All shapes and sizes

摘要

Of all the possible problems encountered during a film's restoration, keeping its original picture shape would seem to be a relatively simple task, compared to that of trying to produce the best possible image quality from sometimes damaged and deteriorating originals.rnNot giving due attention to aspect ratios can also risk the permanent loss of picture information, particularly when changing from one gauge or format to another. For example, new preservation master elements made from older and now considered obsolete film sizes are often copied onto still current formats, both film and video, for easier access today and greater convenience when making future copies and transfers.