Memories Renewed - Slide Film Scanning

Slides Transfer to Digital

" I just wanted you to know how happy I am with how the slides turned out. I've been having great fun looking at them all again. They are so clear and the color is greatly improved on so many of them. I've been e-mailing a few choice selections to my family over the past few days and everyone is thrilled. " (more testimonials)

Option 1 - Standard Scanning

Option 2 - Photoshop Enhanced

This may be a good option for higher volume scanning projects or for those who are skilled with digital image editing and prefer to have complete control over post scan image enhancements.

  Rotated for Correct Orientation
  Full Frame Scan - No Cropping
  No Other Post Scan Corrections

Each image is manually evaluated and enhanced using Adobe Photoshop CS5 for best quality results. The unedited scans are included to preserve the original image condition.

  Cropping to the Edge or Subject Focus
  Color Restoration / Exposure Correction
  Digital Correction of Minor Blemishes
  Red Eye Removal as Necessary

Slides are Scanned with Nikon Coolscan 9000 Scanners for Excellent Quality Images
Digital ICE® infrared technology is used standard for color slides & negatives to aid in removal of
surface dust and scratches from the processed digital image, resulting in clean looking scans.

Customized Subject Folders
You may prepare your slides in any order and in the original packaging, including carousels, magazines, boxes, etc. Subject groupings will be placed in a folder by that name on the image disc to help keep you organized. If your slides are not in any particular order now, you may find it easier to organize the digital images after scanning rather than before scanning.

High Resolution Scanning is Standard for Detailed Digital Images
High Resolution Images Offer More Flexibility for Cropping, Editing, Enlarging, and Printing

Digital Image Files are Transferred to a Data CD and DVD
Data DVD-R = High Resolution Files for Archival and Printing
Data CD-R = Reduced Size Resolution for General Multi-Media

Fully Customized DVD Slideshows / Montages are Also Available
Perfect for Special Occasions and Events: (more info)
Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Graduations, Memorials

JPEG Image Format is Standard in Pricing - TIFF Format is Optional (more info)

Volume Discount Pricing: 500+ Images = 10% Discount

Slide Format	Digital Image Resolution	Option 1	Option 2
35mm Format	Scanning Resolution @ 4000dpi ~18 Megapixels	$.35 / Slide Standard Scanning	$.60 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced
126 Format	Scanning Resolution @ 4000dpi ~16 Megapixels	$.35 / Slide Standard Scanning	$.60 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced
110 Format	Scanning Resolution @ 4000dpi ~5 Megapixels	$.35 / Slide Standard Scanning	$.60 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced
Stereo Format	Scanning Resolution @ 4000dpi ~12 Megapixels	$.75 / Slide Standard Scanning	$1.00 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced
127 Format	Scanning Resolution @ 2500dpi ~18 Megapixels	$.75 / Slide Standard Scanning	$1.00 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced
Medium Format	Scanning Resolution @ 2500dpi ~22 Megapixels	$1.25 / Slide Standard Scanning	$1.50 / Slide Photoshop Enhanced

Slide Scanning FAQ

Why should I consider having you scan my slides instead doing it on my own?
There are consumer grade scanners for you to do your own scanning, but you should consider the cost of equipment vs. quality output. Also, don't underestimate the amount of time involved to do it yourself. It is likely to be more cost effective to have the work done professionally for the best quality and least frustration.

What type of scanning equipment do you use for scanning slides?
Nikon Coolscan 9000 dedicated film scanners, highly regarded for producing excellent quality scans.

I have a large collection of slides I would like to have digitized. Where should I start?
One option is to have your slides all scanned and then organize them digitally by creating subject folders to drag and drop images into. If your slides are already organized, you may provide them in groupings with a title name for each group. When they are scanned, a titled folder will be created and all images will be scanned into that folder on the disc. If you have a large collection, often times it works well to have them scanned in batches to help break down your overall project.

What image editing software do you use for post scan enhancements?
Adobe Photoshop CS5. Post scan editing includes cropping for clean edges, color & exposure correction, red eye removal, and digital correction of spots or scratches. The original, unedited scans are also included in processing to preserve original image integrity for true archival purposes.

How will you organize the digital files on the disc?
The image files on the disc will be organized in the way you provide the originals. Image directories are customized with titles of subject groupings. If your photos aren't organized now, you may find it easier to organize them digitally after scanning than physically before scanning. The choice is up to you.

Can I view the images you put on CD / DVD on my TV?
In order to view pictures on TV with a DVD, the images must be made into a DVD Slideshow Video format which plays the same way a DVD movie works. With this option, background music can be added and you can navigate to pause on an image or go forward and back. The cost for this option is $.25 per image. (Note: Some DVD player models are compatible with reading jpeg images on a data CD - this is the most basic way to view images on a TV. There is no extra cost to provide a CD with TV resolution jpeg images)

What is the difference between a CD and a DVD?
Both a CD and a DVD can be used for data storage with the only difference being the storage size of the disc. A CD will hold up to 650MB of data, while a DVD holds 4.37GB. In order to access the images from a data DVD on a computer, you will need to have a DVD-Rom drive in your computer.

Can I make prints from the images you give me on CD or DVD?
Yes you can, either from home or your preferred printing service.

How many images will fit on a CD or DVD?
This varies depending on the film format and scanning resolution. As a general rule, around 200-400 images will fit on a CD and 1000-2000 will fit on a DVD.

Do I need to remove slides from carousels or magazines?
It's up to you, but you do not need to. There is no additional charge to remove and replace slides from carousels or magazines.

Do I need to count the exact number of slides before sending them to you?
No, there is no need to do so. Prepayment for scanning is not required. The number of images and your invoice will be totalled once all work is completed.

Do I get my slides back?
Yes, and in the same groupings you provided them in.