Digital conversion is a time-consuming process depending on many factors, one of which is the resolution and depth of the image scan. While almost any flatbed scanner can copy photo prints, only a few can scan negatives and slides while even fewer can scan them at high enough resolution for archival purposes. Even a high-speed scanner may take as long as five minutes per image at their best resolution.

However, this also means that these images are often of high enough quality to later print as 8x10 and even larger posters with minimal loss of detail. As well, this means that the pictures can actually ‘Pop’ on a modern HD television with more intensity than you would expect.

Of course, your home-shot photographs were likely taken with a conventional compact consumer camera which didn’t have the ability to adapt sufficiently to lighting conditions. In many of these cases, scanning the negative or the slide can bring out details lost in too-dark images and even recover (albeit poorly) pictures that are severely underexposed. Other techniques can also be used to improve images where the subject may be in shadow while the background is brightly lighted. The level of correction desired can affect the overall cost of the project.

Each project is quoted on an individual basis. While we offer very basic services for a flat fee, most jobs really require at least some adjustment that can only be determined by examining the subject matter. As such, the flat fee must be considered a minimum before the project is actually quoted. So far our clients have been very satisfied with the final product.

For an additional fee, your images can be built into a slideshow that can be played on your computer and/or on your television at home. This production can be as basic or as complex as you desire. Contact us with your request.