8mm & Super 8 Film Transfer in Dayton, OH – Preserve Your Memories Digitally
Real People. Real Experience. Right Here in Dayton.
At Curtis Media Transfer, your 8mm and Super 8 movie films never leave our shop. We’ve been converting film to digital for over 20 years, and all transfers are done locally at our Huber Heights location—never outsourced, never shipped away. Every reel is hand-cleaned and inspected by experienced professionals who know how to spot issues before they become problems. We use professional-grade, frame-by-frame scanning for a clear, flicker-free result. If a reel is blank or too damaged to transfer, you’ll get an immediate refund — no hassle. Best of all, you can walk in, speak with a real person, and trust that your memories are in careful, local hands.
8mm Film Transfer Pricing
3 Inch (50') $10
5 Inch Reel (200') $40
7 Inch Reel (400') $80
This is the standard size most home movie film came back on after developing — 50 feet of film.
Holds the same amount of film as four 3-inch reels spliced together. $40.00 per reel.
Holds the same as eight 3-inch reels spliced together. $80.00 per reel.
What’s Included in Your Transfer Price
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Walk-In Convenience
No appointments, no drop boxes, no surprises. Just walk in during business hours and hand your films directly to us — in person.
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True Brick-and-Mortar Service
We’re not working out of a back room or home office. We’re your neighbors right here in Huber Heights — part of the Dayton area — and we’re open Monday–Friday, 9–5, and Saturday, 10–1.
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All Work Done In-House
Your films never leave our shop. No outsourcing. No shipping.
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Cleaned, Corrected & Stabilized
We clean every reel before transfer, correct color issues, improve under/overexposed film when possible, and apply video stabilization for smoother playback.
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Frame-by-Frame Quality
We use professional frame-by-frame scanners to digitize your 8mm and Super 8 film with crisp, flicker-free results — far better than old projector-based transfers.
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Smart File Naming
Instead of random filenames, we label your files using dates or details written on your reels when possible.
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Fair, Honest Pricing
You only pay for reels we can successfully digitize. If your 8mm or Super 8 film is blank or damaged beyond recovery, there’s no charge. Simple, straightforward 8mm film transfer pricing — no packages, no gimmicks.
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Over 20 Years of Experience
We’ve helped thousands preserve their family films — with care, professionalism, and pride.
Your Digital Output Options for 8mm Film Transfers
You can choose to get your movies on a flash drive, DVD, or as a digital download. One option is included with your transfer. Want more than one? It's just $2 extra per reel for each additional output type.
Flash Drive
Digital Download
DVD
Take your movies anywhere. Bring your own drive or buy one from us for $10. Easy to use on most smart TVs and computers.
We’ll email you a secure link that you can share with family or friends — no account needed. Fast, simple, and included with your transfer.
A classic way to watch and share. DVDs come labeled with your family name or any custom text — included at no extra charge.
Walk-In Service from a Real Family-Run Storefront
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At Curtis Media Transfer, all work is done in-house — nothing is shipped out, and nothing is outsourced. Unlike many others, we’re a full-time, family-run storefront located in the Grove Park Office Suites in Huber Heights. You don’t need an appointment. Just stop in during our regular hours: Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM.
We return your original media safely after transfer, and we’re always available to talk face-to-face. We’re not a side gig in someone’s garage — we’re a real business with real roots.
— Robert, Cheryl & Lee Curtis
Common Questions
Do I get my 8mm films back?
Yes, your original films will be returned to you after the transfer.
Do I pay up front?
Yes. However, if any of your films are blank or can’t be transferred, we’ll refund your card immediately. No hassle.
Do you ship me a box?
No. We keep things simple — just drop them off or ship them using packaging you already have.
If I mail in my tapes, how much is return shipping?
$12.00 flat rate. We’ll return your originals along with your completed transfers.
What are your walk-in hours?
Monday–Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM Saturday: 10 AM – 1 PM No appointment needed.
Is it true your lobby is like a mini museum?
Yes! Come check out our vintage camcorders, projectors, and audio gear on display.
How long have you been in business?
We’ve been helping families preserve their memories for over 22 years.
What types of films do you transfer?
We transfer any 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm silent film..
They did a great job transferring my super 8 mm to digital, and their prices are great. Very nice people. Can’t wait to surprise Mom and little brother with the DVD.
Family operated.
Super friendly and helpful.
Took lots of old movies to transfer to dvds and they turned out great.
Great people and wonderful product. They really are about their customers and their product. Highly recommended!