SJP Posted September 18, 2010 Share #1 Posted September 18, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have quite a few boxes of slides mounted in HAMA frames (i.e. not between glass) that I think I would like on digital. Does anyone have any advice on how to go about this scanning? I guess I can get them scanned at the HEMA or via a photography shop. Do they need to be framed between glass? Buying a scanner for myself seems a bit to much & I hardly use film anyway. Additional question: These slides were mostly done with my Olympus XA but it is only gathering dust so I think I will sell it, does anyone know what a "normal" price would be? (XA plus flash & bag). If anyone is interested let me know (I will sell via the B&S section to support the forum obviously). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Nicoleica Posted September 18, 2010 Share #2 Posted September 18, 2010 I've just dropped off my latest batch of Kodachrome slides to be scanned by my local camera shop. These are all in the standard Kodak cardboard mounts. I find this method to be the most practical for me, although if you have a large number to scan, other options may be preferable. If you have the time, then hiring a quality scanner for a weekend may be an attractive option. Alternatively, the photo magazines normally contain advertisements from several labs who can offer good deals for bulk quantity scanning. If you have a very large number of slides, then this option can be more attractive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
archi4 Posted September 18, 2010 Share #3 Posted September 18, 2010 Stephen HAMA frames are perfectly ok and framing between glass is not necessary. I use a Nikon coolscan 8000 and am nearing completion of scanning my slide collection. Still about 1600 to go! I wouldn't use the HEMA and the quality I got from photo shops has usually been disappointing. Autofocus in Bussum has the decent equipment (Nikon 5000) and Tjerk does a careful job which is the most important part. Maurice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wblynch Posted September 20, 2010 Share #4 Posted September 20, 2010 Braun offers a slide scanner that is automated to a degree. It takes carousel wheels (up to 100 slides I believe). I do not have experience with these but I have read some great reviews. People report leaving for work in the morning with 100 slides loaded and return home to a completed set. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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