We provide a complete cine film transfer in true high definition.
Our 2k Phoenix scanners provide one to one frame scans in full HD.
Phoenix HD is exclusive to Alive Studios so you can only get this kind of quality here...
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Phoenix HD Technical Specs - at a glance
- True HD scanning is available for 8mm, super8, 9.5mm & 16mm film
- All film is cleaned prior to scanning
- We scan at 2K Film Resolution (2048 x 1556) and we can output to 1080i - 1080p - 1080-24p true cinema
- One to one frame scanning (every single frame is scanned no matter what speed your film is shot at)
- Multiple media outputs available (Blu-ray, HDV & ProRes 422 HQ, Image sequence, IPhone)
- Sound is transferred with our Dolby Stereo sound head. The sound is then output to Dolby Digital
- Sprocketless technology (gently guide the film over the scanner so perfect for old/brittle film)
- Enlarged gate so you can see more of your picture
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High Definition - Worth The Wait
The truth is, we were in a position to offer HD in 2007. With the advancements of high-def cameras on the market, we could easily have recorded a piece of film using a projector and a high definition camera. The results could of course be labeled as "high definition", but the fact is, unless you scan every cell individually in high definition, you're never going to achieve True HD. The other option of course is to scan the film in standard definition then simply up-scale it to high resolution and put it on Blu-Ray discs. Tempting? Not really. upscaling is like settling for second best - not something we're comfortable with here.
And so we waited...as did you....until 2009 to when we were ready to launch the UK's first True HD one to one film scanner. |
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Say Hello to True HD!
Cine film shot on Anamorphic lens?
We fully support cine film shot on an anamorphic (widescreen) lens.
If you filmed using an anamorphic lens, we will scan this film in true Widescreen meaning you enjoy all the benefits of your widescreen TV.
Cine Film on a Widescreen TV?
Of course, the majority of cine film was shot in standard 4:3 ration. Now, if you know your HD then you know it is a widescreen format. But your cine film is almost square, so how do we handle that? Well firstly, we scan the entire cell from edge to edge so you retain the full size film. We then expertly position the cell in the screen so that it uses the full vertical height of the screen, and adds black borders to the left and right to fill the screen to the edges without stretching your film sideways which would distort your film. |
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Did you shoot your cine film at 24fps?
If you filmed at 24fps you'll be thrilled to know that Blu-Ray supports true 24 Cinema, which mean we can put your film onto disc at 24 frames per second exactly as it was shot, with no need to insert any frames. Only Blu-Ray can do this, so if you're an enthusiast who wants to retain your filming methods perfectly, then go for the Blu-Ray option. |
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What is Blu-ray?
Blu-ray, also known as Blu-ray Disc (BD) is the name of a next-generation optical disc format. The format was developed to enable recording, rewriting and playback of high-definition video (HD), as well as storing large amounts of data. The format offers more than five times the storage capacity of traditional DVDs and can hold up to 25GB on a single-layer disc and 50GB on a dual-layer disc. |
Crystal Clear Picture
Blu-ray Discs have up to 6x better picture resolution than DVD. Resolution refers to the number of horizontal lines there are to fill the screen – the higher the number, the better the picture quality. Blu-ray Discs and players display at 1080p resolution, which is the highest standard today.
Advanced Interactivity
Seamless menus allow you to navigate the disc without ever leaving the movie. In the future, internet connectivity will deliver new content to enhance your film experience.
Backwards Compatible
All Blu-ray players can play DVDs. In addition, Blu-ray players “up convert” or “upscale” DVDs to a higher resolution so that they look even better than before.
I want my cine film transferring - why should I opt for Blu-ray?
You could just stick with a standard definition transfer - after all, it's damn good quality and it's less expensive.
However, you're in the process of moving your films from an outdated format to a modern one, and this will be done every generation no doubt to keep the films viewable throughout history - so shouldn't you really be going for the most technically advanced version available? If you don't do it now, someone will come to do it later and the film will sadly have deteriorated losing your priceless memories forever.
By opting for HD, you guarantee the definition is higher, the quality is superior, the format will last longer. Even if all your family are not fully HD compatible yet, you should still get your master copy done in HD, and order a copy on DVD so you can share it around every one in the family today, safe in the knowledge that you've future-proofed your films.
What do I need to watch Blu-ray Disc high definition movies?
• HDTV (preferably 1080p resolution)
• HDMI cables (for the best picture quality)
• Blu-ray Disc player or PlayStation 3 (Blu-ray Discs will not play on DVD players)
Improvements to Sound
Sound enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that from March 2009, all HD cine film orders with sound on will be scanned on the brand new Phoenix HD system to use the systems enhanced sound capture capabilities.
Our music licence gives you full Surround Sound, and if your film has it's own soundtrack, this will be output on your disc in Dolby Digital Professional. |
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If you love the medium of old film and don't want to lose
the feeling in it's reproduction, but understand the necessity
to protect it, and are excited by the possibility of actually improving it, then Alive Studios is the company for you.
We have always felt we offered the highest quality
cine film transfer in the UK, and with the launch of this new high definition system, we have surpassed this and now offer something
even more unique.
We call it Phoenix 2k.
