Home camcorders recorded softer detail than modern phones, with warm color, mild tape noise and on-screen text such as REC and a date stamp. Start from the Hi8 Home Video look, turn on REC and Date stamp under Overlays, and type the date you want in the Timestamp field. Live clock shows the current time like a running camcorder display.
Good clips for a camcorder filter
Family moments and birthdays: keep noise low so faces stay clear.
Travel and vlogs: add REC and a date stamp for a found-memory feel.
Wedding throwbacks: try the Wedding 1994 look with a faded tone.
Vertical video: choose 9:16 under Crop before exporting for Reels, TikTok or Shorts.
Support & FAQ
Is VHSFilter free?
Yes. The browser editor is free for photos and video clips, including export, with no watermark and no export limit. Video exports go up to 1280 pixels wide; 1080p video export is planned as a paid option.
Are my files stored on your server?
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Can I export video?
Yes. Photos export as PNG images, and short clips export as MP4 or WebM files recorded in real time in your browser.
