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How DPI and Bit Depth Impact Film Negative Scanning Quality Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

If you’ve ever held a strip of old film negatives up to the light, you know they don’t look like much at first—just tiny, inverted images with a brownish or bluish tint. But hidden in those strips is a wealth...

Want to Convert VHS to DVD or Digital? Here’s How to Do It Right! Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

If you’re like many people, you’ve probably got a box of old VHS tapes tucked away in your closet or attic, gathering dust. Inside those tapes are precious moments—family gatherings, weddings, vacations, and milestones—that deserve to be enjoyed again. However,...

Why You Should Convert VHS-C to Digital Now Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

Do you have old VHS-C tapes filled with memories of family holidays, weddings, or milestone birthdays? If so, it might be time to take action before those tapes start to degrade. VHS-C tapes were once the best way to capture...

The Advantages of Scanning Film Negatives Over Printed Photos Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

When preserving precious memories, many people assume that scanning printed photos is the best option. However, if you have film negatives, you have a far better source for high-quality digital conversions. Professional negative scanning services offer exceptional image quality. Using...

Why Old 8mm Film Reels Are at Risk and How to Preserve Them? Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

Remember those old 8mm film reels tucked away in a box somewhere? They hold your family’s history—birthdays, vacations, and everyday moments frozen in time. But here’s the problem: those reels won’t last forever. Over time, film deteriorates. Colors fade, images...

Recreate the Past: Photo Restoration for Generations to Come Written by: Brandon Harris, Smooth Photo Scanning Services

Old photographs are more than just images; they are priceless memories of the past, capturing moments that define our families and histories. However, time isn’t always kind to these fragile keepsakes. Fading, discoloration, tears, and water damage can leave photos...