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Are there any reasons to keep scanned film frames as tiff files with RGB 24 and more bit?
I scan films with Primefilm 3600u scanner by Vuescan software. The software has option of autosaving of scanning results to tiff files, having 24 or more bit depth. The same is possible for raw files. ...
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In 2021, which film scanners accepting different film formats are compatible with macOS Big Sur?
With Apple's recent rollout of their new iMac line, I have been considering upgrading my 2011 computer to something more modern.
However, I know that my scanner, Epson V500, doesn't work with macOS ...
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Hardware for scanning diapostives or negatives using flatbed scanner?
How can I scan negatives and diapositives using a flatbed scanner? What hardware do I need?
I'm a little confused here, both regarding what I need and how it works.
10-15 years ago, I think, it was ...
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Vuescan focus batch-scanning slides on Nikon LS-8000
I would like to scan batches of 5 mounted 35mm slides in my Nikon LS-8000, using Vuescan. I am confused about how best (and easiest) to achieve good focus.
The simplest thing is to set the focus ...
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Batch scanning of family archive: speed of flatbed vs. film scanners?
I want to scan a large archive of family film negatives, and am pondering between buying a flatbed versus dedicated film scanner. While quality is still important, we are not aiming at too high ...
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Create ICC Profile for Negative film
Hello i am looking for simple way to scan film negatives in a reproducable manner. I want to be able to judge and compare my exposures across films.I own an Epson v550 and after fiddeling around with ...
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What maintenance does a negative scanner need?
I have an old Nikon 5000 film scanner that I use 4-6 times a year now as I slowly digitize thousands of old negatives and slides. I have not done any maintenance on it since getting it about five ...
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Is scanner calibration possible or necessary for scanning negatives?
I shoot film in both colour and black & white. Currently I have the negatives developed and scanned by a lab. My next step will be to get a 35mm film scanner and scan the developed negatives ...
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Scanning negative 35mm: color accuracy, color balance, film bias
My question is about scanning color 35mm film. I use professional film (Portra 400) and a very good lab. I get consistent results and prints.
This year i have invested in semi-pro or pro scanner ...
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Best practices for scanning chromogenic black-and-white film?
Lately, I have been experimenting with chromogenic black-and-white film. However, I have had some trouble scanning the negatives. With colour film, scanning seems to work fine with the standard ...
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Scan film or slides using Ubuntu [closed]
I own a Epson V330 photoscanner which seems to be quite well supported by Ubuntu but I cannot find any (open source or at least free) software capable to scan multiple slides or photos from a film in ...
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Are there advantages to scanning film for prints aside from increased control over the image?
Say I have a negative and wish to make a large print out of it. I have two options:
Wet print straight from the negative
Scan & dry print
In terms of editing, I realise the latter allows more ...
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How to cut medium format film for scanning and archival storing
I shoot both 6x6 and 6x7 formats. There are no problems with 6x6 - I cut it as 3,3,3,3 frame pieces to fill a 4-row sleeve and have no problem scanning them in my Nikon 9000. However, if I cut 6x7 ...
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Would scanning the same negative at different exposures give a better result?
For a while I have got developed and scanned my 35mm negatives by a lab/shop. The quality of the scans is not satisfying me (a lot of noise and images are not sharp). I was thinking of buying a film ...
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How can I make my own film scanner using a DSLR camera?
How can I make my own film scanner (35mm) using a 16MP DSLR camera?
For using the camera, I understand that I basically need a soft and even light source and a macro lens to focus on the films from ...
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How can I scan film from APS canisters?
You may remember APS film. It came out in the 90s, and was quickly replaced by digital. The film was connected to the cannister in a clever way that allowed you to rewind mid-roll.
Are there any ...
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Scanning to include sprockets. How do i get rid of the blue blotches?
Epson v500. when not using either of the film masks i get these blue blotches in the scan. I've tried epson scan and vuescan. Anyone know how to get it to scan without the blotches?
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How to manual focus Nikon Coolscan 4000 using Vuescan?
How to be sure that the scanner (Nikon Coolscan 4000) focuses correctly and if not, how can I manually focus it using Vuescan?
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