16mm film transfer in Melbourne

We prepare 16mm movie film by hand and transfer it here in the shop. Paul has 24 years in the trade, working across the business.

A little 16mm history: 16mm arrived in 1923 as a cheaper alternative to 35mm. In 1932, 8mm followed as a cheaper alternative to 16mm. We transfer home movies as well as footage shot more seriously.

Every job is identified with a unique four digit sticker. We clean the film by hand, inspect it for damage and repair broken splices. Your 16mm film is then transferred in real time, with colour and density adjusted as it goes. Your film stays in the shop while the work is done.

Choose the format that suits how you want to watch and share the footage.

Turnaround depends on how many reels there are, how busy the lab is and the condition of the film.

For 16mm film transfer in Melbourne, ring PhotoQ on (03) 9855 0006 and we'll quote on your reels. The price is fixed and agreed at the counter before work starts. No set-up fees or hidden fees.

For a mix of cine gauges, see 16mm, 8mm & Super 8mm Transfer and Conversions. Super 8 transfer and 8mm film transfer cover those gauges. There is also a separate 9.5mm transfer page.

Other Transfer Services covers video tapes. Slide scanning in Melbourne explains the slide service.

We're at 605-607 High Street, Kew East, opposite the Harp Hotel. Tram route 48 stops right out the front at stop 39. There are public car parks in Valerie Street and Strathalbyn Street near the shop, plus parking on High Street. Open Monday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 10.00am to 4.00pm. Closed weekends.

No appointment is needed. Bring the reels as they are; we do the labelling.

Not in Melbourne? Order by post.

Broken splices are repaired as part of the job. Every reel is inspected before transfer.

Please don't send copyright material unless you hold the copyright or have written permission from the copyright holder. If you hold the copyright, proof will be required. Otherwise, written permission must come with your order.