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Scanning Negatives?

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  1. Mar 5, 2009 #1
    jamusu

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    For those who scan their negatives, how is it done? Do I need a special film scanner?

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    Stock Dektol

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    No, Just a generic scanner that has an insert for film. You usually use the "import" function in your image editor.
     
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    DJGainer

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    Decent software is helpful.
     
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    chriscrawfordphoto

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    A real film scanner really is needed. Lots of generic flatbeds can scan film, but the quality is below that of film-only scanners.
     
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    Depends on film size. A 35mm negative needs a dedicated scanner. 4x5 slides scan well on flatbeds with transparency illuminators.
     
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