Transfer Digital8 to Digital,
USB, DVD & Cloud

$19.95ea      $24.95
(when you send 10 or more)  

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Convert Digital8 to Digital in Australia

Digital8 camcorders were the big step up in the late 90s and early 2000s, offering crisp digital recording on familiar 8mm-style tapes. But the cameras have vanished, and the tapes themselves are slowly breaking down. Our Digital8 to digital transfer service preserves your family milestones safely — from birthdays to holidays — so you can watch and share them on any modern device.

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Transfer Digital8 to Digital,
USB, DVD & Cloud

$19.95ea      $24.95
(when you send 10 or more)  

reelbox-sale-icon

Convert Digital8 to Digital in Australia

Digital8 camcorders were the big step up in the late 90s and early 2000s, offering crisp digital recording on familiar 8mm-style tapes. But the cameras have vanished, and the tapes themselves are slowly breaking down. Our Digital8 to digital transfer service preserves your family milestones safely — from birthdays to holidays — so you can watch and share them on any modern device.

Receive Your Digital Files Back On

Buy Now Pay Later

Convert HI8 to Digital Today

Using state of the art methods, Reelbox will convert your ageing HI8 Tapes to a modern digital video format called MP4. This is the most universal file format to date allowing you to easily..

  1. Watch on any Smart TV through your USB
  2. Edit your digital MP4 video files on any Mac or PC with your favourite video editing software.
  3. Share your digital video files with family and friends easily by making copies to other USBs.
  4. Preserve your precious memories in a digital format that will never decay or lose quality.
  5. Backup to other storage devices, computers or cloud services for permanent safe keeping.

We can provide your digital files via

  1. USB – supplied by Reelbox or by you
  2. Cloud File Download – We provide a shareable link to your digital files
  3. DVD – Yes we also provide DVD copies additionally if you prefer.

Pricing is on a ‘per tape’ basis for the following formats : VHS, Betamax, VHS-C, Video8, HI8, Digital8, MiniDV, HDMiniDV, MicroMV. Volume discounts apply as per table below. Formats may be combined. One named and numbered MP4 video file is supplied per tape.

By default we only digitise HOME MOVIE footage and cut out recorded TV shows and movies. If you require the TV shows / Movies please tick the check box on the order form. If we only find TV shows / Movies we will put these tapes to the side with a $5 per tape checking fee for our time. Duplicate tapes will be digitised. Standard turnaround time is approx 2-4 weeks. Fast Track Express service is available on request.

 TRANSFER TO MP4 VIDEO PRICE PER TAPE
ONE TAPE ONLY
(Includes FREE digital download & FREE Express upgrade)
$39.95
2 or more $24.95
**10 or more SEND10 SALE $24.95 $19.95
TRANSFER TO DVD MASTER  PRICE PER ITEM
DVD Master Copy
(charged per tape at time of transfer as an optional extra)
$14.95 per tape
Extra DVD Copies $12.95 per DVD
RECEIVING YOUR DIGITAL FILES PRICE
Reelbox USB Flash Drive In Printed Case $34.95 (64GB) / $59.95 (128GB)
USB Flash Drive Supplied By Customer $9.95 copy & handling fee per drive
Reelbox Portable Hard Drive $99.00 (500GB)
Cloud File Download (Avail for 30 days) $19.95 (<20GB) / $29.95 (up to 30GB)
 ADDITIONAL SERVICES PRICE
Tape Repair – minor tape repair (splice) $10.00 per tape
Tape Repair – major tape repair (case replace) $25.00 Per tape
Tape Check Fee (no home video found) $5.00 per tape
Mouldy Tapes Cleaned $5.00 per tape
Express Service (within 2 weeks) + 25% loading

Some Other Formats We Digitise..

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VHS Tape

VHS Tapes

from $24.95

Video8 Tape

Video8 Tapes

from $24.95

CDs & DVDs

CDs & DVDs

from $14.95

35mm Slides

35mm Slides

from 99c

“Thank you so much for your outstanding service. I was a bit worried sending my precious tapes interstate.
Your company kept in contact every step of the way”
– Teresa P.

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Converting Digital8 Tapes to Digital

The last hurrah for the 8mm video tape format

Back in the late 90s and early 2000s, Sony introduced the Digital8 camcorder. It was a clever hybrid — offering true digital video quality but still using the same familiar 8mm-style cassettes from the Video8 and Hi8 era. For families, it felt like stepping into the future without having to throw away the shoebox full of old tapes. Birthdays, weddings, school concerts — they all found their way onto Digital8, recorded with crystal-clear quality (well, clear by 90s standards).

The problem? Camcorders don’t last forever, and Digital8 models disappeared from store shelves almost as quickly as dial-up internet. Now, many families are left with a stack of tapes but no way to watch them. And let’s be honest — even if you do find an old camcorder on eBay, it probably won’t last long enough to get through Uncle Barry’s three-hour wedding speech.

That’s where converting Digital8 to digital comes in. By transferring your tapes to USB, DVD, or the cloud, you’re not only protecting them from the slow breakdown of magnetic tape, but also making them easy to watch on today’s devices. Imagine being able to relive those Y2K hairstyles, questionable dance moves, and 90s fashion choices with just a click — no tracking lines, no rewinding, no hassle.

Your family history deserves better than being trapped on a format most people under 30 have never even heard of. With professional Digital8 conversion, your memories are safe, shareable, and future-proof — ready to make you laugh, cringe, and maybe even tear up all over again.

ORDERING IS SUPER EASY

SEND TO US OR DROP IN

1. Post It.

Just bundle up all your items in a box or satchel with your contact details and drop off at your local post office. We will take care of the rest!

2. Have It Picked Up.

Package up your items in a box with your contact details and go to www.sendle.com.au follow the prompts to organise to get your memories collected from your location of choice.

3. Drop It In.

Drop in to our processing centre anytime M-F 9am to 5pm. One of our friendly team members will be there to assist you with your memories or any questions you may have.

GET POSTAL INSTRUCTIONS

Posting your memories to us is easy! Simply enter your email address below to receive BONUS OFFER & postage instructions:

ORDERING IS SUPER EASY

SEND TO US OR DROP IN

1. Post It.

Just bundle up all your items in a box or satchel with your contact details and drop off at your local post office. We will take care of the rest!

2. Have It Picked Up.

Package up your items in a box with your contact details and go to www.sendle.com.au follow the prompts to organise to get your memories collected from your location of choice.

3. Drop It In.

Drop in to our processing centre anytime M-F 9am to 5pm. One of our friendly team members will be there to assist you with your memories or any questions you may have.

GET POSTAL INSTRUCTIONS

Posting your memories to us is easy! Simply enter your email address below to receive BONUS OFFER & postage instructions: