MOV. At Supaphoto, we use professional Betacam decks and high-end capture systems to ensure the full original video quality is retained. Your converted files can be delivered on USB stick, hard drive, or via secure online download, so they’re easy to play on modern devices without specialised equipment.
A: The process begins with a careful inspection and cleaning of your tapes to remove dust and oxide buildup. We then play each tape on a calibrated Betacam player, capturing the footage in real time through broadcast-grade converters. Our technicians monitor every step to ensure consistent colour, sound, and image stability. Once digitised, your videos are optimised for playback and long-term storage, then saved in your chosen digital format.
A: The price to convert Betacam tapes depends on the number of tapes, their duration, and the desired output format. As a guide, digitisation typically starts from around £25 per tape, with discounts for larger batches. We also offer a best price guarantee, meaning you’ll always receive the most competitive rate for professional broadcast-quality conversions in the UK.
A: In many cases, yes. Even if your Betacam tapes show dropouts, mould, or minor tape damage, our technicians can often recover the footage. We perform gentle cleaning, tape repair, and restoration before conversion if needed. However, the sooner you digitise them, the better — magnetic tapes degrade over time, risking permanent loss of picture or sound.
