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Brand: Minolta Item Dimensions: Model: 2890-301 Accessories:
Editorial Review: Product Description: 5400 dpi Input Resolution The DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400 uses a 5300-pixel, 3-line CCD to achieve a resolution of 5,400 dpi 16-bit A/D Conversion With 16-bit A/D conversion, the DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400 will reproduce the rich variations in tone and color of the original film image. 16-bit A/D conversion distinguishes 65,536 tonal gradations for each color channel. Grain Dissolver With today's very high resolution films the normal grain of the film itself can be quite noticeable in the image. Scanning with the Grain Dissolver function helps reduce this graininess, allowing a smooth creation of high-quality scanned images at the full resolution capacity of 5,400 dpi. When a precise level of graininess is important, Digital ICE can be used to achieve the desired result. Digital ICE The awardwinning Digital ICE dramatically reduces the affects of dust and scratches as well as other surface contamination such as fingerprints. Pixel Polish Pixel Polish makes improving picture quality simple. Automatic image-processing corrections for color, exposure, and scene selecti on are made by clicking on the parameters which best describe the picture; the DiMAGE Scan Utility will instantly show the result. Pixel Polish can also restore faded colors on film, and check the restored image using a real-time simulation Manual Focusing The DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400 can b Average Rating:
 Rating:  - I like itAfter about one month using this scanner, I am very happy with what I got for the money. In fact, I liked it so much I bought two! It is simple to use and gives almost professional results for a much less than professional price. The HW based cleanup features work great, even on Kodachrome slides, though it slows the scanning process considerably. But hey, good things are worth waiting for. I use the scanner basically for two things: output for the internet and output for making prints. ... Read More Rating: - gets it done.I like this scanner. It is very simple to operate for basic scanning, and it includes a great scanning software to help you with more complicated tasks. The value is incredible. I have printed my scans from this scanner in 13x19 size and larger with success. Digital ICE and Pixel Polish are two welcome features that you'll be thankful for. Compare this unit to similar from Nikon or Cannon and you'll see the value Minolta had thrown at you. The software allows basic image manipulation, such as ... Read More Rating:  - Faulty design useless for serious workPlease, check out postings on serious digital photography forums before even considering this scanner. I would suggest the Digital Darkroom forum at www.photo.net (you can search for DSE 5400 related threads) and especially the Film Scanners forum at www.photo-i.co.uk. Regarding my personal experience with this scanner, my unit was faulty right out of the box (the "green lines" problem, see forums for more). As of now my (less than one month "old") scanner has been at Minolta repairs service ... Read More |
