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« on: March 05, 2009, 08:18:08 AM » |
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I need to buy one, but reading specifications, it like to me that both are similar. Is't that true? Wich do you recommend?
I'll be gratefulfor your answer!
Carlos
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rgeorge911
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« Reply #1 on: March 05, 2009, 08:31:27 AM » |
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but I think the 4490 is very similar. From what I understand, the V series has two lenses, and comes with a wet mounting option. I haven't used one, so can't say for sure.
The 4990 is a pretty good machine overall. Much better for medium and large format, but I use it for 35mm too, especially xpan.
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GerryM
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« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2009, 08:49:54 AM » |
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Carlos,
The light source for the V500 differs from the 4490. I had a 4490 and now have a V500. It may only be in my mind, but I think the V500 does a slightly better job. Also, Doug Fishers film holder makes a large improvement.
Gerry
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LarryD
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« Reply #3 on: March 05, 2009, 09:29:44 AM » |
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The V has a better DMAX other than that they are both good the Light source has been mentioned only the 700 and 750 have 2 lenses of the Vseries and the wet mounting comes with the V750 and is an option you can add to the V700.
I just got a Referb V700 from Epson for the price a V500 sold new.. you do the math. I have a 4490 I may want to sell.. but what cracks me up is I see them on ebay selling to people in Asia and Europe for more than I payed for my V700.
I may just sell it on ebay and get a wet mount kit for my V700 Hell and make extra money by charging shipping that is way off base. LOL
No I could not do that.. but it did run my mind.
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GerryM
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« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2009, 09:47:40 AM » |
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I bought my V500, brand new, in the box, full warranty, on ebay for $99. If V700's are available for that, I'll take a few.
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LarryD
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« Reply #5 on: March 05, 2009, 10:04:17 AM » |
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Sorry I was referring to the 4490 I though did pay only about 300 for the V700
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GerryM
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« Reply #6 on: March 05, 2009, 10:13:28 AM » |
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$300 for a V700 sounds like a very good buy. Good job, Larry. Maybe I had better keep a lookout for one. My V500 is limited to med format and I would like to be able to scan 4X5.
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LarryD
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« Reply #7 on: March 05, 2009, 10:27:41 AM » |
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That is the reason I got it Epson had them for 3 days they all sold out Rose also got one. I have not seen them there since sweet Rose alerted me to the price... I got it because I could batch scan more MF at 1 time and also I am looking for a LF but nothing has got my eye yet. Weegee be sill in your grave.
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« Reply #8 on: March 05, 2009, 01:22:22 PM » |
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I used to have a 4990 and just recently picked up a 4490 (refurb from Epson for $109) to scan in a bunch of old family pictures. I have no experience with the V series.
The big selling point for me on the 4990 was that it can scan 8x10 transparencies. That means I could scan in two 4x5 negs at the same time or lay down a whole page of negatives for a digital contact sheet, which was handy.
The 4490 doesn't have as large of a film scanning area. Doesn't come with a 4x5 holder and can only scan a couple medium format frames at a time.
I don't know how big of a quality jump there is if you go to the V series. Of the three Epson scanners I have experience with (3200 as well) I can't say I noticed much, if any, difference in scan quality.
Alan
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CarlosE
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« Reply #9 on: March 06, 2009, 10:15:01 AM » |
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Thanks you very much friends for all your answers. you have been very kind.
REED. I didn't mention the 4990 because I thought, it was discontinued but...There are some new yet here! and it would be a great option. Why do you say..."much better for medium and large format..." Don't you get a high quality with 35mm film?. I would like to know more about! Thanks.
GERRY. According to the images that you have sharing here, I believe you absolutely! (The Bridge photo with the Agfa Record III...it's WONDERFUL for me. If you can, tell me more about the Doug Fishers holder that you are using.
LARRY D. Ithink that V700 and 750 are "the best", but I can't go for one. It's too much for me. Which it was your experience with the 4490? Do you want to sell it?
ALAN. I haven't LF now, but any way do you think that the 4990 it would be a "good option". Thanks again.
Carlos
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Alan Gage
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« Reply #10 on: March 06, 2009, 10:58:57 AM » |
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The reason for saying "better for MF and LF than 35mm" is because there's less enlargement with the larger formats. The scan quality is the same on 35mm as it is with MF, but you have to enlarge the 35mm scan a lot more in order to get a 5x7 or 8x10, which enhances the deficiencies of the scanner.
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LarryD
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« Reply #11 on: March 06, 2009, 11:05:12 AM » |
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Thanks you very much friends for all your answers. you have been very kind.
REED. I didn't mention the 4990 because I thought, it was discontinued but...There are some new yet here! and it would be a great option. Why do you say..."much better for medium and large format..." Don't you get a high quality with 35mm film?. I would like to know more about! Thanks.
GERRY. According to the images that you have sharing here, I believe you absolutely! (The Bridge photo with the Agfa Record III...it's WONDERFUL for me. If you can, tell me more about the Doug Fishers holder that you are using.
LARRY D. Ithink that V700 and 750 are "the best", but I can't go for one. It's too much for me. Which it was your experience with the 4490? Do you want to sell it?
ALAN. I haven't LF now, but any way do you think that the 4990 it would be a "good option". Thanks again.
Carlos I am going to hold onto the 4490 it is my back up and i think the V700 is the last scanner I will get for many years. |
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GerryM
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« Reply #12 on: March 06, 2009, 02:19:03 PM » |
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Carlos,
Doug Fisher's (Betterscanning) negative holders are better made than the one's Epson furnishes. At least that is for their scanners that I am familiar with. They are better designed and much sturdier. He has one at fixed height and one adjustable height. I think of more importance than that is the available ANR glass. Google him for his easily navigated and very informative website.
Gerry
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Santiago Montenegro
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« Reply #13 on: March 06, 2009, 03:21:21 PM » |
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My 2 cents: I use a 4490, and while I am happy with its medium format capabilities, 35mm leaves me wanting I could afford a real film scanner.
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« Reply #14 on: March 06, 2009, 03:32:59 PM » |
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Doug Fisher's (Betterscanning) negative holders the are a superb piece of kit. i have the adjustable one and the glass holder is a must, specially for curling film. |
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