What is Capture Australia?

Capture Australia is a photo digitisation service that scans printed photos and albums using proprietary glare-removal technology. We work with a network of partner shops in Sydney, Canberra and Brisbane. Customers drop off their albums or loose prints at a local partner shop, and the shop handles the scanning before returning the originals safely.

Where do I get my photos scanned?

Capture Australia operates through partner shops in Sydney, Canberra and Brisbane. You bring your albums or loose prints to the nearest partner location, leave them for scanning, and collect them once the job is done. Visit captureaus.com/where-to-scan to find your closest shop and its opening hours.

What technology does Capture Australia use to remove glare?

Capture Australia uses a proprietary 8-layer glare-removal process. The scanner captures multiple exposures of each photo through the album plastic sleeve, then processes those layers to strip out glare and reflections. The output is a clear, detailed digital copy, produced without ever removing the photo from the album.

Do my photos need to come out of the album?

No. The scanning technology works through album plastic sleeves and pages, so your photos stay exactly where they are throughout the process. There is no risk of tearing, bending or damaging the originals at any point.

What sizes of photos does Capture Australia scan?

Capture Australia scans printed photos across a wide range of sizes. Small wallet prints, standard 4x6 inch and 5x7 inch photographs, 8x10 portraits and larger prints up to and including large format scanning of framed portraits and artworks, with a capture area of up to 45cm x 70cm. The proprietary scanning equipment is physically installed at each partner shop, built specifically to handle this full size range without removing photos from their sleeves, albums or frames. The same 8-layer glare-removal technology applies at every scale, so the digital output is sharp and consistent whether the print is a pocket-sized snap or a large framed portrait or artwork. Slides, negatives and film require different equipment and some partner shops like Photoland, Camera House and Retromedia offer these services. The wider Capture group covers those formats outside of Australia at capture.com and capture.hk.

How are my digitised photos delivered?

Once scanning is complete, your photos are delivered as high-resolution digital files on a USB drive or via a secure online downloadable link. Confirm the delivery method with your partner shop when you drop off your photos.

Is Capture Australia listed in Google Photos?

Yes. You can find Capture Australia in the Google Photos app import function. In the Google Photos app or website, tap the '+' button, select 'From other places', then choose 'Digitise physical photos' to find us. After we deliver your files via USB or downloadable link, you upload them to your Google Photos account yourself through the app on your own device.

Is the scan quality consistent across all partner shops?

Yes. Every partner shop uses the same Capture Australia proprietary scanning workflow and glare-removal technology, so the output quality is consistent regardless of which location handles the job. Each photo goes through the same multi-layer processing at every shop.

How much does photo scanning cost in Australia?

The cost depends on your situation: the partner shop you use, the size of your collection, whether you need express turnaround, and whether any additional manual steps are involved, such as archival full-page captures or handling unusually fragile prints. Our semi-automated scanning workflow keeps the baseline cost low, because the technology does the heavy lifting on each photo rather than requiring hour-by-hour manual labour. Different partner shops run their own promotions from time to time, and larger collections can qualify for better rates. The best way to get an accurate figure is to contact your nearest partner shop with a rough count of your photos and albums.

How to Use AI in Google Photos to Enhance Digitised Videos and Photos

How to Use AI in Google Photos to Enhance Digitised Videos and PhotosDiscover how Aussies can use Google Photos’ built-in AI tools to organise, enhance, and rediscover digitised family videos and photographs. Learn step-by-step tips for seamless editing, smart tagging, and smarter storage—all tailored to the Australian experience.

How to Use AI in Google Photos to Enhance Digitised Videos and Photos

Digitising your old video tapes, albums, and photographs is just the beginning. To make the most of those cherished memories, it’s worth learning how to use AI in Google Photos to enhance digitised videos and photos. Google Photos offers built-in AI tools to improve image quality, organise your content automatically, and help you rediscover moments you might have forgotten. With Capture Australia, your digitised files are delivered via secure online link or USB, ready for you to upload to Google Photos via the app or website on your device. Once uploaded, you’ll have instant access to intelligent editing features, with no extra apps or tech skills required.

How Google’s AI Enhances Your Photos and Videos

Google Photos offers more than simple storage. It helps you get more out of every memory with built-in intelligence working quietly in the background to organise, enhance, and surface meaningful moments.

Facial Recognition and Smart Tagging

The AI automatically detects faces, objects, and even pets, grouping your photos by person or theme. For example, you can quickly create an album of your child growing up, instantly find every image with your nan, or make it easy to locate old family event snaps, even if your files have no labels or captions. Searching by face, keyword, or visual detail is incredibly easy, letting you track down specific memories from all over your library.

Auto Enhancements and Filters

Old home videos from the weekend barbie, scanned prints, or MiniDV tapes converted to digital can look better than ever. With just one tap, Google Photos can boost lighting, reduce blur, and sharpen faded colours. AI-powered tools like the Magic Editor and Magic Eraser let you fix imperfections: blur distracting backgrounds, adjust lighting, or remove unwanted stuff, all within seconds. These features are available on select devices, and most are free to use.

Smart Albums and Rediscovery Tools

Google Photos automatically creates albums based on events, dates, and people. You might get a prompt to “Rediscover this day,” allowing you to revisit a holiday on the Gold Coast from 1995 or a long-forgotten family caravan trip. These smart albums and memory prompts work even for newly digitised analogue photos and videos, building a personalised, evolving archive. Want to go further? The built-in video editor lets you trim clips, adjust lighting, and add filters to rediscovered footage. Most AI features are just part of your Google account, at no extra cost.

Step-by-Step: Using Google Photos with Capture Files

Here’s how it works when you digitise with Capture:

Simple Upload to Google Photos: Once you receive your files via secure link or USB, upload them to Google Photos via the app or website. It only takes a few minutes and works on any device.
Compatible File Formats: Receive MP4s, JPEGs, and other standard formats so you can use them on any device.
No Platform Lock-In: You own your files and can edit, back up, or copy them as you wish, and the app is on multiple platforms like iPhone, Android, Pc and Mac.

Best of all, there’s no need to enable anything. Google Photos’ AI features spring into action as soon as files hit your library, organising faces, enhancing visuals, and surfacing memories immediately.

Why Capture + Google Photos is a Better Choice

Not all digitisation services offer the same freedom. Some, like iMemories, use proprietary software that keeps your files locked inside their app. You can’t edit easily, use outside tools, or move your content freely.

Capture takes a different approach. You get open, high-quality files that work anywhere, including with Google Photos. Whether you digitise VHS tapes of old footy games, scan family holiday snaps from Byron Bay, or preserve classic bushwalk photos, you can edit with powerful built-in tools, organise your library however you like, and always have the original files.

It’s a straightforward, flexible, and intelligent way to get the most out of your memories.

No Lock-In. No Fuss. Just Smarter Memories.

With Capture, you have complete control and instant access to Google Photos’ best AI tools. Start digitising today.

Quick FAQs

How do I enable AI in Google Photos?
You don’t have to do a thing. AI features like facial recognition, smart albums, and auto enhancements are part of Google Photos and work automatically.
How does Google’s AI photo search work?
Just type in a name, location (like Bondi Beach), object, or even a colour. Google’s AI scans your full library and instantly displays matching results.
How do I use Magic Editor in Google Photos?
Open a photo, tap ‘Edit,’ and select ‘Magic Editor’ to adjust lighting, blur backgrounds, or remove unwanted objects.
Can I edit videos in Google Photos?
Absolutely. Trim, crop, add filters, or adjust lighting using the built-in video edit features.
Do I need to pay for Google’s AI features?
Most tools are free. Some advanced features might require a Pixel device or the latest Android or App update.

Make the Most of Your Memories

Don’t let classic family videos, digital photographs, and treasured albums just sit in folders. Experience them again and easily share them with rellies across Australia and globally. With Capture and Google Photos, those memories are enhanced, organised, and always ready to be revisited.

Artificial intelligence makes reconnecting with your past simpler than ever. Whether you’re searching for footage of that beach cricket match or editing snaps from Christmas lunch, today’s tools make it accessible and fast. And with Capture, you’re always in control of how you view, edit, and share your story.

Preserving memories is just the start. Celebrate your story in a whole new way.