Digital BW, The Print

At 05:09 PM 3/1/2002 -0600, you wrote:
>I have never read a scanner review where the reviewer has raved about the
sharpness of any epson scanner. They usually say the images are
>fairly soft, regardless of the scanners other qualities, which are usually
rated very good. I've never seen a sharp scan from any epson
>scanner, and was wondering, does anybody on this list who uses any model of
an epson scanner get REALLY sharp scans? If so, which model?
>They make several 1600 DPI scanners that use stepper motors, so the
resolution is probably not a true 1600 DPI, but closer to 800 or 1200.
>Anyone know if this is really true?
>
>Jerry
>
Jerry,

Check out my review of the EP2450 on the web page below.  I'd also like
input re where I may be wrong or unclear. The cool-light head influences the
sharpness look. Having the film very flat helps too.

AZ
Maker of Lookaround panoramic camera.

www.geocities.com/soho/gallery/8874/
         or
keyword.com lookaround