Convert Videotapes
The very best of your memories are on videotapes. Whether your old videos need converting, repairing, cleaning or restoring, Supaphoto is here to help.
Convert Tapes to Digital, DVD or even USB with us today. It’s quick, simple and the most important thing you can do today for your family.
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Freephone 0800 690 6160
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About Our Service - The Supaphoto© Way
Thousands of Families Have Trusted Supaphoto
Our customers span from private individuals to institutions and TV production companies
How our Video to DVD Conversion Service Works
The best thing you could ever do for your family in three simple steps.
1. Package Up Your Memories
Simply pack your beloved memories and send the Video tapes to us. Use either our courier collection and return service or send it to us directly. Ask for your step by step welcome pack now.
2. Lovingly Converted
We love what we do. Our dedicated team will digitise your old tapes to dvd. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
This is where the magic begins, We’ll return your original media. Once the videos in DVD format are ready, you’ll be able to relax and let those 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.
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!.
How to Choose the Best Conversion for your Old Videos
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
We take your video tapes and convert your Videos to DVD. It’s so easy to play it on any DVD player or other disc drive.
Your converted Video Tapes on a memory stick. Just Plug into your computer (or TV) and play, save or copy them.
Videos converted to Digital and uploaded to the cloud for easy access by you and your family.
What you‘ll get: Your tapes transferred to DVD.
What to order: Just ask for the DVD option to get all your conversions.
Ideal for: Watching on your telly or a computer with disc drive.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
What you’ll Get: Conversions as computer files.
What to Order: Just order a cloud download option. It’s simple.
Ideal For: Quick access and sharing with the family.
How to Choose the Best Conversion for your Old Videos
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Videos converted to Digital and uploaded to the cloud for easy access by you and your family.
What you‘ll get: Conversions as computer files.
What to order: Just order a cloud download option. It’s simple.
Ideal for: Quick access and sharing with the family.
Your converted Video Tapes on a memory stick. Just Plug into your computer (or TV) and play, save or copy them.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
Transfer Videos to DVD
We take your video tapes and convert your Videos to DVD. It’s so easy to play it on any DVD player or other disc drive.
What you’ll get: Your tapes transferred to DVD.
What to Order: Just ask for the DVD option to get all your conversions.
Ideal For: Watching on your television or a computer with disc drive.
The UK’s Favourite Video to DVD Converter
The video to the left explains how our video-to-DVD transfer service works and includes sample transfers so you can see examples of the results created from original recordings. It also gives you a clearer idea of what happens behind the scenes before your footage is transferred onto disc.
Every tape is handled in our fully equipped, professional-grade studio. Before playback, our technicians carry out a pre-assessment and inspection to check the media and identify any visible issues that could affect the transfer.
Older recordings can respond differently depending on the playback equipment used. Rather than relying on a single machine, we can test tapes across multiple suitable decks to establish which gives the strongest and most stable picture and sound. Our playback and capture equipment is also carefully maintained to help us achieve the best possible quality available from the source recording.
See also our Prices and FAQs further below.
What you can Expect From Us & Advantages
We are really proud to be an ongoing technical partner to the TV Production Company behind for the BBC’s Repair Shop and have worked on multiple programmes.
See more examples of references below.
Digitised in the UK
Your VHS Tapes are hand digitised right here in the UK for your peace of mind.
Advanced Service
Studio grade equipment and AI software to enhance and even recover mould affected tapes.
Free Blanks
Free tape inspection & no charge for blanks or tapes that begin with TV when requested.
Originals Returned
For peace of mind, we’ll return your VHS tapes.
Security & Updates
We take security very seriously at Supaphoto with updates along the way and tracking.
Professional Studio Grade Technology
We use professional-grade VHS decks and high end capture hardware for faithful, accurate transfers.
Nothing beats reliving old memories but remade for today
We take technical quality seriously at Supaphoto. We deliver great results with our video capture process as you can see from the example frame below an old video from over 25 years ago. This enhancement technology can sharpen film. remove excess harsh noise while recovering true authentic detail, stabilise the film & more.
Now with our REVIVAL AI process and treatment, we can now super charge the quality of your VHS Tape prior to converting to DVD if this appeals.
VHS tapes can deteriorate over time, with picture quality fading, sound weakening, and the tape becoming damaged or difficult to play. Transferring them to DVD helps protect your memories in a more convenient format before the original tape wears out.
For more information, watch our video transfer service and examples video
Before
Pre Treatment
After
Post Treatment
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Sir Richard Attenborough – Just One of Our 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.
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.
Our Videotape 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 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 £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 collect / Can we visit your studio?
Yes we collect throughout the whole of the UK! Alternatively, you may visit us too so that we can go through the variables together. Just call or email us in advance to make an appointment at a suitable time please.
Do you send the originals back?
Yes indeed – It’s important that you always keep your originals safe.
Can You Upscale to HD/4K High Definition?
Yes! We can optional offer this service. Just ask!
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.
What delivery service do you recommend?
We always advise sending by Royal Mail Special Delivery which is still the safest option in UK today.
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.
Where can i learn more about video conversion options?
If you’re still unsure which Video Transfer service is best for you, read our comprehensive guide to video tape formats and conversion options.
Bulk Discount?
Got a large order? We’ll always do our best to help you. Just give us a call and we’ll see what we can do.!
More Help & Guidance
Converting old videotapes to DVD can be a practical choice when you prefer a physical format that is simple to store, label and play on compatible equipment. It also removes the need to keep relying on ageing VHS machines or camcorders just to revisit family recordings. The guidance below covers the main decisions involved, from preparing an order and choosing an output to understanding pricing, tape formats and common mistakes.
Benefits of Choosing a Professional Video to DVD Service
Using a professional service means you do not have to source working legacy players, capture equipment, cables and recording software for several different tape formats. That can be particularly useful when a family collection contains VHS alongside camcorder recordings gathered over many years.
DVD provides a familiar physical format that can be labelled and organised by date, event or family member. For households with compatible DVD players or computers with disc drives, it also offers straightforward playback without having to manage folders of digital files.
If your collection contains several kinds of video cassette, our professional videotape transfer service provides a useful starting point for mixed formats.
Families tackling photographs at the same time may also find our guide to organising photographs, slides and albums for digitisation helpful when bringing a wider archive into order.
How to Place an Order
Begin by gathering the tapes you want transferred. Keep original cases, handwritten labels, dates and event descriptions with the correct cassettes wherever possible. These details can be valuable when identifying and organising the finished DVDs.
You do not need to play every recording beforehand. If your old video equipment has been unused for years, it may be better simply to package the tapes securely and allow the transfer process to establish what is recorded.
Choose DVD as your preferred output when placing the order. Supaphoto then handles the assessment, playback, transfer and quality-control stages before your original media and completed discs are returned.
If most of your collection consists of camcorder recordings, our camcorder tape to DVD service provides a more specific option.
For questions about ordering, packing or returning media, the Supaphoto frequently asked questions provide further practical guidance.
An Easy Process Without the Technical Work
Converting old tapes yourself can involve finding the correct machine, connecting capture hardware, configuring software and recording footage in real time. A professional service removes much of that technical work.
Your main task is simply to gather and organise the material. Keep useful labels attached, group related tapes where practical and make a note of any recordings that are especially important.
Once transferred, the finished DVDs can be organised in a way that makes sense to your household. A large box of unlabelled or difficult-to-play cassettes can become a collection that is considerably easier to browse.
It is still sensible to retain your original tapes after transfer because they remain the source recordings.
If you are organising photographs alongside your videos, our guide to photo and album scanning can help you apply the same structured approach to another part of the family archive.
Digital Download, USB or DVD – What’s Best?
The best output depends largely on how you plan to watch and store your recordings.
A DVD suits people who prefer physical media and already have compatible DVD playback equipment. It can be labelled, stored with other family discs and selected without having to browse computer folders.
A USB memory stick holds digital video files and makes copying or backing up footage straightforward. If that better matches the devices you use, our video transfer to USB option provides a file-based physical alternative.
A digital download is useful if you are comfortable managing files yourself and do not need an additional physical storage device.
There is no single output that is right for every household. DVD favours familiar disc playback, while digital files offer greater flexibility for duplication and storage. For irreplaceable footage, having more than one copy in different forms can also reduce dependence on a single disc or device.
Video to DVD Pricing Guidance
The total cost of transferring a video collection can depend on the number of tapes, how much recorded footage they contain and any additional options selected.
Start by counting your cassettes accurately. If you have several formats, group them where possible so you have a clearer picture of what is being sent.
Do not automatically discard unlabelled tapes. A cassette with no description may still contain important footage, and Supaphoto does not charge for blank or untransferrable items.
Think about how many finished copies you need as well. One DVD set may suit one household, while additional copies can be useful when several family members want the same recordings.
Optional advanced processing, extra outputs or additional copies may affect the final total when selected.
Because current prices and options can change, calculate your order using the live pricing displayed on the service page rather than relying on older information.
For a wider view of preserving ageing media, our guide to digital transfer services for older collections provides useful background.
Understanding Video Tape and DVD Formats
“Video tape” is a broad term covering several recording systems. DVD is different: it is the finished optical disc used to hold and play the transferred footage.
| Format | What It Is | Typical Original Use | Can Be Supplied on DVD? |
|---|---|---|---|
| VHS | Full-size analogue cassette | Home movies and television recordings | Yes |
| VHS-C | Compact analogue cassette | Consumer camcorders | Yes |
| S-VHS | Higher-specification analogue cassette | Enhanced video recording | Yes |
| Video8 | Small analogue cassette | Camcorders | Yes |
| Hi8 | Enhanced analogue 8mm cassette | Camcorders | Yes |
| Digital8 | Digital 8mm-sized cassette | Digital camcorders | Yes |
| MiniDV | Small digital cassette | Digital camcorders | Yes |
| DVD | Optical disc | Playback of transferred video | Finished output |
You do not need to identify every cassette yourself. Keeping cases and labels with the recordings is usually more useful than guessing or repeatedly testing tapes in unfamiliar equipment.
Video Learning Zone: Common Questions
What is the best way to convert old videos to DVD?
For important recordings, professional transfer avoids the need to locate compatible legacy equipment and set up a home capture system. It also provides a structured process for assessing, transferring and checking the finished recordings.
Can different tape formats be transferred to DVD?
A collection may contain several original formats. Each needs suitable playback equipment during transfer, but the resulting footage can be supplied on DVD where appropriate.
Is DVD better than USB?
DVD is convenient if you prefer disc playback and have compatible equipment. USB is more suitable when you want digital files that are easy to copy, organise and back up. The better choice depends on how you intend to use the recordings.
Do I get my original tapes back?
Yes. Your original media is returned following the transfer process, so you can retain the source recordings alongside the completed DVDs.
You can find further answers in the additional questions about this service section on the page.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Assuming every old cassette is VHS. Home-video collections often contain several different tape formats.
Testing tapes in incompatible equipment. Similar-looking cassettes can require completely different playback systems.
Removing original labels. Handwritten dates, names and events can be invaluable when organising finished DVDs.
Discarding unidentified tapes. An unlabelled cassette may still contain important family footage.
Choosing DVD without checking your equipment. Make sure you still have suitable disc playback available.
Keeping only one copy of important footage. Consider an additional digital backup for irreplaceable recordings.
Throwing away the source tapes immediately. Retaining the originals provides another layer of preservation.
If your wider archive also contains large quantities of photographs, our guide to bulk photo scanning and archive organisation can help you plan the next stage of preserving your family collection.
More Questions About this Format
A: The easiest and most reliable way to convert your home videos to DVD is by using a professional digitisation service. At Supaphoto, we have the technology and expertise to transfer your tapes quickly, safely, and at the highest possible quality — all for an affordable price. This saves you the effort and uncertainty of trying to manage the process yourself.
A: To convert your camcorder footage to DVD, connect the camcorder to your PC using a video capture card. Then, open your capture software, start recording, and play the tape in real time. Once captured, you can burn the file directly to DVD. If that sounds complex, Supaphoto can handle the process for you, saving you hours of setup and troubleshooting.
A: Our prices can go as low as £29.99 per tape for larger orders that qualify for bulk discounts. This makes Supaphoto one of the most affordable professional options for video tape conversion, while still delivering exceptional quality and service.
To keep your video tapes in good condition, store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity. These conditions help prevent mould growth and tape degradation. Even with proper care, magnetic tape deteriorates over time, so the best way to preserve your footage permanently is to transfer your tapes to digital files as soon as possible.
A: Supaphoto is a UK-based specialist in VHS to DVD and VHS to digital transfers. We help preserve your precious home movies by converting them into long-lasting, high-quality formats like DVD, USB, or Cloud. Our process protects your tapes from further deterioration and ensures your memories can be enjoyed for generations to come.
A: VHS tapes typically last between 10 and 30 years, depending on how they’re stored. Even when kept in good conditions, the magnetic material gradually deteriorates, leading to a loss in picture and sound quality. That’s why digitising your VHS tapes is so important — at Supaphoto, we can safeguard your memories permanently in a stable, digital format.
A: The fastest and most convenient way to convert VHS to digital is to use a professional transfer service. The process requires time, experience, and specialised equipment, making home conversions challenging. By choosing Supaphoto, you’ll save time and money while ensuring your treasured memories are preserved at the highest quality.
A: In most cases, VCR tapes can be repaired, depending on the level of damage. Broken or split sections of tape can usually be spliced together with minimal data loss. To avoid the risk of making the damage worse, it’s best to let professionals handle repairs. A specialist digitisation company like Supaphoto can safely restore and convert your tapes without any hassle.
