On Sun, 2004-06-13 at 12:27, Shel Belinkoff wrote: > I just bought a Nikon Coolscan V, and have used several Nikon Coolscans > over the past couple of years. I'm content with my choice, although I > would have preferred a Coolscan 5000 because it works in 16 bit rather than > 14 bit mode, has a somewhat higher D-max, and is capable of doing multi > scans. But, I have access to a couple of Imacons, so, if the highest > quality is needed, I can use those. > > Since you mentioned Velvia, I'd suggest the Coolscan 5000 as its feature > set may be helpful with the unique properties of velvia (from what I > understand). I'd also suggest you read a lot of scanning tutorials, look > for appropriate color profiles, and think about the usefulness of other > scanning software, such as Vuescan or Silverfast. > > If you've got the $$, grab an Imacon 646 ( > http://www.imacon.dk/sw3275.asp). You won't look back. If I could have > afforded it, I'd have bought one in a heart beat.
10,000 US! Ouch! For that I could buy a new car.
