I seem to get the best quality scans by far if I use a modern DSLR with a macro lens. It's not easy to set up (it takes quite a lot of work, in fact), but when you see the results, you'll find it worth the trouble.
Same here. Once you get it set up - an enlarger stand, clamp for detached tripod head, negative holder and light box helps - the throughput is not too slow and the quality's very good indeed if you adapt a fine enlarger- or macro lens to your digital camera. Dust is no more or less the enemy. You should be able to see the grain on the negative when image is enlarged.
I had a similar problem, because I have an old Canon LIDE 20 scanner, which bought in 2002. I used it with Windows XP, but now my PC runs Windows 10 and there are no drivers for that OS. So installed "Oracle VM VirtualBox" on my PC, and then added an image of Windows XP to run on it. With Windows XP running on VirtualBox, installed the old drivers that came with the scanner and now it runs as well as before. Problem solved!
Think the drivers are available, just change your settings when downloading the drivers and run on old windows. I did it with my Canoscan. It might lost some of the functions but basically works fine.
I have a printer with a scanner built in, I think it's a HP photosmart 5520. Will this be ok for scanning old photos and negatives? I don't have any inserts. Also the video very useful and well made, thanks!
Fantastic video, thank you for sharing :) Can you help me with problem ? : Release the lock switch, detach the I/F cable and reconnect. Scanner driver will be closed. Were did I mess up?
Really well explained and so helpful. Do you think the canon 8800f has a good quality as well? Right now the price for the 9900 is around 200 euros.. Thanks a lot
My grandparents negs are 6X9, so they scan well. I shoot 35mm and find my old Fuji X-E1 with a 14mm extension tube and a Zuiko 50mm f3.5 macro lens gives me superb results. I edit them in Snapseed on my iPhone or iPad.I have an Epson V600 and it’s pretty awful for 35mm to be honest.
Thanks for the comment Ian. The V600 is a decent scanner so I am not sure why it is struggling with 35mm film/slides? It could be a focusing issue on the scanner perhaps?
The film guides are often the first thing that gets ditched unfortunately. There must be a sensor in the unit as I don't believe the scanner works with film without them. So whatever you make needs top be exact. If you need the dimensions I am happy to send them to you.
@@GavinParsons Thank you so much! I didn't want to ask, but I really would like to get dimensions for the 120/4x5 piece - I will send an email to your business address.
Do you have any update on how that worked out? I'm about to buy one of these because of how cheap they are and because they hold 4 strips at once which is awesome. I thought making it out of cardboard or have it 3D printed. Suggestions?
How times have changed. If you can find one of these in 2020 you'll be paying a handsome price. Also you can always use a Virtual machine if Windows 7, save you have to scrounge another older PC.
Yes you can just make sure to keep them flat with tape or pennies and make sure they are in the middle, it's best if you get a film holder/insert though just to make your job easier.
Hi Gavin I have come a little closer to my problem. It seems that I need a "TWAIN source" the problem is that I don't know what it is, and how to get it? Do you know?
Birgitte Skyum It is called Technology without an interesting name, or TWAIN. Is was basically a virtual operator/driver for scanners, especially those that used interfaces other than USB. More for SCSI ports, parallel type ports and serial ports. Most modern computer have none of these, unless you can find an add on card from Amazon.
I know this is kinda late, but for other people asking the same question, it's rather simple. The most basic way (in lightroom anyway, might be similar in other software) is to set the white balance to the brown film border and then just invert the curve, white to black, black to white.
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I seem to get the best quality scans by far if I use a modern DSLR with a macro lens. It's not easy to set up (it takes quite a lot of work, in fact), but when you see the results, you'll find it worth the trouble.
Same here. Once you get it set up - an enlarger stand, clamp for detached tripod head, negative holder and light box helps - the throughput is not too slow and the quality's very good indeed if you adapt a fine enlarger- or macro lens to your digital camera. Dust is no more or less the enemy. You should be able to see the grain on the negative when image is enlarged.
wow
That was interesting, I want to have a go at scanning my own negatives. That glass negative was really fascinating 👍
Thanks for the comment Roger :-)
I had a similar problem, because I have an old Canon LIDE 20 scanner, which bought in 2002. I used it with Windows XP, but now my PC runs Windows 10 and there are no drivers for that OS. So installed "Oracle VM VirtualBox" on my PC, and then added an image of Windows XP to run on it. With Windows XP running on VirtualBox, installed the old drivers that came with the scanner and now it runs as well as before. Problem solved!
Think the drivers are available, just change your settings when downloading the drivers and run on old windows. I did it with my Canoscan. It might lost some of the functions but basically works fine.
Yes there are ways now of using a new computer, this video needs a bit of an update
I have a printer with a scanner built in, I think it's a HP photosmart 5520. Will this be ok for scanning old photos and negatives? I don't have any inserts. Also the video very useful and well made, thanks!
You will be able to scan photos, but not negatives as this device doesn't have a lightbox in the lid needed to illuminate negatives.
Fantastic video, thank you for sharing :) Can you help me with problem ? : Release the lock switch, detach the I/F cable and reconnect. Scanner driver will be closed. Were did I mess up?
Hi Birgitte, I'm not sure I understand your question? I am happy to try and help, but will need a bit more information. Maybe send me an email.
good enthusiasm and good video. i want to plaster your wall though.
It's an old lime plaster wall, about 200 years old :-)
Really well explained and so helpful. Do you think the canon 8800f has a good quality as well? Right now the price for the 9900 is around 200 euros..
Thanks a lot
I am not familiar with the 8800f, but if it can scan negatives, then it should be OK
good luck to find one of this scanners on ebay,must sold out after this video
I found mine on Gumtree in the end. :-)
My grandparents negs are 6X9, so they scan well. I shoot 35mm and find my old Fuji X-E1 with a 14mm extension tube and a Zuiko 50mm f3.5 macro lens gives me superb results. I edit them in Snapseed on my iPhone or iPad.I have an Epson V600 and it’s pretty awful for 35mm to be honest.
Thanks for the comment Ian. The V600 is a decent scanner so I am not sure why it is struggling with 35mm film/slides? It could be a focusing issue on the scanner perhaps?
Gavin Parsons The scans are muddy, when compared to my mirror less camera scans. It’s also much quicker to use my Fuji to scan with.
@@ianhand5006 interesting, I have a Epson V500 which is WAY older than the 600 and the scans come out quite sharp and amazing
Great video! I recently acquired one of these but no one seems to have the film guides so I am going to try to make my own. Cheers!
The film guides are often the first thing that gets ditched unfortunately. There must be a sensor in the unit as I don't believe the scanner works with film without them. So whatever you make needs top be exact. If you need the dimensions I am happy to send them to you.
@@GavinParsons Thank you so much! I didn't want to ask, but I really would like to get dimensions for the 120/4x5 piece - I will send an email to your business address.
Do you have any update on how that worked out? I'm about to buy one of these because of how cheap they are and because they hold 4 strips at once which is awesome. I thought making it out of cardboard or have it 3D printed. Suggestions?
Is it really necessary to have inserts?
Thanks
Yes at they seat the film in the right place
Can I use an ordinary scanner? Like the usual scanner with printer in the market and just buy a film scanning mask from lomography (DigitaLiza)?
An ordinary scanner will not have enough resolution as they are not designed for it. And you need back projection to illuminate the negatives/slides.
@@GavinParsons thank you 😊
can i put negatives in a standard paper scanner?
No because there is no backlight
How times have changed. If you can find one of these in 2020 you'll be paying a handsome price.
Also you can always use a Virtual machine if Windows 7, save you have to scrounge another older PC.
You can install the windows xp drivers and it will work fine. I did this with my Canoscan 8600f on windows 10
Thanks Mark, since making this film, I've learned a fair bit about modern drivers.
Hey mark i have a 8400f scanner. Can you teach me how to install those drivers on windows 10?
i have a modern flatbed and it doesn't have a film insert can i still scan my film?
NO, to scan film it needs a light in the lid to shine through the film
@@GavinParsons he means the inserts or the film holders.
Yes you can just make sure to keep them flat with tape or pennies and make sure they are in the middle, it's best if you get a film holder/insert though just to make your job easier.
Yep, bought an HP scanner $10. Discovered the driver issue and stalled. Did you say they make drivers for these old scanners so I can use Windows 10?
Hi Ned, You could try Viewscan, that is supposed to help use older scanners with modern software. Do a google search for it.
Hi Gavin I have come a little closer to my problem. It seems that I need a "TWAIN source" the problem is that I don't know what it is, and how to get it? Do you know?
It sounds like you need the right driver for the scanner to me. Which software are you running?
Birgitte Skyum It is called Technology without an interesting name, or TWAIN. Is was basically a virtual operator/driver for scanners, especially those that used interfaces other than USB. More for SCSI ports, parallel type ports and serial ports. Most modern computer have none of these, unless you can find an add on card from Amazon.
Aw you visit Indonesia.. nice
several times :-)
Can any scanner scan film? How do you know if a scanner will be able to scan film correctly?
No, not all scanners can scan file. To be able to scan film it needs a lamp in the top to shine through the negative.
This was very helpful 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Very beautiful
Me or the pictures ;-)
that is a special films scanner of a normal scanner ?
It's a special film scanner. There were several on the market. Conon, Nikon, Epsom and polaroid made them. All were good quality.
@@GavinParsons thanks
I just did this. I had near a 1000 pictures on negatives and slide. I bought a stand alone scanner. No need for drivers or computers.
Well done, now those pictures will hopefully be around forever :-)
Excellent!
Many thanks!
Amazing. Just what I needed!
Great to hear!
Does it work with Windows XP on VirtualBox?
I would think so, not used it that way before though
Very interesting
Glad you think so!
does a *fine job :)
I dont have a reel
Thank you!
We need a video where you teach how to correct the color
I know this is kinda late, but for other people asking the same question, it's rather simple. The most basic way (in lightroom anyway, might be similar in other software) is to set the white balance to the brown film border and then just invert the curve, white to black, black to white.
@@martinapribylova4280 thank you :)
Just use Viewscan with modern computers.
I do that too. It'll cost you a bit of money, though.
its well paid.... Use it with an old Nikon LS-40 an Epson 4180
Also works with my old Canoscan 4000 that Canon no longer supports.
Cool video
Thanks
Hi Gavin Can I Wright to you on e-mail or messinger? It Sound lige you know more than me about this😁
Yes sure Birgitte
Epson not Epsom
What brand are the slide and negative inserts?
Mine are the original canon ones
@@GavinParsons do you know how to: Release the lock switch? have absolutely no ideer what this means???? thank you sooo much for this video
Nice🤔
Thanks 😅
haha there is only one selling in germany, 110$ xD
There were other slide scanners made. Nikon and Epsom made good ones as well. They are getting rarer to find though.
Oh god why is scanning negatives such an unnecessarily over-complicated process. 🙈.
It's not over complicated or unnecessary, it's another part of photography.