Most popularThe Vault
HK$9916 – 64 GB
HK$299128 GB and up
Every file on a USB drive, kept in a solid aluminium case with free laser engraving on the lid.
About The VaultU-matic to Digital
U-matic broadcast tapes.
Every tape is played on a calibrated deck, stabilised and saved as MP4 in SD, 1080p or 4K. Mouldy or broken tapes can be repaired first.
from HK$800
Pricing simple and transparent.
Choose quantities and quality, then add to your box.
What is U-matic?
U‑matic was introduced by Sony in 1971 as the world’s first videocassette format. Designed for professional, educational, and institutional use, it replaced bulky open‑reel systems and made video recording more practical and reliable.
As technology advanced, U‑matic faced competition from newer formats such as Betacam and other broadcast‑grade systems. These offered improved image quality, smaller equipment, and more efficient workflows.
How we digitise it.
Broadcast-grade playback
Each tape is played on a cleaned, calibrated deck matched to its format for the cleanest possible signal.
Frame-accurate capture
Time-base correction and dropout compensation stabilise the picture before the video is encoded to MP4.
Tape repair in-house
Mouldy or broken tapes are cleaned and spliced by our technicians before digitising.
SD, 1080p or 4K output
Choose the output quality that suits how you will watch and share your memories.
What's included.
- Pickup by courier, SF Express, or drop-off in Central
- Files on USB and/or Google Photos
- Originals returned safely
- You only pay for what we actually digitise
Most popular
Easy sharingGoogle Photos
HK$99
Uploaded straight to your Google Photos to view on any device and share with family.
About Google Photos
Great giftThe Frame
HK$888frame included
Your photos go straight onto Capture’s smart frame, playing at home every day.
About The FrameHow it works — three simple steps.
1.Build your box and order online
Choose your media and quantities, then pay a deposit to confirm.
Your memories are in safe hands.
Tracked from start to finish
Every item is logged when it arrives and tracked until it is back with you.
Handled in Hong Kong
Your media never leaves Hong Kong. All work happens at our Central studio.
Satisfaction guaranteed
Not happy with a file? We will redo it.
Visit our two stores.
Drop off in Central or Lai Chi Kok. Book a free 15-minute slot and we count everything with you.
Central
10/F, Sea Bird House, 22-28 Wyndham Street, Central
4 min walk from Central MTR Exit D1
Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00 · Sat–Sun 10:00–18:00 · Closed on public holidays
Lai Chi Kok
Room 2702, 918 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Lai Chi Kok
30 sec walk from Lai Chi Kok MTR Exit C
Mon–Thu 09:00–19:00 · Sat 10:00–18:00 · Closed Fri, Sun and public holidays
Frequently asked questions
- What does the price per tape cover?
- The whole tape, whatever its length or recording mode, converted to MP4.
- Can you fix mouldy or broken tapes?
- Yes. Tape cleaning and repair is available as an add-on before digitising.
- How do I get my media to Capture?
- Choose door-to-door collection (HK$200, free for orders of HK$2,500 or more), drop off at our Central store, or send it to us by SF Express.
- How do I receive my files?
- Files are delivered on a Capture USB flash drive (HK$99) or uploaded to Google Photos (HK$99). You can choose both.
- Do I get my originals back?
- Yes. Collect them at our Central store or have them returned by SF Express.
- How much do I pay upfront?
- Only a deposit when you order online. The balance is paid when your files are ready, based on what we actually digitised.
Other formats.
We also digitise these.
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