Nikon 9000 scanner or Epson V750?

[Cesare Berti]

I've been reading with great interest the various threads on scanning. I have an Epson 4880 that does a creditable job on 4x5 & 5x7 but only fair on 2 1/4 negs. This was further highlighted when I began using the new Epson 3800 that I bought mainly for B&W prints.

My question is will the V750 close the gap on 2 1/4 negatives compared to the older 4880 or would the Nikon 9000 be the way to go for medium format and keep the 4880 for the larger film sizes. I'm aware of the large price difference with the Nikon scanner but I have a large library of 2 1/4 and my ultimate aim is the final print quality.

I know there is usually not a simple answer in these "product A vs. product B type questions. I would howver appreciate any feedback from members with some experience with either scanner.

[sanking]

The Nikon LS-9000 is a much better scanner for MF negatives than the Epson V750.

Sandy King

I've been reading with great interest the various threads on scanning. I have an Epson 4880 that does a creditable job on 4x5 & 5x7 but only fair on 2 1/4 negs. This was further highlighted when I began using the new Epson 3800 that I bought mainly for B&W prints.

My question is will the V750 close the gap on 2 1/4 negatives compared to the older 4880 or would the Nikon 9000 be the way to go for medium format and keep the 4880 for the larger film sizes. I'm aware of the large price difference with the Nikon scanner but I have a large library of 2 1/4 and my ultimate aim is the final print quality.

I know there is usually not a simple answer in these "product A vs. product B type questions. I would howver appreciate any feedback from members with some experience with either scanner.

[Aender Brepsom]

Hi Cesare,

although I have not used the Nikon 9000, it is know to be an excellent scanner. When I compare 6x9cm scans from my Epson V700 and my Polaroid Sprintscan 120, it is absolutely clear that the dedicated film scanner gives better results. If you wish to have the best scan quality, you should get the Nikon 9000.

[Ed Richards]

Is the 9000 still sold?

[Oren Grad]

Yes. It's often out of stock at B&H, but if you search more widely you can find one.

[Rolfe Tessem]

The Nikon 9000 is definitely still sold. Don't be put off by the fact that it is constantly out of stock or on backorder -- that has been the case since the day it came out. Just get on a list someplace and you'll get one.

[cobalt]

Actually, you might try Unique Photo. They have the uncanny ability to keep them in stock, it seems. And delivery is quite reasonable from them.
Oh, and I obviously had one. I know only have the Epson 4990, and find the difference, for enlarging up to 11x14, to be negligible. The 4990 is a whole lot better than you might think, and the 750 is probably better.

[Walter Calahan]

It's not 'or', but 'and'

I have a Nikon 8000 and a V750. One scanner can not do everything.

[Peter De Smidt]

I'd recommend the Nikon.

[Cesare Berti]

Walter I have to agree. While the V750 would be a good compromise, it would be just that in my mind, a compromise. So it looks like I bite the bullet and get the Nikon and live with the old 4880 for the larger sizes.

Hope everyone has a great 2009, 2008 was not my favorite year. Cheers!