Why transfer old media to DVD?
- DVD video disc storage allows better resolution, which is far greater than that offered by laser disc media and has almost twice the resolution of standard VHS videotape.
- VHS cassettes are no longer the predominant format for movies. It is getting harder to find VCR technology with the increase in Blu-Ray and High Definition video. Soon you will not be able to purchase VHS tapes and VCR players.
- There are currently no plans to continue selling VHS recorders and they will likely soon be discontinued all together.
- Another advantage is that a DVD disc is not physically touched while it spins in the player, so there is no wear and tear or loss of fidelity over time. Also since DVD is a digital format, it allows you more options for editing and preserving your footage in the future. In contrast, videotapes do touch a playback system and will eventually break down, degrading image quality.
- Film degrades over time, scratches and dirt cause tracking problems that will occur within a matter of years.
- DVD’s require minimal storage space.
- DVD’s are easy to navigate through with titles and chapters
- DVD’s are quiet and do not need to be rewound after use!
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