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Photo Scanning Service

Turn Old Photos into High-Quality Digital Images

Turn your aging pictures into digital keepsakes that will last a lifetime. Get your photo memories back on DVD, USB thumb drive, or the cloud to easily share and view on all of your modern devices.


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Expert Photo Scanning Services Since 1989

Since 1989, Nostalgic Media has provided countless families and organizations with safe, fast, and affordable photo scanning services. We provide a level of personalized service and care for your pictures that you just can't get from a big-box scanning service. We understand how deeply personal these memories are, and our handcrafted scanning approach ensures your photos are digitized with the expert care and attention to detail that they deserve, because we know we're not just digitizing photos, we're preserving your family history.

As low as $0.21 per photo
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Digitize your photos

Photo Scanning Pricing

✓ No need to organize or count your photos - simply send them as they are

✓ Low-cost, bulk photo scanning perfect for small and large photo collections

Service Price
$30 minimum
Hi-Speed: 3x3 to 4x6 $0.21 each
Hi-Speed: 5x7 up to 8x10 $0.75 each
Archival: up to 5x7 $0.44 each
Custom: up to 5x7 $0.95 each
Custom: up to 8x10 $3 each
Custom: up to 11x17 $7 each
Small Scanning BoxHolds approx 300 photos (up to 5x7) $129 - 300 DPI
$159 - 600 DPI
Medium Scanning BoxHolds approx 600 photos (up to 5x7) $239 - 300 DPI
$289 - 600 DPI
Large Scanning BoxHolds approx 1400 photos (up to 8x10) $399 - 300 DPI
$489 - 600 DPI
► Hi-Speed Scanning

This service is designed for loose photos printed on photo paper from the past 50 years, commonly thought of as "1-Hour Prints". Only standard sized prints up to 8x10, well-preserved prints free of residue, tape and glue.

  • 300 DPI resolution
  • Color correction
  • Rotated & oriented - add-on for $0.10 per photo
► Archival Scanning

This service is designed for scanning less-than-perfect photos, Polaroid and mounted prints. Loose photos only sized up to 5x7.

  • 600 DPI resolution
  • Color correction
  • Rotated & oriented
► Custom Scanning

Scanning by hand with commercial grade scanners. For photos and documents that require extra care and attention. Sized up to 11x17.

  • 600 DPI resolution
► Photo Scanning Boxes

All-in-one scanning solution for photos sized up to 8x10 (large box).

  • Free shipping, Free USB thumb drive, Free download link
  • 600 DPI resolution
  • Color correction
  • Rotated & oriented
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$30 Minimum

If the quantity of photos you wish to transfer results in a total cost of less than $30, you'll be charged the minimum amount of $30. This minimum fee helps cover the operational costs involved in handling and digitizing your pictures with precision and care.

What's Included
  • Free data DVD included with orders less than 1,000 photos
  • Free USB flash drive included with 1,000+ photos
  • Default 300 dpi resolution for hi-speed scans. 600 dpi for archival and custom scanned photos.
Storage Details

Orders containing less than 1,000 photos will be returned on a DVD data disc. Please note that this isn't for movie playback; it simply stores the digital files for you to transfer to your computer. If your computer lacks a disc drive or you prefer, upgrade to a USB flash drive for $10. Digital download links are also available for $10.

300 DPI vs 600 DPI scans

DPI stands for Dots (of ink) Per Inch. To put it simply, the more dots per inch, the sharper the image. 300 DPI scans are perfect for simple archiving and printing. 600 DPI scans will allow you to make enlarged prints while retaining more detail. Learn more about DPI.

Our Process

How We Digitize Your Photos

Our handcrafted process ensures your photos are kept safe at every step of the process, all while giving you great quality at budget-friendly prices. Here's how it works:

  • We call or email you once we receive your order
  • All work is done in-house at our secure facility in Atlanta, GA
  • Photos are cleaned of surface dust and debris to ensure a clean, high-quality scan
  • A dedicated technician scans your photos using professional-grade photo scanning equipment
  • Older and more fragile photos are given extra attention with custom scanning done by hand
  • Photos are digitized as JPEG files for universal compatibility
  • Files are returned on a DVD data disc or a free USB flash drive with more than 1,000 photos
  • All original photos are returned with your completed order

Frequently Asked Questions

Digitize Your Photos Today

Have Questions? We're Real People You Can Talk To

Receive personalized care and service when you choose our expert photo scanning services. Speak directly to our knowledgeable technicians over the phone before sending in your photos. Get expert advice, discuss your specific needs, and ensure a smooth digital conversion process that meets your expectations.

Call us: (404) 844-3840 Monday-Friday: 9am - 5pm • Saturday: 10am - 2pm • Sunday: Closed
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Testimonials

Trusted by Thousands of Families
& Top-Organizations


  • "Very thrilled

    with the outcome of the 70 year old slides that you converted to digital files for me. The end product was a lot better than I expected. This was the first time I have seen pictures of my father from when he was a young boy in the 1950s. He passed last year and these keepsakes are very treasured."

    Stephen S.

  • "I was very pleased

    with Nostalgic Media. First, leading up to placing my order, I called them and got someone on the phone immediately, no 1 minute recording. My questions were answered and I submitted my material and payment. The sending was quick and I was notified of shipping dates. Would use their services again."

    Tom R.

  • "Nostalgic media delivered

    just as they advertised. They converted my 55+ year old 8mm reels into digital media and now my family can relive some golden moments that I had feared were lost to memory. They were fast and gave me a product better than what I had hoped for. I recommend them without hesitation."

    William G.
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Our Photos to Digital Service

  • No. We do not offer printing services. Once we have scanned your photos, you can have prints made at another location from the digital files we provide you.

  • We cannot guarantee the order of individual photos, but in some cases, yes. For the hi-speed scans we must scan similar sized photos together, so if your photos are the same size then we should be able to maintain the the order you give us the photos in. Use a rubber band to bundle each stack of photos together and number each bundle. If your photos are a variety of sizes that are mixed or require flatbed scanning, we are unable to keep them in order.

  • Our standard hi-speed scanning resolution is 300 DPI. This is the perfect resolution if you are planning to save and view your photos on computer and phone screens. This resolution will also allow you to make quality prints from your scans. Our custom scanning resolution is 600 DPI. If you are planning to make enlargements of your photos larger than 11x17, this resolution will allow you to do so. Learn more about DPI.

  • Average turnaround time is 7 business days in-house. Allow longer processing times during the holidays.

  • We are able to scan loose photos only. Please ensure that any photos contained in albums are removed before sending them to us.

  • Yes. All original media will be returned with your completed order.

Locations We Serve

Nostalgic Media serves residents in the lower 48 US states.

Alabama • Arizona • Arkansas • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • Florida • Georgia • Idaho • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Kansas • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • Michigan • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Montana • Nebraska • Nevada • New Hampshire • New Jersey • New Mexico • New York • North Carolina • North Dakota • Ohio • Oklahoma • Oregon • Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • South Carolina • South Dakota • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Vermont • Virginia • Washington • West Virginia • Wisconsin • Wyoming

As a Georgia based photo scanning service, we provide a specialized focus on the following local cities. Click your nearest city to learn more.