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Subject: Re: [CBQ] Slide and Negative Scanners
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Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 23:11:10 -0600
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Charlie,

Some one already mentioned it, but I have used a Plustek scanner for some =
years. Mine is an older version, but the current model is Plustek 8100 and =
they can be purchased on line for $350 - $400. I have had very good perform=
ance with it. It is not fast, depending on the quality level that you want.=
 Higher resolution takes longer. It will do any slide with a 2 x 2 mount, b=
ut it only processes a 35 mm size image. I have some 127 slides that will h=
ave the top and bottom cut off. Not a problem if the subject matter doesn=
=E2=80=99t extend to the top or bottom. The unit comes with a software pac=
kage called Silverfast. Throw that away and use your Vuescan software, That=
 works great, is relatively easy to use and provides excellent control and =
results.=20

The Vuescan won=E2=80=99t do your microfilm, so other than a flatbed scann=
er, I have no suggestion for those. I agree with others that the Epson seri=
es of V series flatbed scanners do well. I have an older Epson that does a =
pretty good job. They can also be operated with your Vuescan software. I do=
n=E2=80=99t think that there is a prefect solution. I also agree with the o=
ther poster that the Nikon Coolscan 5000s are supposed to be very good and =
they can be fast if they include the auto slide feed attachment. Prices are=
 generally around $2000 or more on Ebay. I think a lot of people buy one, s=
can their slides and then sell the unit.

Bill Barber
Gravois Mills, MO

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