Film Scanners
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Digitizing film negatives requires specific gear and camera settings, so Lotta is here to share her workflow for scanning negatives with a mirrorless or DSLR camera. She'll let you know what to keep in mind through the process, and much more.
0:00 - Intro
0:17 - The Techniques
0:58 - The Gear
2:00 - Set Up
2:38 - Camera Settings & Shooting
4:00 - Post Processing
5:14 - Tips for Better Results
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We take a look at the Plustek OpticFilm 8200i Ai Film Scanner. Whether you’re currently shooting film or want to archive past photos, this photo scanner allows you to easily view and edit your 35mm negatives and mounted slides on a computer. The included SilverFast 8 is a professional-grade scan software that provides you with a powerful tool for scanning, editing, and color reproduction.
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Every photographer has that dream piece of equipment that they aspire to own someday. You know, the one thing that’s just a little bit out of reach, whether because of price or rarity, or even just because you can’t justify owning it. It’s that one piece of gear you think about often and tell yourself that it will change the way you make photographs. No matter how incorrect this statement might be, you hope to someday catch your judgement off guard and splurge on something lavish. Well, maybe I had some loose judgement one day but, after years