If you really want to keep to a budget [and have a scsi connection], also consider the nikon ls-1000 negative scanner. it was the pre- ls-2000 model. they are pretty cheap on ebay now.
i've had one for almost 2 years. it's 2700 dpi. it's fairly fast [about 1 minute for a 2700 dpi scan of a full negative.] the oem software is ok, but the hamrick software also is available for it [at least on a mac platform]. my main complaint is that the scanner sometimes seems to really bring out the grain from some negatives -- i don't know if this is common and simply a function of the resolution. also, it does not have the ICE feature that the LS-2000 and later models have. but, like i said, you can probably get an LS-1000 for a lot less than an LS-2000. Steve >.....Also I might be able to get a scanner so I need you opinion on which brand and model is best for around $500. Sorry my budget is very low .... >To get a high-quality scanner at near that price, look for a used Nikon LS-2000 on eBay... - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
