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Epson Perfection 4490 Photo Scanner
Studio : Epson
by Epson
Brand : Epson
Model : B11B176011
Platform : Mac, Windows
CPU Speed : 1 GHz
Display Size : 669.2913385827
HardDisk Size : 1 GB
Publisher : Epson
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
Color : silver
EAN : 0010343854093
UPC : 010343855083
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 151 reviews)
List Price : $149.99
Our Price : Too low to display
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Professional level 4800 x 9600 resolution
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3.4 Dmax for wide dynamic range and greater image quality
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Powerful Epson Easy Photo Fix to restore faded color photos
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Built-in transparency unit with dedicated light source for better scan uniformity
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Versatile scanning with film holders for 35mm negatives, slides and 2 1/4 " transparencies
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Product Description |
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Perfection 4490 Photo Scanner |
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Jas-store.com |
Quality. Performance. Precision.
A premium value for professional quality scans, the Epson Perfection 4490 Photo delivers extraordinary results with 4800 x 9600 dpi resolution and an impressive 3.4 Dmax. This full-featured performer makes it easy for anyone to quickly restore, repair and renew classic photos, film and transparencies for stunning color reprints and enlargements. Powerful Digital ICE technology offers built-in dust and scratch removal capabilities for film, while Epson Easy Photo Fix provides one-touch color restoration. Together, these two features bring new life to faded or damaged originals. The Epson Perfection 4490 Photo offers fully automatic scanning for increased productivity, plus two advanced scanning modes for greater control. Convenient film holders accommodate multiple 35mm slides and negatives, plus medium format film. And, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ensures fast data transfer. There's even a fully featured software package that includes Adobe Photoshop Elements, ABBYY FineReader Sprint, and more. Compatible with both Microsoft Windows and Macintosh operating systems, this scanner provides an unbeatable solution for any task or project. Rich in quality and versatility, the Epson Perfection 4490 Photo will highlight and optimize every detail. When partnered with an Epson Stylus ink jet printer, it's a perfect choice for creating brilliant images made to last. Features include: - Professional level 4800 x 9600 dpi resolution
- 3.4 Dmax for wide dynamic range and greater image quality
- Powerful Epson Easy Photo Fixâ„¢ to restore faded color photos
- Built-in transparency unit with dedicated light source for better scan uniformity
- Versatile scanning with film holders for 35mm negatives, slides and 2-1/4" transparencies
- Powerful software package for photo and document scanning; includes Adobe Photoshop Elements
What's in the box
Epson Perfection 4490 Photo Scanner, 2.7" x 9.3" Transparency unit (built into lid), Two Film Holders: 35mm slides and film strips and medium format, CD-ROM with Epson Scan software, productivity software and Electronic Reference Guide, CD-ROM with Adobe Photoshop Elements, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable, Epson Setup Sheet, AC adapter and power cable |
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upgraded from epson 4180 to 4990 |
We have had an Epson scanner since 2006, recently it just didn't perform like it should, so we bought the equivalent Epson 4990. The scanner is great, but the software that came with it is much to be desired.
It has Presto bizcard which we cannot use on ANY of our computers. We have a Windows 7 PC and 3 Mac's(bizcard only works with windows, only not 7). Also it came with Adobe Photoshop Elements 2, which there is a current version 8.
This is truly an insult. Just beware if you just want to use the scanner it's a great tool, otherwise the software is antiquated. |
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Perfection realized-4490 Photo |
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It took less then 10 minutes to get set up with Windows Vista and test this out. My number one reason for buying was for the 35 MM slide archive I have and want to convert my favorites to digital images. I had heard stories about scanners trying to capture the 35MM slide image and my dad who is a photo buff had an HP sometime back and got so dissatisfied he went to an outfit to get slides converted for more then I paid for the EPSON. The result, it blew away all expectations. I was able to digitize easily at 8Meg and pop it onto my plasma 50" screen with amazing results of the Virgin Islands taken 25 years ago. (I actually had to throttle back from 1200 DPI because it produced an 18Meg file.) Colors were rich and detail was crisp. I haven't had a chance to test it with old photos yet but for converting the slides it was worth every dime and more. |
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Outstanding! |
This scanner is outstanding! Quiet operation, incredible quality! I've been scanning negatives that have been lying around for over 20 years. They are scratched and dusty and I really didn't think they would come out well. I was very surprised! The end quality of the scanned negatives is incredible. It is slow - about 15 min for 2 strips of 4 35mm negatives. I would much rather have quality than speed - and this scanner delivers!
It's very easy to use as long as you read the directions. I like the software program - lots of places to make adjustments to customize the results to exactly what you want.
The only complaint I have is that there is no place on the negative strip adapter to accomodate the old 110 narrow negative strips. I will figure a way around that though.
This scanner is well worth the money!! |
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Disappointed With This Scanner |
Pros: Decent document scanning in color or b&w. Glass hasn't fallen into the scanner.
Cons: Poor quality construction. I also get the screeching during scanning as reported by others. Recently it has started making a ratcheting sound as if the belt is slipping on the gears & doesn't scan. A quick "dope slap" frees it and it will then scan.
The software leaves a lot to be desired and is clunky to work with.
I have had a scanner for nearly 20 years, and past (Visioneer) scanners have operated flawlessly. They only got replaced as technology improved or when driver support vanished on an OS upgrade. This one replaced a non-photo scanner as I was planning to scan those old negatives I have laying around. This has only had a little over 3 yrs. of fairly light use and it is trash. I could live with the lousy software, but the poor construction makes it unusable. I expected better quality from Epson, especially in light of its then-$200+ price tag. I am now searching for new scanner...and it won't be an Epson.
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Excellent for film users! |
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After scanning through reviews for the right scanner for me, I finally purchased the Epson Perfection 4490 Photo about six months ago. I use it frequently to scan both 35mm format and medium format. I absolutely love the quality it gives. I scan usually at 1200 dpi in professional mode which takes a bit of extra time but it does not feel unbearably slow. It took me some time to get used to, but once you get the hang of it, scanning is a breeze and even enjoyable. Digital Ice Technology is amazing when your film has scratches or dust from the lens on it. Also, I love the post-processing capability for simple things like contrast, hue, and brightness which saves me steps in Photoshop. This scanner is great for those who would like to experiment in film. Sometimes I will get film developed only for cheap at a local drugstore and then just scan them in, saving me money on having to buy a cd or prints each time. |
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