If you’ve been seeing Super 8 wedding video clips or searching for a Super 8 videographer for your wedding or elopement, you’re definitely not alone! I get questions about Super 8 all the time, especially from couples planning destination weddings and elopements in Maui!
As a Super 8 videographer, I love how nostalgic and documentary Super 8 film feels. It’s hard to replicate digitally, and it’s such a beautiful way to remember how your day actually felt. Here’s a simple guide to what Super 8 film is, how it works, and what to expect if you’re thinking about adding it to your wedding or session.
(P.S. if you’re looking for a super 8 videographer to document your day, you can inquire with me here!)
What Is Super 8 Film?
Super 8 film is a vintage motion picture film format that was introduced in the 1960s for home movies. Instead of recording digitally, Super 8 uses real film that runs through a classic camera, which is what gives it that soft grain, subtle color shifts, and natural movement!
That’s why Super 8 wedding videos feel so different from traditional digital videos. They’re imperfect in a really beautiful way, but still feel more emotional and personal, almost like watching a memory unfold, and this is exactly why so many couples are hiring a Super 8 videographer to document their wedding day!
Super 8 Wedding Video for Engagements and Couple Sessions
The best part is that Super 8 isn’t just for weddings! It’s also beautiful for engagement sessions, couple sessions, and lifestyle shoots. Walking along the beach, exploring a new spot on Maui, or just spending time together on film creates such a relaxed, documentary feel. It pairs really well with photography and adds another layer to your story!
My Process for Filming Super 8 Wedding Videos
I keep my Super 8 process simple, so you know exactly what to expect! Below is a little rundown, but you can check out more details on my website, here!
Filming on Your Wedding or Elopement Day
As your Super 8 videographer, I typically film with two to three rolls of Super 8 film throughout your wedding day. I focus on moments that feel natural and connected, like getting ready details, quiet moments with loved ones, ceremony highlights, and movement throughout the day. Super 8 is all about capturing feeling, so I’m always looking for candid moments and natural light.
Developing and Digitizing the Film
After your wedding, the film is sent to a professional lab to be developed and digitized. This turns the physical film into a high-quality digital file that I can edit.
Editing and Delivery
Once the film is digitized, I color grade and edit the footage to music, creating a short cinematic highlight video. Your Super 8 wedding video is delivered in your online gallery so you can easily share it with family and friends.
Why Couples Hire a Super 8 Videographer
Hiring a Super 8 videographer is perfect for couples who care about storytelling and want something a little different from a traditional wedding film. Some of the reasons couples love Super 8 include:
- A nostalgic, cinematic look that feels organic
- Soft grain and movement that feels emotional and real
- A short highlight film that focuses on meaningful moments
- A beautiful complement to photography and digital video
For Maui weddings and elopements, Super 8 fits so naturally with the beach, palm trees, and golden light. It adds a timeless layer to your memories that feels really special!
Tips for Couples Hiring a Super 8 Videographer
If you’re thinking about adding Super 8 to your wedding or session, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Golden hour light looks especially beautiful on film
- Movement matters, so walking, hugging, and dancing translate really well (and this is how I direct my couples, so don’t worry about getting this part down!)
- Super 8 works best as a highlight film, not full-day coverage
- Pairing Super 8 with photography or digital video gives you the best of both worlds
Super 8 Wedding Video FAQs
Is a Super 8 wedding video worth it?
If you love a nostalgic, documentary feel, Super 8 is absolutely worth it! It feels more like a personal home movie than a polished production, which many couples find really special. It’s a great add-on if you want something emotional and timeless alongside your photos. I love Super 8 because it reminds me of the home videos everyone shows their kids later in life, and it’s so precious!
How much footage do you usually get with Super 8?
Super 8 film is limited, so it’s more curated than digital video. I typically film with two to three rolls of film and focus on meaningful moments, movement, and details. The final video is a highlight film that captures the feeling of your day (like the examples shared in this blog!).
What does a Super 8 videographer do?
A Super 8 videographer films your wedding, elopement, or session on real analog film, sends the film to be developed and digitized, and then edits the footage into a cinematic highlight video.
What moments are best to capture on Super 8?
Super 8 shines during getting ready, walking together, ceremony moments, and any time there’s movement and connection. Golden hour, ocean waves, hugs, dancing, and quiet moments all translate so beautifully on film.
Will Super 8 replace my wedding video?
Super 8 is usually best as an addition rather than a replacement. It’s more of an artistic highlight film, while digital video is better for full ceremony coverage and audio.
How long does it take to receive a Super 8 wedding video?
Because the film has to be developed and digitized before editing, it takes a little longer than digital video.
Ready to Book a Super 8 Videographer in Maui?
Super 8 wedding videos are such a meaningful way to document your wedding, elopement, or session in Hawaii. It feels nostalgic, cinematic, and personal, and it pairs perfectly with photography!
If you’re still searching for your Maui wedding photographer and you want to add on a Super 8, I’d love to help you plan something that feels relaxed, meaningful, and true to you. You can reach out through the link below to start planning your day! And if you want to see more of my work, you can check out my Pinterest here!