How to Inexpensively Transfer 8mm Films to DVD

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Inexpensively Transfer 8mm Films to DVD

You have a lot of old 8mm films that you'd like to convert to the DVD format.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

There are conversion services available to convert your 8mm films to DVD, but for the most part, they charge $3 to $5 per minute, with a minimum charge as well. If money is no object, that's the way to go. However, if you want to do it inexpensively, then continue reading.
Step 2

If you have 8mm films, chances are that you also have an 8mm projector. Begin by projecting the images on a flat, white, smooth surface. A wall isn't generally good because the textured surface blurs the image. Use a white art board and project the image to a width of about two feet. Much larger and you'll reduce the quality.
Step 3

Now set your video camera on a tripod on a level with the projector's lens, and as close to the projector as possible. Then simply video tape the entire 8mm film or films that you want to convert. Don't worry about bad portions of the film - you'll be able to edit those out later in your computer.
Step 4

Now transfer the video tapes from your camera to your computer's movie maker program. For example, Apple Computers come with an iMovie program. Using your movie maker software, you can now edit your video, add titles, credits, and sound. Then as a last step, burn a DVD from your edited video.

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