Convert Digital 8 to USB to Save Your Memories
Found old digital 8 camcorder tapes in a storage box? We can safely convert them to safeguard your family’s precious memories.
We’ll convert your Digital 8 to USB in a few simple steps. Alternatively, just download and share your new modern digital files with your family via a Cloud Download too.
If you have another specific type of old digital camcorder, see too our mini dv to digital or micro mv to digital pages for more information.
Or call us now for some friendly advice
Freephone 0800 690 6160
Ask About Bulk Discounts too.
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.
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.
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.
See Enhancement Example Below
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 Digital 8 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: £29.99 each
6 Tapes Onwards: £26.99 each
Prices typical 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 £29.99
ii) Mp4 Digital Files on a Master USB Stick £29.99
iii) Conversion to a new DVD in a nice presentation case £29.99
Optional Extras:
– Back-up Version on Master USB Memory Stick: £24.99
– Back-up Version of DVD in Presentation Case: £19.99
– Extra copy of DVD in Presentation Case: £19.99
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.
Digital 8 to DVD Conversion Service
Do you remember Digital 8 camcorder tapes? It was such an exciting time to buy a portable camcorder recorder. As you approached the millennium, video recording technology was moving at such a pace.
All your parents wanted to do was go on holiday but they faced the big questions of the day before doing so – which camcorder? Which tape? Can I even afford it? What is digital video?
Many different video formats were released. It seemed like one each year for a while.
Digital 8 tapes were considered to be a continuation of the extremely popular 8mm camcorder. These came in two flavours. The first was called simply ‘video 8’ and the second was hi8.
Digital8 video recording tapes then became the last of the 8mm Sony Handy-cam period.
The thought of how to transfer video or how to convert digital 8 tapes to DVD was not in your mind those days.
Digital 8 Tapes to Digital
Let’s imagine that you’ve paid £500 on one of these camcorders. The intuitive thing to think was that it must be superior to its predecessor eh?
Well, the video was just encoded to digital really. So what were the differences between digital8 or MiniDV in the end. In terms of recording technology – not much really.
It included the magical work ‘digital’ in it… Similar to the previous releases, the video tape cassettes were roughly the size of a packet of playing cards. They were light and easy to carry.
To be honest, with the benefit of hindsight, it was proof that marketing often wins in such matters.
But wait! Did it really affect your holiday? Of course not, when you look back at your children running across some lovely beach in Spain, you won’t have thought about such boring techy things – i’m pretty sure. The key thing is the memories, right?
This brings us neatly to one of the key points. In the end, these video cassette tapes will tend to suffer in the same way as the previous generations of tape. It depends on how well they have been stored. They will deteriorate in exactly the same way as VHS video tapes do.
Converting Digital 8 Tapes to DVD or MP4 Files
That’s the key point really, encoding them to digital and including that magic word does not help it survive any longer. It’s long, super thin tape in a plastic box really.
Transferring your hi8 tapes to digital files such as MP4 or other digital media helps keep those memories alive for many years to come – whatever your operating system. Forget about old DVD recorders or redundant firewire cables or trying to but a complex video capture device.
The good thing is that we love doing what we do and we are quite used to receiving film in all types of condition to bring them back to life. The decision to transfer digital 8 to pc by Supaphoto Ltd is one of the best decisions you can make.
And don’t worry, we don’t use jargon such as firewire ports, USB ports or computer capture software. We’re easy to deal with and will take the pain out of the process. Your memories can be easily and quickly transferred by us. Converting footage from a camcorder to your computer will be painless with us.
Digital 8 Camcorder Tapes
We’ve transferred over a million tapes for our customers over the years in our safe and secure studio.
What you chose to transfer them to is down to you and we really don’t mind. Some like DVDs which they can play on their home dvd player . Others prefer digital files. Many chose both for security.
To make life easy, we can get files to you on a simple memory stick.
If you like instead, you and your family can also get them via our Supaphoto cloud service – by simply downloading them. So don’t hesitate. Don’t wait. Act now to preserve those memories and keep them alive!
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.
If you’d like more information about this service, please read guide read our helpful guide.
More Questions About this Format
A: To transfer Digital8 tapes to your computer, you’ll need a working Digital8 camcorder or playback deck, a FireWire (IEEE 1394) or USB connection, and video capture software. You connect the camcorder to your computer, play the tape in real time, and record the footage through the software. However, this process requires time, compatible hardware, and some technical know-how — especially since many modern computers no longer include FireWire ports. That’s why most people prefer to use a professional Digital8 to USB conversion service like Supaphoto. We transfer your tapes safely, preserving the original quality, and save the videos as MP4 files on a USB stick, hard drive or via a direct download link.
A: Both Digital8 and Hi8 tapes look the same physically, but they differ in how they record and store video. Hi8 is an analogue format, while Digital8 records in digital format using the same tape width. Digital8 also offers better image quality and sound. Supaphoto can convert both types — Digital8 and Hi8 — to digital or USB, preserving their unique footage at the best possible resolution.
A: At Supaphoto, we convert Digital8 tapes to USB starting from just £8.99 per tape. The final price depends on the number of tapes and the chosen quality level. You can also select optional post-processing services, such as colour correction and noise reduction, to enhance your videos. We offer a best price guarantee, meaning you’ll always get the most competitive rate for your chosen service and resolution. All prices include VAT, and your original tapes are returned to you with your digital copies once the transfer is complete.
A: There are two main ways to transfer a Digital8 tape: you can do it yourself using the right equipment, or you can have it professionally digitised. To do it yourself, you’ll need a functioning Digital8 camcorder, a FireWire or USB output, the appropriate cables, and video capture software. You then play the tape and record the footage onto your computer in real time. If your camcorder no longer works or you don’t have the setup, the easiest option is to use Supaphoto’s professional transfer service. We convert your Digital8 tapes directly to USB, ensuring each video is preserved in excellent quality. You’ll receive your tapes back along with your digital copies ready to play on any modern device.
A: Yes, absolutely. Supaphoto specialises in converting Digital8 tapes to USB in two different quality levels. With our Standard quality option, your tapes are saved in their original PAL resolution (720 × 576 pixels) as MP4 files. If you prefer sharper visuals, you can select our Premium quality, where the footage is upscaled to Full HD (1,920 × 1,080 pixels). Your videos will be saved onto a USB stick or hard drive depending on the file size, ready to plug into your computer or TV and enjoy instantly.
A: To watch your Digital8 tapes, you’ll need a functioning Sony Digital8 camcorder or a compatible playback deck. Simply connect your camcorder to your TV or computer using RCA or FireWire cables, switch the camcorder to playback mode, and press play. However, since most people no longer have working Digital8 players or suitable connections, it’s far easier to have your tapes converted to USB or digital format. Once converted by Supaphoto, you’ll be able to watch your Digital8 videos effortlessly on Smart TVs, computers, tablets or even smartphones — without needing the original camcorder.
A: Our standard turnaround time for converting Digital8 tapes is typically three to six weeks, depending on the number of tapes and their condition. If you need your videos returned sooner, we offer a Priority Service for faster processing. Each tape is carefully digitised, reviewed for quality, and saved in your chosen format before being returned alongside your digital copies.
A: Yes, in many cases we can. If your Digital8 tape is broken, tangled or has a minor tear, our technicians can usually repair it before digitisation. We use safe, professional repair techniques to minimise any quality loss and preserve as much footage as possible. For mouldy or severely damaged tapes, we assess them individually to determine the best approach before conversion.
