Digital BW, The Print

Hi David,

> Austin, there are several Leafscan scanners currently on ebay,
> both 35 and
> 4x5 model.  In your opinion, would you reccommend these rather than a new
> Nikon, say 4000 or 8000??

Possibly, but that depends on your needs.  If you are only/mostly scanning
B&W, and need multiformat capability that the Leaf offers (up to 4x5), or
the resolution for 35mm...then it may be a good scanner for you.

> Also, if the Leafs don't come with software, is it easy to down load that
> from Leaf?

Yes, it's readily available for both Mac and PC.

Make sure you get a later unit, with firmware 4.1, and it should come with
the "Leaf set" of holders, they are revolving film holders that are
exceptional.  If you are on a PC, you need a GPIB card.  Also, get a
guarantee that the unit is in good operating order, that you are allowed to
run a few scans and check for banding etc...as the unit may need a new CCD
or bulb, and they are expensive!  Ask for a few current scans from the
seller, both color and B&W and check them out.

Regards,

Austin