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    Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Hi, all -

    I'm looking to upgrade scanning capabilities, especially for 6x6 and 4x5 film. I have an ancient Agfa Duoscan that (as much as I'd like to dump it) I'll be keeping for 5x7 and 8x10 film. But, while it's acceptable for 4x5 scans, it really fails at 6x6. And I'm planning on using the Yashica-Mat more for snapshots for a while.

    I'm on a tight budget, so the higher end Epson-type flatbeds are out of range. I'm looking mainly at outdated technology as a means of cost cutting. Anyone have any suggestions?

    Thanks,
    Scott

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Epson 4990 used or refurbed from Epson.
    Going back farther, Epson 1680. That's what I use for 35mm, MF & 4x5.

    The print I submitted for the recent 2010 Print Exchange was scanned with the 1680. Ask Darr for an impartial opinion.
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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    I'll sell you my used epson 3200. It's crap for MF but I'll gladly sell it.

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Quote Originally Posted by venchka View Post
    Epson 4990 used or refurbed from Epson.
    Keep an eye on Epson’s Clearance Site for refurbished 4990’s, v700’s, and v750’s.

    For many years, the refurbished 4990’s have popped up for $279 + 1 year warranty + free shipping.

    If it appears, act quick – they always disappear after a day or two.

    (And be careful not to mistake the 4490 for a 4990!)

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Epson 4990, though its not great for MF.
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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Nikon 8000/9000 for MF, Polaroid Sprintscan 45U for 4x5. The latter is passable (true 2500dpi) for MF.

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    I think the Epson 4990 is a significant jump that is worthwhile.

    There is always ScanCafe to scan it for you ;-)

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    My suggestion is look for a refurbished V700 from Epson, should be about $400 or slightly more. Other opinions to the contrary I have owned both a 4990 and the V700, and no question in my mind but that the V700 offers significant improvement in scan quality if you take maximum advantage of the potential.

    However, even the V700 is a marginal performer for anything over about 4X.

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    I'm very pleased with my Epson V750.

    It handles 35mm through 8x10.

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    Re: Need scanner suggestions for MF to 4x5 film...

    Epson V700, reviews have it as an improved version of the 4990. Epson clearance center has refurbs at about $150 less than new, but they don't appear frequently, keep looking, if you like long learning curves, and on a budget is a couple of grand + look into used drum scanners, will beat out the V700 any day.

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