Kris' blog has sparked memories of my younger day when I was transferring film to VHS video tape. Here   are some techniques I used that anyone can adapt to  transferring film to a digital format  .

 

Acquire a projector that matches the film reels you own.

In Kris's case, its 16mm sound film projector.   Ebay.com has projectors and lamps/bulbs if needed.

Setup the projector and the digital camera as close together as  possible. Use a fairly small projected image for best results at close range.

Typical Image size can be as small as 20 inches.

This close range will improve the image brightness.

Use a flat white wall or proper projection screen.

Use the 16mm projector's speaker which comes with a cable and put it behind a wall and record the audio from there to reduce projector noise.

Do the same with an external microphone attached to the Digital video camera. Place the mic near  the remote speaker.

Start the camera, then the projector in total darkness.

The best time to do this is as night  while everyone is asleep  to eliminate noise and light. Remove  all  pets from  the  work area.

There are more elaborate setups using rear projection,  a stretched sheet and a large mirror but the above process is simple and requires the least number of parts.

If your camera does not have a mic jack, you will need to change the configuration.   Use a  large sheet of plywood wrapped in a blanket to act as a wall between the projector and the camera. Run the projector's speaker around to the camera side.  The blanketed-wall  will dampen much of  the noise.

 

Here's a simple drawing, if someone needs a visual.

Click here to see an actual 16mm film transferred to digital.