Roll film scanning and digitisation services in Scotland
At IDSL, we expertly digitise images held on 16mm & 35mm role film and convert them to TIFF, JPEG, or PDF images. When one document per frame is filmed on 16 mm roll film, it is known as simplex. Two images side-by-side on each frame is called duplex. The duplex images generally have the front and back of the original source document. With our comprehensive services, both sides can be scanned in either one frame, or documents may be divided into two different images. We work with you to find the best solution for you and your business.
ROLL FILM DATA SCANNING AND DIGITISATION
CUTTING EDGE SCANNING EQUIPMENT FOR EXCELLENT QUALITY AND RESULTS
IDSL's highly trained staff use cutting edge equipment, assuring clients that, during the scanning process, the finest images are captured from the original film. We understand that image orientation appears in many forms. They are filmed in either the positive or negative, with varying image lengths and sizes. There have contrasting image density, possibly due to film being degraded, or the result of inconsistencies in the original development process. The reduction ratio or aspect ratio may also differ technically. 35mm film was commonly reduced 12-16x, while 16mm usually ranges from 20 to 48x. The 16mm role cartridge which was a popular early type of film. It was kept in a sealed cartridge to protect it. The roll film cartridges may not have been perfect for scanning initially. However at IDSL, we are capable of digitally converting 16mm roll film cartridges to meet your needs.
The benefits of choosing IDSL
All media data conversion available
Indexing/metadata configuration taken care of
Archived media stored for easy access
Document retrieval software (SSL & GDPR compliant)
Fully accredited
Quality control assessments
Updated, controlled specialist data retrieved and stored from a wide range of media
