I purchased one today. I have owned an Epson Scanner Expression 636 for over 20 years and that is the reason I purchased this new model, One of the greatest features is the ICE program. I own a Minolta scanner for 35mm and medium format film I dropped it on the floor and did cry for a few days. Cannot get if fixed since Minolta/Konika closed shop forever. Ya ask what does this have to do with this Epson scanner . ICE is a Kodak program that will restore faded color and eliminate scratches, Size wise the 636 gave the user the opportunity to scan at high resolution and CHOOSE the size of the output almost regardless of the original size and a chosen scanning resolution. I dedicated an old computer system to the 636 since it's connected by Firewire connection. An extremely old technology and slow. I was able to scan transparencies up to 8x10 and flat art to 8 1/2 17. You can select a single slide/transparency from a group and scan up to the highest resolution. This item didn't need a salesman since I knew more that most at Staples or Best buy . I will report back as soon as I do some scans of all sizes. Xenophon A. Beake
even though scanning time is variable, it would have helped to give some sample scanning times to give us an idea of quickest vs slowest times and to estimate how long it would take to scan a batch of slides or film.
hi there, just wondering if the lid, when opening, does it have a hold at half way, or do you have to lift the lid all the way open, ive got the v550 and the lid holds open half way, which is what im looking for, this lid on the v850 looks a lot thicker and may weigh more
@@cazillo thanks, im a home business transferring old vhs tapes and alike to usb, slides, photos, projector reels, etc, so we do bulk lots of slides, with the V550 you can only hold 4 slides at once, so you have to sit there with it and constantly feed the thing, looking at being able to hold 12 slides at once scanning at 2400dpi or 4800dpi it allows you to get food or drinks, while its scanning, we do like 1000 plus orders,
Is the lid completely removable? I would like to scan large-scale paintings (6'x4') and would like a scanner with a removable lid so I can scan the painting in sections. In other words, the scanner needs to lay completely flat, face-down on the painting. Is that possible with this scanner?
Yes, but I don't suggest scanning large items in this manner. If something doesn't fit on the bed I shoot it with my DSLR with copy lighting setup and strobes.
Nice review. I've been looking for your mentioned review of the Silverfast s/w but don't seem to be able to find it and no link in the description. Have you done one yet?
+CoquetteNimblewit skip the i1 software and go with the targets and app from Lasersoft called Silverfast. I have a review and tutorials coming soon for it too.
Excellent Review! I just bought a Epson V800 (Only model available in Singapore). I've got one question +Gregory Cazillo , do I need to have a profiling software since my Silverfast do not come with that option? Does it make any significant difference with my workflow?
+Lukai Takashi I'll elaborate a bit more on today's show....most people probably won't need a fully profiled scanner as the default one works fine. You could benefit from the addition features in the Silverfast upgrade though, plus its 25% off right now!
+Gregory Cazillo Great! I just got the scanner last Sunday, I'll probably consider the upgrade. Just curious, besides the would be Multiple Exposure that comes along, is there any major upgrade from either versions?
Each film/slider has two 'sliders' each on the top and bottom edges [notched to allow for five settings]. There's no documentation of what these are, what they are used for, and how to use them. When I called Epson [562.276.4382] to ask, after three hours on the phone, they couldn't tell me [and that was after elevating the question to three levels of 'incompetence'].
It comes with a Film Guide for 8x10 films and can be used for 4x6 and 5x7 films. The guide is just what i would call a "T bar". It is placed at the top of the scanner bed . It is not an actual "holder" , you simply place your film snug to it, so it scans straight. There are 3rd party film holders made for the V800/V850 which you may want to buy one to fit large film sizes. Online search the size.
Sorry, i meant to say size, not side. Some who bought early versions reported having issues with 120 film fitting in to the holders. I've since found that the design has been modified and that Epson now ship with a slightly different holder so it's not a problem in newer models.
You say 4800dpi for film or transparencies. I am guessing that number varies depending on the size of the film. What is the end result dpi for 35mm film frame if you are scanning 12 at a time?
+Gregory Cazillo It looks so bulky but neat. How does it compare with Epson Perfection V39? Is it better? I just bought Epson V39 as an artist. And already I want to take it back. I hate that black horizontal bar that appears as a black gap since my artbook doesn't totally cover the glass. 😞 Even if I cover it, that stupid black bar is still there! And there's no way of cropping it out aside from using photoshop. Ugh.😣
I've never used that model, currently the V850 is the top of the line flatbed. Using Photoshop or another scanning app like Silverfast is a requirement for good quality scans.
Gregory Cazillo Thankfully, I have Photoshop. I am disappointed in this unit. My old *HP All-In-One Deskjet 2540* and older HP printer scanner would pull up a preview that you could crop and change other things before saving files. This does not and it should as a scanner. Debating on whether I should taking it back and save money for a better scanner with that option or just keeping it because it is a fairly good scanner aside from that point. 😐 Thank you for your fast response. I greatly appreciate it!
I'm sure the one you have does, I have a feeling you are using the incorrect software or not following their instructions. The Epson Scan Software has crop and adjust functions and AFAIK is identical across all Epson Scanners.
Easily 8x10, but you will start pushing the quality of the original art around that size. I'd say test it and see what's acceptable. If your viewers are not getting that close to the final print then go with a 20" print you'd be surprised.
@@cazillo i wondering there must be a way with technology that I could capture it to make large print versions. My art is on wooden panel and is an impasto oil painting btw x
@@sarmedmirza Ok I see. If it were me I would try two methods and test. First scan at high res setting with V850 and second shoot a copy photo with a good DSLR, filling the frame with just the art. Then I would print small tests of each and see which I liked better.
I purchased one today. I have owned an Epson Scanner Expression 636 for over 20 years and that is the reason I purchased this new model, One of the greatest features is the ICE program. I own a Minolta scanner for 35mm and medium format film I dropped it on the floor and did cry for a few days. Cannot get if fixed since Minolta/Konika closed shop forever. Ya ask what does this have to do with this Epson scanner . ICE is a Kodak program that will restore faded color and eliminate scratches, Size wise the 636 gave the user the opportunity to scan at high resolution and CHOOSE the size of the output almost regardless of the original size and a chosen scanning resolution. I dedicated an old computer system to the 636 since it's connected by Firewire connection. An extremely old technology and slow. I was able to scan transparencies up to 8x10 and flat art to 8 1/2 17. You can select a single slide/transparency from a group and scan up to the highest resolution. This item didn't need a salesman since I knew more that most at Staples or Best buy . I will report back as soon as I do some scans of all sizes. Xenophon A. Beake
all above applications that you mentioned, are they MAC compatible?
I have issues with XRITE, welcome to the club.
Does this scanner pick up the texture of paper, like a watercolor paper? I’m looking for a scanner that does not pick up the paper texture.
even though scanning time is variable, it would have helped to give some sample scanning times to give us an idea of quickest vs slowest times and to estimate how long it would take to scan a batch of slides or film.
again, thx ... hadn't dove that deep into the Guide.
Where are your silver fast demos?
hi there, just wondering if the lid, when opening, does it have a hold at half way, or do you have to lift the lid all the way open, ive got the v550 and the lid holds open half way, which is what im looking for, this lid on the v850 looks a lot thicker and may weigh more
Just checked. Mine holds strong at 11" opening or so from bottom of lid to top of bed. Anything less it starts to slowly close.
@@cazillo thanks, im a home business transferring old vhs tapes and alike to usb, slides, photos, projector reels, etc, so we do bulk lots of slides, with the V550 you can only hold 4 slides at once, so you have to sit there with it and constantly feed the thing, looking at being able to hold 12 slides at once scanning at 2400dpi or 4800dpi it allows you to get food or drinks, while its scanning, we do like 1000 plus orders,
Hi Gregory, the V600 has also ICE. Does it work on it also as properly as shown here at 4:50. Have you compared it?
Is the lid completely removable? I would like to scan large-scale paintings (6'x4') and would like a scanner with a removable lid so I can scan the painting in sections. In other words, the scanner needs to lay completely flat, face-down on the painting. Is that possible with this scanner?
Yes, but I don't suggest scanning large items in this manner. If something doesn't fit on the bed I shoot it with my DSLR with copy lighting setup and strobes.
Nice review. I've been looking for your mentioned review of the Silverfast s/w but don't seem to be able to find it and no link in the description. Have you done one yet?
I don't see any information on scanning print pictures. Does it have the ability to do this as well?
Yes it does.
Can one scan 5X7" slides on theV850?
What is the largest negative it can scan?
Sorry guy, I really want to know what is the highest resolution scan per frame?
wow great review, I need one of these
I bought the V800 and it didn't come with the i1 Scanner xrite software. Where can I buy this with the monaco targets?
+CoquetteNimblewit skip the i1 software and go with the targets and app from Lasersoft called Silverfast. I have a review and tutorials coming soon for it too.
+Gregory Cazillo Thank you for the speedy reply. I'm adding the Fuji reflective targets from lasersoft right now. Looking forward to the tutorial!
Excellent Review! I just bought a Epson V800 (Only model available in Singapore).
I've got one question +Gregory Cazillo , do I need to have a profiling software since my Silverfast do not come with that option? Does it make any significant difference with my workflow?
+Lukai Takashi I'll elaborate a bit more on today's show....most people probably won't need a fully profiled scanner as the default one works fine. You could benefit from the addition features in the Silverfast upgrade though, plus its 25% off right now!
+Gregory Cazillo Great! I just got the scanner last Sunday, I'll probably consider the upgrade. Just curious, besides the would be Multiple Exposure that comes along, is there any major upgrade from either versions?
+Lukai Takashi Answered your questions this week czcams.com/video/eLBwAsF_Nso/video.html
Each film/slider has two 'sliders' each on the top and bottom edges [notched to allow for five settings]. There's no documentation of what these are, what they are used for, and how to use them.
When I called Epson [562.276.4382] to ask, after three hours on the phone, they couldn't tell me [and that was after elevating the question to three levels of 'incompetence'].
Focus. When you raise/ lower the trays it will vary the focus. This can be very helpful when scanning heavily curled negatives.
Pages 90 and 91. files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd4/cpd41530.pdf#page90
Thx. Found that there's an Epson FAQ on this.
Same here. Their support has no idea what the specs are and each question I was on hold for long time to answer.
How do I scan a 4 x 6 negative and larger? There are no holders this size. Thanks.
You may look into doing a wet scan for 4x5 with this scanner.
It comes with a Film Guide for 8x10 films and can be used for 4x6 and 5x7 films. The guide is just what i would call a "T bar". It is placed at the top of the scanner bed . It is not an actual "holder" , you simply place your film snug to it, so it scans straight. There are 3rd party film holders made for the V800/V850 which you may want to buy one to fit large film sizes. Online search the size.
I've heard reports that the 120 film holder doesn't actually appear to be the right side. Have you any comment on that?
+andrewford80 I didn't notice when I did the review, where did you see that info?
Sorry, i meant to say size, not side. Some who bought early versions reported having issues with 120 film fitting in to the holders. I've since found that the design has been modified and that Epson now ship with a slightly different holder so it's not a problem in newer models.
You say 4800dpi for film or transparencies. I am guessing that number varies depending on the size of the film. What is the end result dpi for 35mm film frame if you are scanning 12 at a time?
Curt Wrigley I’ve read 2600 ppi and a file size of 3600x2400 pixels effective resolution using Silverfast with optimal settings and configurations.
www.filmscanner.info/en/EpsonPerfectionV800Photo.html
Hi, can i use this to scan the fabric (cloth material)?
Yes
+Gregory Cazillo It looks so bulky but neat. How does it compare with Epson Perfection V39? Is it better?
I just bought Epson V39 as an artist. And already I want to take it back. I hate that black horizontal bar that appears as a black gap since my artbook doesn't totally cover the glass. 😞 Even if I cover it, that stupid black bar is still there! And there's no way of cropping it out aside from using photoshop. Ugh.😣
I've never used that model, currently the V850 is the top of the line flatbed. Using Photoshop or another scanning app like Silverfast is a requirement for good quality scans.
Gregory Cazillo Thankfully, I have Photoshop. I am disappointed in this unit. My old *HP All-In-One Deskjet 2540* and older HP printer scanner would pull up a preview that you could crop and change other things before saving files. This does not and it should as a scanner. Debating on whether I should taking it back and save money for a better scanner with that option or just keeping it because it is a fairly good scanner aside from that point. 😐
Thank you for your fast response. I greatly appreciate it!
I'm sure the one you have does, I have a feeling you are using the incorrect software or not following their instructions. The Epson Scan Software has crop and adjust functions and AFAIK is identical across all Epson Scanners.
What about 10.11 mac?
Hi Gregory, thanks for the nice review. Say, is the scanner still the best you can get in the class today?
Have you tried this with VueScan x64?
+John Sessoms Never heard of it, sorry.
Vuescan is a popular scanning interface.
Great review thanks. If I had a 2x3 inch artwork/photo to scan, how large could I print it after scanning with V850 at a professional quality?
Easily 8x10, but you will start pushing the quality of the original art around that size. I'd say test it and see what's acceptable. If your viewers are not getting that close to the final print then go with a 20" print you'd be surprised.
@@daily80smusicvideo Thank you for the quick reply. Is there any way I can scan the work so a 2x3inch art can be blown up to 60x90 inches?
@@sarmedmirza You are pushing the resolution of the original film much farther than it could handle. Its all relative in what you feel is acceptable
@@cazillo i wondering there must be a way with technology that I could capture it to make large print versions. My art is on wooden panel and is an impasto oil painting btw x
@@sarmedmirza Ok I see. If it were me I would try two methods and test. First scan at high res setting with V850 and second shoot a copy photo with a good DSLR, filling the frame with just the art. Then I would print small tests of each and see which I liked better.
Epson sure makes some nice scanners. How you liking windows 10 Greg?
So far so good! Best part is the new start button and taskbars on both screens!
+Gregory Cazillo That is my favorite feature, I run duel monitors as well.
which won one?
.dyslexia of touch a have I, Sorry
This was not a review, it was a product information/advertisement video.
software looks like it's from 1990
if you look at his eyes, he's pretty much just read whatever epson v850 printed on their manual. lol
That's very tedious