Digitising Old Kodak Slides [Archive] - The Art of Sound Forum

User211

26-09-2017, 17:47

I have inherited hundreds of 35mm negs mounted in slides. I don't have a projector. But I want to digitise them.

All family history stuff going a long way back.

What's the best way to get a high quality result? I am prepared to buy hardware and resell it on eBay after use. Max budget £500.

I do not own a DSLR, so no fangled h/w designed to do the job with one applies here.

Thanks in advance.

struth

26-09-2017, 18:12

I did this a number of years ago. Got a dedicated scanner for slides/negatives and a software package which will be needed as the slides often degenerate and get dusty etc. Did quite a few after I sussed how to get decent results and was bringing up bearable pics from red slides etc. So, once you kinda master it, its fairly quick; ie, 5 mins a slide. (you probably wont do all that many if youve hundreds). Think I did about 60/80 all told.
Some can do it all automatically and save it to an sd card these days bypassing a pc. Trick is to get one that can do high quality quickly, as with soe the high quality can take an age.

This is a good one but you need a computer(mine was similar although a fair bit older) comes with some excellent software for removing scratches etc

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Plustek-8200I-SE-OpticFilm8200iSE-Scanner/dp/B00B2I02MU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506449256&sr=8-1&keywords=OpticFilm+8200i+SE+Film+Scanner

An all in one although you might want to pass them through a photoshop type program after

https://www.amazon.co.uk/QPIX-Resolution-Portable-Negatives-Converter/dp/B00MOC8ZDQ/ref=sr_1_10?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1506449345&sr=1-10&keywords=slide+scanner#customerReviews

User211

26-09-2017, 18:55

I did this a number of years ago. Got a dedicated scanner for slides/negatives and a software package which will be needed as the slides often degenerate and get dusty etc. Did quite a few after I sussed how to get decent results and was bringing up bearable pics from red slides etc. So, once you kinda master it, its fairly quick; ie, 5 mins a slide. (you probably wont do all that many if youve hundreds). Think I did about 60/80 all told.
Some can do it all automatically and save it to an sd card these days bypassing a pc. Trick is to get one that can do high quality quickly, as with soe the high quality can take an age.

This is a good one but you need a computer(mine was similar although a fair bit older) comes with some excellent software for removing scratches etc

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Plustek-8200I-SE-OpticFilm8200iSE-Scanner/dp/B00B2I02MU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506449256&sr=8-1&keywords=OpticFilm+8200i+SE+Film+Scanner

An all in one although you might want to pass them through a photoshop type program after

https://www.amazon.co.uk/QPIX-Resolution-Portable-Negatives-Converter/dp/B00MOC8ZDQ/ref=sr_1_10?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1506449345&sr=1-10&keywords=slide+scanner#customerReviewsThanks Grant the Plustek looks like good advice.

struth

26-09-2017, 19:14

Thanks Grant the Plustek looks like good advice.

might need to check for mac compatability if u use one.

Macca

27-09-2017, 12:31

I read the thread title as 'Disgusting Old Kodak Slides'.

Now deeply disappointed.

Joe

27-09-2017, 14:12

I read the thread title as 'Disgusting Old Kodak Slides'.

So did I. Filthy minds think alike.

User211

27-09-2017, 15:15

I read the thread title as 'Disgusting Old Kodak Slides'.

Now deeply disappointed.Time for glasses - of wine?:D

I think I am actually gonna follow Grant's recommendation.

That's odd whever I ask for forum advice I usually read the recommendations then do or get something else.

struth

27-09-2017, 15:44

Hell, dont do that!!

Barry

27-09-2017, 20:54

I have an elderly Canon slide scanner, it was quite expensive but of high quality. However the associated software is now no longer supported and not compatable with the latest platforms.

I have thousands of travel slides to scan. It would be nice to burn the digitised images onto a CD.

User211

27-09-2017, 22:34

Hell, dont do that!!OK I'll get an Epson V600 instead!:)

Will order something this weekend.

struth

27-09-2017, 22:41

Still got my epson flatbed scanner(perfection 4490) stashed away. Not used it for years, but it was quite high up and could do transparencies too although a bit fiddly and slow at higher rates of dpi. No need of these things nowadays. If I need a doc scanned I can get it done somewhere ot take a scan with a phone. Technology makes many things obsolete so quick, and one reason I like audio as the old stuff is often still viable

rdpx

27-09-2017, 23:22

Kodachrome can be a difficult to scan.

Have a look here:

http://www.filmscanner.info/en/Kodachrome.html

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Sherwood

28-09-2017, 07:49

I can endorse the Plustek but make sure you buy one with the scratch and dust removal software. Also, be aware that scanning and cleaning up the image takes a lot of time, especially at the highest resolutions.

Otherwise, I have had good results from projecting the slide on to a large screen and using a digital camera on a tripod to photograph the results. I know you don't have either item but I am sure that you could borrow them from someone.

Geoff

Sherwood

28-09-2017, 07:53

I can endorse the Plustek but make sure you buy one with the scratch and dust removal software. Also, be aware that scanning and cleaning up the image takes a lot of time, especially at the highest resolutions.

Otherwise, I have had good results from projecting the slide on to a large screen and using a digital camera on a tripod to photograph the results. I know you don't have either item but I am sure that you could borrow them from someone.

Geoff

Sorry, I meant hardware: the ICE stuff!

Barry

28-09-2017, 12:08

Kodachrome can be a difficult to scan.

Have a look here:

http://www.filmscanner.info/en/Kodachrome.html

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99% of my slides are Kodachrome, with about 40 slides shot on Agfa CT-18 and about 40 on Ektachrome.

rdpx

28-09-2017, 12:11

http://www.silverfast.com/highlights/kodachrome/en.html

This scanning software is good.
You might want to do a bit of research before committing to anything though?

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Haselsh1

28-09-2017, 13:27

I use an Epson V700 scanner that comes with Digital ICE software that automatically removes scratches and other nasties. Fantastic scanner that I have now had since 2006.

struth

28-09-2017, 13:31

I use an Epson V700 scanner that comes with Digital ICE software that automatically removes scratches and other nasties. Fantastic scanner that I have now had since 2006.

similar to my 4490 epson with the ice. it works well. dont know if drivers are available for win10 though. I will never use it again so if anyone wants it they can have it for a big dram:lol:

DGP

28-09-2017, 14:52

You may find it is still supported by Vuescan software which specialises in supporting legacy scanners - you can try it for free and buy various 'depths' of license.
https://www.hamrick.com/
David

I have an elderly Canon slide scanner, it was quite expensive but of high quality. However the associated software is now no longer supported and not compatable with the latest platforms.

I have thousands of travel slides to scan. It would be nice to burn the digitised images onto a CD.