Digital BW, The Print

Paul Raork wrote:

>My resolution tests sure do not show an advantage to
the Piezo driver with
>respect to the detail that can be printed. See the
scan of test prints that
>had high resolution line pairs. The image file name
is "Piezo-Epson
>Resolution Test.jpg."


Paul,

This is simple. Your scans need improvement. Others
see the difference. CD Tobie is also an expert
(perhaps more expert than you though this is not worth
an argument. I just notice his credentials are
official). It is very clear to him that his experience
is different than yours. If you are using a flatbed
scanner or a CCD scanner, you should be using a drum
scanner. Anyone as expert in their field as you are is
more appreciated when their prints quality is enhanced
by that of a quality drum scan. I realize the
convenience of your flatbed. I use one too but only
for quick prints or for the web. Drum scans are a
bargain in NYC. Also the way you rely on  your scanner
to make judgements as you do is, I think that you are
in risky business that way, but this is another story.
You should also buy a densitometer (my opinion). But
for your own work in which you place importance, your
peers will notice if you switch to drum scan. If you
have tried drum scan and you still can not to see the
difference, then you need to use a professional format
of film, as 6x7cm or larger. Otherwise, you are
limited by the size of the film's grain. But I am sure
this is obvious to you. If not, then I gave you the
expert a tip! Move over you guys. :)

-della


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