Microtek ArtixScan 4000T Film Scanners
Microtek ArtixScan 4000T Film Scanners
USER REVIEWS
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[Feb 17, 2002]
kowen
Intermediate
Strength:
Great value, 4000dpi scans, adjustable d-max, Scanmaker software very helpful. Great results. 19" enlargements possible.
Weakness:
None for me, but others should read about the dust issue-making sure film is clean (clean as necessary, swab scanner before use) I''ve read many user reviews, and wrote to owners of the 4000T before purchasing this scanner. It does not have ICE or Canon''s FARE (which does not soften the image when removing dust), but I must say-this scanner is a joy to use. I make sure my negatives or slides are as clean as possible-something I would do anyhow before scanning. I also do swab the inside of this scanner-the rectangular ccd sensor, and I do cover this scanner with a plastic bag, as the entryway for the film and slide holders is open. I have Microtek''s 8700, so I am familiar with the Scanmaker software. The 4000T has the added capability of adjusting the d-max: either using the automatic mode, or adjusting from .05-4.0 . This, I believe changes the brightness of the scanning lamp. I have found this useful-you can hit automatic, and adjust from there as necessary. In just a few slides or negatives, I have adjusted the black and white points before scanning, or slight adjust in curves, to get better shadow detail, but usually do all correcting in PS 5 LE. Any correcting in pre-scan mode is for better shadow detail in dim-lit situations-if necessary. I have scanned night exposures, with very dark brown or blue shadows and other difficult negatives or slides with very little or no noise. Adjusting the black & white points and or D-Max before scanning can help with this, if necessary; surprisingly often, it is not. This scanner is for an advanced user, but for anyone interested in a great 35mm scanner at a great price who is willing to take the time to learn about scanning and digital archiving his or her film or slide collection, this is a great tool, with great software-hard to beat for the money. The price I paid includes a $100 rebate. It does come with Genuine Fractals, Silverfast, and Kodak''s Q60ES slide(a great value in itself) to do a monitor profile with included software-none of which I have used. This scanner is very sharp, and at 4000dpi will pick up DETAIL-dust, etc. and grain from grainier print or slide films. I have scanned at 3400 or 3600 to lessen this effect in certain shots, from past use of film that showed more grain. I have scanned Kodak Royal Gold 100, Kodachrome from as far back as 1975, Ektachrome, Fuji Velvia, with nice results. While some slides may have color shifted, this was corrected in PS5LE. I find the color scans very tru Customer Service Not a toll free number; advanced techs are helpful; 1 year warranty. Similar Products Used: Microtek 8700 |
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[Nov 13, 2001]
Sharon Potter
Intermediate
Strength:
Ease of setup and use, quality of scans.
Weakness:
It''s a bit slow, but worth the wait. Great scans, easy to use and set up. This is my first film scanner...I''ve been sending out for scans up til now. The scans I get form the 4000 are equal to anything I''ve gotten anywhere else. Customer Service Not needed so far. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Jul 17, 2000]
Chan Chi Kwong
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
ArtixScan 4000T
Strength:
High resolution.
Weakness:
None so far I have compared the scanning output using my own slides of this scanner with Nikon's models. I eventually choose this scanner since it provides highest resolution and very sharp output. I can also serve as a backup of my photo because they are scanned in 4000 x 4000 dpi and stored using the CD writer. The provided profile slide also save me much time in tunning color. All the photos (slides) are scanned using this scanner in my home page (www.geocities.com/danielchanhk). Anyway, the scanner is excellent! Customer Service No needed so far Similar Products Used: Nikon LS2000, Nikon LS30, HP Photosmart S2 |
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[Jun 23, 2000]
Denis Ivaneza
Professional
Model Reviewed:
ArtixScan 4000T
Strength:
Superb Resolution
Weakness:
Good luck in finding one. Unbelievable prints to an Epson 1270 inkjet printer even to A3 size which saves me time & money. Even when cropping only a small area off a 35mm neg/tranny A4/A3 sizes still achievable with true optical resolution, no interpolation needed. Customer Service n/a Similar Products Used: Canon FS2710 |
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[Apr 13, 2000]
John Prior
Expert
Model Reviewed:
ArtixScan 4000T
Strength:
4000 dpi optical resolution, Scanwizard Pro software, Kodak Q60 Tranny supplied for Calibration and colorsync profile
Weakness:
None found so far This is the best film scanner I've tried so far, Polariod's 4000dpi scanner uses the Microtek engine. The Artixscan is cheaper and I prefer the Scanwizard software. Customer Service None needed, 2 year warranty Similar Products Used: Nikon LS20 and Minolta ScanSpeed |
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[Sep 15, 2000]
ahming ming
Professional
Strength:
it is the est film scanner I ever seen, but after I bought a D1 I seldom scan film again, if anyone in hong kong interested about this scanner, please contact me.
Weakness:
nothing very fast and good color scanning Customer Service no Similar Products Used: nikon ls-2000 |
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[Oct 12, 2000]
Dwight Smith
Expert
Strength:
Resolution, focusing, speed of scan.
Weakness:
None Easy to install, painless to operate, and the scans are amazing. I have fed this machine some very difficult slides and gotten the results. No noise, just details. Given the price, I'd say this is not the beginner's scanner, but for a serious photographer it's a steal. Customer Service None Similar Products Used: None |
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[Dec 03, 2000]
Deb Kney
Intermediate
Strength:
easy to install
Weakness:
no cover - dust gets on to bed ... Improvise to cover the scan bed ... the scans are incredible! Similar Products Used: variety of flat bed scanners -- HP photosmart ... this is THE BEST product! |
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[Jan 31, 2001]
Joost van Buul
Professional
Strength:
Superhigh quality.
Weakness:
Very slow with high-res. scans. Perfect scanner for very high quality scans. Customer Service not used Similar Products Used: Minolta multiscan |
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[Feb 21, 2001]
Leif Goodwin
Intermediate
Strength:
Well built. Excellent printed manuals. Excellent ScanWizard software allowing full control over the scanner. Q60 slide supplied. Excellent scans with remarkable colour fidelity, no speckle noise and no lens/CCD flare.
Weakness:
The only minor weakness is the lack of batch scan preview. You have to manually preview each slide. An excellent scanner. High resolution high quality scans with no noise. Customer Service Not used. Similar Products Used: Nikon LS30 |