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With the image quality of a dedicated film scanner, plus the flexibility of a flatbed scanner all in one affordable product, the Epson Perfection 4990 Photo delivers a total digital scanning solution.
This powerful performer scans multiple slides simultaneously, as well as negatives and photos. And, with its built-in transparency unit, it accommodates film up to 8" x 10". Housed in a sleek outer case with an illuminated scan progress indicator, this scanner delivers intricate detail, due to an astounding 4800 x 9600 dpi resolution, 48-bit color depth, and 4.0 Dmax. And, it easily restores faded or damaged film and photos with Epson Easy Photo Fix and DIGITAL ICE Technology.
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from Chicago, Illinois on 2/18/2007
Comments about Epson Perfection 4990 Photo Flatbed Scanner:
I'm only an amateur and this review might not apply for those more advanced in this line of work. I purchased this scanner in order to print and archive old negatives (50+years) given me by a relative. My previously owned scanner was limited to 35mm format. The scanner worked like a dream. Most of the color negatives had had color shift, and the scanner's software made excellent corrections. Using the scanner's software to correct for exposure, color, contrast, etc. saved incredible amounts of time that would have been needed in Photoshop. The only drawback I found was the amount of time the scanner took when using the Digital ICE program.