Use your digital camera to scan everything from 8 x 10 sheet film to 35mm half-frame negatives using the Archivist Kit from Negative Supply. This complete solution for film scanning bundles a high-powered 8 x 10 light source with a premium copy stand, film carriers, adapters, masks, and everything else you need to start creating archival-quality scans with a camera and a macro lens.
Supported Formats
Use the provided carriers and adapters to hold single cut frames, cut strips, or uncut rolls of 35mm and 120 film, unmounted negatives, mounted slides/transparencies of various sizes, as well as 4 x 5 and 8 x 10 sheet film with the full border. The modular design of the scanning system allows it to accommodate odd formats such as 4 x 10, 5 x 7, Type 55, and more with the purchase of separate adapters.The kit can also fit reflective media like prints and documents up to 20 × 25" on the base of the copy stand.
Pro Riser Studio Copy Stand
This stand features a maximum scanning height of nearly 49", allowing scanning of 8 x 10 film with up to a 105mm macro lens. Also featured are a telescopic head with a larger camera mounting area, a 29.35 x 24" steel baseboard with built-in leveling feet and additional mounting points for accessories, and a precision hand crank with geared mechanism for raising and lowering your camera. This steel and aluminum stand supports even the largest and heaviest camera/lens setups for high-resolution, stable scanning.
8 x 10 Light Source Pro Mark II
This ultra-bright light box features an improved diffusion system for creating perfectly even lighting across the entire surface. Adjustable leveling feet allow you to align your film plane with the camera. The all-metal housing ensures long-term durability, while a magnetic steel top plate enables use of the anti-static dust-removal brush and other accessories. With a color-accuracy rating of 98 CRI, this light source accurately reproduces the wide range of colors and tones while scanning. Included adapter plates block out unnecessary light, allowing this light source to be used to scan a range of film formats without interference.
Pro Film Carrier 8 x 10
Designed to work exclusively with the 8 x 10 Light Source Pro Mark II, this carrier features a magnetic ANR glass retention system for secure positioning with high light transmission. The all-metal chassis resists flex and wear, guaranteeing reliability even after years of high-volume use. An adjustable locking hinge design improves workflow speed, minimizes film handling, and keeps the film perfectly flat for sharp, repeatable results with everything from modern sheet film to old archival negatives.
Pro Film Carrier 120 Mark II
The Pro Film Carrier 120 MK2 makes it possible to scan a roll of 120 film in as fast as 60 seconds. Create full-size scans of 6 x 4.5, 6 x 6, 6 x 7, and 6 x 9 film using the included masks, while the double s-curve design ensures a flat lay for sharpness.
Pro Film Carrier 35 Mark II
Use the Pro Film Carrier 35 MK2 to scan full rolls or strips of 35mm film with ease. The carrier features a metal design with interchangeable internal cassettes and roller modules and includes masks to scan standard 35mm film, panoramic frames, and half frames. The aluminum film advance knob ensures smooth and consistent film advance for an easy scanning experience.
Pro Mount Mark II with Anti-Static Brush
The Pro Mount provides a mounting surface for the Pro Film Carrier 35 and 120, allowing you to quickly and easily switch between film carriers with precise positioning. The included antistatic brush securely attaches to the mount and automatically removes most dust and debris from your film before scanning.
