This is an area with digital that I have some problem with - upsizing
during RAW conversion. Increased detail is not there but the lack of noise
makes the results acceptable. I am used to scanning negatives at 5400 dpi
which yield 16-bit file sizes of 232 mb. Yes, grain is evident but so is
detail.
I have upsized RAW conversions from my 7 mp C7070 and they look great.
But if the subject contains significant minute detail, I would prefer the
scanned version.
FWIW I use a Minolta Scan-Elite 5400 (first version) with Silverfast AI.
I scan at 16-bit 5400 with the diffuser and GANE noise reduction and sharpen
is CS.
I really am torn with the choice of buying a medium format film scanner
or 10+mp SLR.
Cheers,
Bob Rapp
----- Original Message -----
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> RAW conversion. You can upsize a digital file quite satisfactorily
> during conversion. I convert all my files to 144 megabyte 16-bit
> images. For printing, I of course have to go 8-bit, which yields a 72
> megabyte file. This gives me an 11 x 17 print at 360 dpi. My Epson 2200
> loves it. If I wanted to go 16 x20, i'd proably print at slightly less
> dpi or upsize again with PhotoShop Binary Smooth. If you don't have a
> lot of noise, digital upsizes quite nicely.
> Paul
> On Jun 25, 2006, at 5:26 PM, Bob W wrote:
>
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