Epson v370: scanner for 35mm B&W negatives

hyphmngo · Dec 15, 2013

I'm wondering if anyone can comment on the Epson v370 scanner? I'm looking only to scan my negs so I can decide which photos I want enlarged in the darkroom. However, I'm not sure about the quality of this scanner. I'm also considering the v550 for $50 more. I have no knowledge or experience with scanners/scanning 35mm. Any help is appreciated.

Dr Croubie · Dec 15, 2013

Before this thread gets shot down in flames for talking about scanning, I'll just say to get the V750.
Or even if you get a lesser model, get a Betterscanning vari-height wet-mount and learn how to calibrate and use it, results are sooo much better than stock epson holders...

*ducks for cover*

Chris Lange · Dec 16, 2013

Dr Croubie said:
Before this thread gets shot down in flames for talking about scanning, I'll just say to get the V750.
Or even if you get a lesser model, get a Betterscanning vari-height wet-mount and learn how to calibrate and use it, results are sooo much better than stock epson holders...

*ducks for cover*

QFE. He speaks the truth

gliderbee · Dec 16, 2013

if only for 35mm, try the Konica Minolta Dimage scan dual IV. Cheap on the used market and very good.

Stefan

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hoffy · Dec 16, 2013

Dr Croubie said:
Before this thread gets shot down in flames for talking about scanning, I'll just say to get the V750.
Or even if you get a lesser model, get a Betterscanning vari-height wet-mount and learn how to calibrate and use it, results are sooo much better than stock epson holders...

*ducks for cover*

A 750 in Australia?

But I do concur. Get the 700/750.

(waiting for the standard DPUG response in 5,4,3,2....)

David Brown · Dec 16, 2013

hyphmngo said:
I'm looking only to scan my negs so I can decide which photos I want enlarged in the darkroom.

How much "quality" do you need, then?

The lesser scanners are probably OK for this purpose. The Minolta IV is what I use, though.

BradS · Dec 16, 2013

way off topic. We might as well discuss what type of vehicle to drive to the photo lab.

SuzanneR · Dec 16, 2013

This is off topic, you have a few answers, and if you use the search function you'll find some more information on scanners, but better to ask over at DPUG.

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