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Using EOS-M to copy slides/negatives

Started Jul 28, 2017 | Discussions thread
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Re: Using EOS-M to copy slides/negatives
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nahueljo wrote:

The scans from the lab are ok, but they are low res jpeg files that I think are even scanned a bit out of focus or with some softness applied.

Dedicated scanners typically have a very deep depth of field. The softness comes from the “dust-removal” software that they get run through afterwards.

Do a test run at a number of labs to see which suits you best.

So I'm going to buy this lens for my Canon M50 and build a scan setup. Thanks!

A DIY setup can be as simple or complex as you want. Do avoid the (numerous) pitfalls. And be prepared to spend copious amounts of time in post, even with good software (such as Silverfast).

Biggest tip: Get your negs/slides as DUST-FREE as possible!  Avoid scratching!

Best of luck!

R2

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