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From: "Godfrey DiGiorgi"
Subject: Re: WTB: Minolta Dimage IV Scanner
I stopped shooting transparencies a decade or more ago due to the
exposure latitude problems, as well as the fact that slide films were
left behind by modern color negative emulsions for acutance (thinner
emulsion = better acutance). Color neg scans *much* better than color
slide, even with a less expensive scanner; the issue that remains is
learning how to accurately color balance it. A Macbeth color check
calibration exposure on every roll (or in every different lighting
situation!) is worthwhile to zero in on the correct balance.
I just wing it.
If it looks good to my eye, it's probably pretty close.
I use densitometers to make sure the equipment is in control, not the
picture.
William Robb
