I have tons of photos I want to digitally convert onto my computer.I'm using my hp printer's scanner, however it takes forever. Is this any faster?
1969250
Scanning speed (beyond that built into the scanner itself) is also dependent upon your computer's CPU's data processing speed, hard drive speed and available free space for processing and storing information, and the amount of installed RAM. Other factors include your computer's operating system version, and how many other applications and files you have open at the time.
1969251
Yes, the Epson scanner gets 4 essentially at the same time. It still takes a long time to do a big batch, but is much faster than the HP printer/scanner. We have both.
1969252
Yes it is a bit faster and it passes the scanned image to the computer/storage more efficiently which makes the end to end process time shorter. Finally, you have many more software options to manage the image. In TIF mode the archived image quality is better if you are looking for the ability to be creative at a later date.
1969253
I used a HP scanner before and was not happy. This scanner works very quickly. The quality of the scans are excellent. I hope this helps. I just finished scanning over 30 yrs. worth of pictures.
1969254
Like a dream! I was using my canon scanner/printer also, then I got this. So much faster and better results.
1969255
I have no way to compare them, but the Epson is plenty fast for my very casual light use.
2042159
no, you cannot scan images for this software. You need a digitalizing software and from what I have found out, several thousand dollars for it :(
1925927
Depends on the resolution you set your scanner to scan the photo with. Higher resolution, more time. I've never timed it to the second, but it is a short time. Best to scan a preview, then adjust the area you want scanned before you scan to save. This is my third flatbed scanner, and this one is a delight to use, and the results are perfect quality. I'd buy again in a heartbeat!
1236610
It scans fairly quickly but I'm not sure how to put that into context. I don't ever find myself waiting on it like I did with my old scanners. I'd say it takes 2~3 seconds for a full page but I haven't actually timed it - may be faster than that. You can print double sided automatically [duplex printing is supported].
370566
Black & White, Greyscale or Color? B&W from what I remember about that maybe a little less. Color at 400dpi somewhat longer. It's a good scanner but not the fastest on the market - especially now - but it doesn't cost an arm and a leg either. I used to scan manuals with it and structured workflow so I was doing something else as it was scanning - worked pretty well that way.
1162299
What sucks is that the HP software makes scanning super easy for the PC but on a Mac you have to go through preview or image capture, etc. and it takes longer... more tedious. Personally I wish they would update the software so scanning works with Mac as well. But other than that, I love the printer!
1057354
You can't (unless the things you want to scan all fit on the scanner at once). HP might have a document loadder that you could buy as an add on.
1204693
I returned this because the poor quality of transfers from slides and prints. You can do better with a scanner, but it takes longer. For photos, I got better results by taking a picture with my camera. To get a great converter you'll have to spend $600.
95887
I did not purchase this exact item because I think this is an updated version of the one I originally purchased. I returned it. It was extremely difficult to work with in scanning slides, very slow and the color resolution was awful. I eventually purchased a Canon CanoScan 8800F flatbed scanner from Amazon (probably five years ago) and love it! I scanned almost 15,000 slides and it is still going strong. Easy to work with, great for scanning slides, negatives, photos or documents. I have Windows XP and it is compatible. Remember, I purchased it years ago so I am sure there is an updated version of the one I have. I cannot say enough good about it. Not to mention customer service for Canon products is located in the U.S. I have contacted them twice and always received knowledgeable, understandable and quick resolution to my questions. I think I paid right at $200 for the Canon, but it would be worth it at twice the price. I would strongly encourage you to NOT purchase the Pacific Image unit.
1302712
I never timed anything I scanned. Nothing, documents or photos took more than 20 sec. Hope that helps.
2243867
I am retired and love photography. I found myself with thousands and thousands of photos, slides and negatives that I needed to convert to digital. I bought two different machines the "Pandigital Photolink" for the photographs, I love this machine. I bought another slide and negative to digital picture converter, with this last one, I am converting hundreds of mounted slides and negatives to digital. If you google "SLIDE AND NEGATIVE TO DIGITAL PICTURE CONVERTER" you will find many types and styles from $55.00 to $150.00 or more. They work great!!!! Amazon.com have many of these. I hope my answer can help you. Two machines is the best deal. one for photos, the other one for slides and negatives.
610431
It takes about 10 seconds. I was surprised how good the scan is. In some instances I have enhanced the photo with Photoshop Elements.
2230392
I do not understand the question, but the (driver) software that includes the scanner works great. I have worked with photographs, text and documents and it has gone well. I use it for the house.
434687
It works well if you have a steady hand and drag it slowly and squarely. If you want to copy photos in the best way, I would recommend the Brother DS-620. Fantastic on photos.
1340454
What did you end up getting? You sound like you might be a novice like myself. I am simply looking to scan in/preserve family photos. I want the best results but not too complicated for the non-pro to use. I also have a macbook pro.
637551
You can see the image before scanning. I use editing software after scanning the image to my computer to save what I want. I haven't needed a bitmap image but i'm pretty sure you can save your scanned image in bitmap format. I don't have access to my manual or scanner (packed to move), but if no-one answers your question you should be able to find the manual on the HP website. Good scanner for the price.
803278
There is no method to move the images directly from the scanner to your PC. it has to go on the SD card. I actually like using the SD card which means I do not have to be in front of my computer to scan images I can do it in anyany room of the house that has a power outlet.