People often ask us what is Super-8 and why use Super 8 film for your Wedding Video? So we decided to write a little blog post on it. Whenever you see "home movie" footage from the 1960's and 1970s, the chances are that it would have been filmed on Super-8 movie film, as this was the main filming format used at the time. Super 8 Wedding Films have become really popular with people wanting that authentic retro-style vintage look, that the home movies had. s8films love using Super 8 Cine Film for capturing weddings as it gives your wedding day footage a timeless magical feel.
What is Super 8 film wedding?
Why have your Wedding Day filmed on Super8, well Super-8 film, has a unique, unmistakably Classic, Vintage look & feel – making you and your Wedding Day look both Glamorous and Stylish. s8films not only use 'real' Super 8mm Cine film stock but we also use original Super-8 cameras which help give your Wedding Video a truly authentic Vintage-film-look reminiscent of the home movies from the 1960s and 1970s.
Super 8 Wedding Film TRULY Vintage
The use of real Super 8mm cine film stock and original cameras helps to give your wedding video a truly authentic vintage film look that is reminiscent of the home movies from the 1960s and 1970s. Our team is dedicated to capturing the essence of your special day and providing you with a one-of-a-kind film that will be treasured for years to come. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can create a unique and timeless film of your special day."
Is Super 8 film still available?
Yes Super 8 film is still available and its fan base is growing every day. Kodak launched the revolutionary Super-8mm film format in May 1965, with the idea of making film-making available to all. It was progression from the earlier formats such as “double” and “Regular-8 film. The Cine film itself has smaller perforations down one edge, facilitating a greater area for exposure, and allowing for the later development of an oxide strip to run along the opposite side on to which sound could be recorded.
The '8' refers to how wide the film is itself, 8mm! People used mechanical Super-8 movie cameras and celluloid film cartridges to shoot their holidays, weddings and special events. The film stock is sometimes known as Cine film, Super-8mm or Super-8 but it's all the same thing - this can be confusing!
Check out our Website to find out more or have a look at some of the movie edits below
Watch some of our Wedding films below to see the look and feel of Super8 film stock.
In 2021 Kodak brought out a new 'Super-8 camera' designed by Yves Behar. Could this kickstart a whole new genration of Super 8 film loving fans!
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can create a unique and timeless film of your special day."