Microfilming Services

The popularity of microfilm as an archive media is largely down to two major factors:

  • Future-proof technology - unlike scanning which requires media specific technology, microfilm has a life in excess of 100 years and can be read simply by a magnification device
  • Longevity - microfilm has a life in excess of 100 years and can be read simply by a magnification device

Microfilm Formats

All microfilm starts life as either 16mm or 35mm roll film but in order to be accessible by the end user, the raw film is usually converted to one of a number of formats, depending on preference. Click here to find out more about microfilm formats.