Hi8

Hi8 to Digital File and/or DVD Conversion Services in Toronto and the GTA

We offer a full suite of solutions to convert and transfer your Hi8 tapes into a digital file or DVD/Blu-ray format.

Sony’s Hi8 tape was released in 1989 to counter the propagating VHS. Improvements over the consumer grade VHS included the implementation of a higher grade magnetic tape, offering a better signal bandwidth with overall video quality comparable to the LaserDisc.

The cassettes can hold up to 120 minutes of content.

Beyond its initial intended use, the Hi8 tapes went on to facilitate the storage for the variety of digital video formats under the DV umbrella and compatibility with the Digital Tape Recording System used for audio.


PRICING SAMPLE VIDEOS





HI8 TAPE CONVERSIONS



STANDARD GRADE
$15.00/hr
of recorded material
 
640 x 480 resolution
MPEG 4 SD or DVD
PAL or SECAM $5/hour extra
1-hour per tape minimum
Pricing
FAMILY GRADE
$19.00/hour
of recorded material
After 25% discount
640 x 480 or 1920 x 1080 resolution
MPEG4 HD or MOV
PAL or SECAM $6/hour extra
1-hour per tape minimum
Pricing
ARCHIVAL GRADE
$125.00/tape

     
SD, 2K or 4K resolution
Preservation Copy (ProRes, AVI & other formats)
Access Copy (MP4 H.264 HD)
Metadata Capture / Custom Indexing
Pricing


SAMPLE VIDEOS




THE LIFESPAN OF MAGNETIC VIDEO TAPE


Magnetic video tapes typically have a lifespan of 10 to 25 years, with some reports citing up to 30 years. Over time, the magnetic particles lose charge in a phenomenon called remanence decay, which can cause discoloration, blacked out scenes, and eventually complete loss of footage. To extend the lifespan of content recorded on magnetic video tapes, it is best to store them in a cool and dry place with little to no climate change.


HOW IT WORKS



Any Questions?

Call: 416 479 0903
Toll free: 1 866 559 1163
E-mail: info@digitaltreasury.ca
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Logistics

Visit one of our 2 GTA locations
Ship your materials to us
Have us pick up from you

Digital Solutions

Digital files on:
USB / hard drive / the Cloud
DVD / Blu-rays



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Etobicoke (HQ)

415 Horner Ave. #8
Toronto, ON, M8W 4W3
416 479 0903

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North York

265 Rimrock Rd. #2A
Toronto, ON, M3J 3C6
416 479 0903

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ABOUT DIGITAL TREASURES


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In 2014 Digital Treasures went fully commercial and became a part of the Digital Treasury Group (DTG). DTG is exclusively focused on being the highest-quality provider of full-suite media conversion and archiving services nationally. We operate under a fully integrated ‘lean’ business model utilizing industry best practices for providing low-cost/high-value digital solutions to the commercial, institutional and retail marketplaces. Our infrastructure has been purpose-built to (1) mitigate all potential risks associated with the handling and processing of a high volume of multiple media formats and (2) ensure the delivery of a best-quality digital solution fit to the client’s specific requirements. Our methodology is based upon 10 years of dedicated media conversion and archiving experience coupled with 15 years of leading-edge corporate experience resulting in the creation of what we know to be the “best in class” provider of these services in Canada.

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