I prefer to scan black-and-white film because it is inherently sharper with usually more distinct grain than either color negative or transparency film. So I did little with the Epson driver and moved on to SilverFast for a series of black-and-white film scans. Brooks, All Rights ReservedĪfter many years of working with Epson scanners using LaserSoft’s SilverFast software to run the scanners and adjust my scans, I must admit to being spoiled. I instead opt for the SilverFast solution.Īll Photos © 2010, David B. It looks simple but involves many obtuse options and settings that have never worked well from my experience. The Epson Scan scanning software (in Professional Mode) is much like it has been for many years now.

My only reservation is that the Epson software is not effectively supportive of the hardware, particularly with carefully adjusted film scans, and that’s where the LaserSoft SilverFast software comes into play. In general, the resulting scan images are exceptionally fine and especially so for the modest $250 cost of this scanner. From my use of the V500, which I considered extraordinary for its cost, the V600 provides more refined scan image quality, better film support, and ease of handling. In addition to light effectiveness and efficiency, the quality of film scans is noticeably improved with the V600. (Bottom): Although the film holders look similar to the earlier V500, the design and construction has been refined, particularly the 120 medium format holder. In addition to the new advantages of LED scan light sources, the V600 supports 6400 ppi resolution and a 3.4 Dmax dynamic range.

(Top): The new Epson Perfection V600 Photo is just a bit larger than the earlier V500, but contains a much better film scan operating system.

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