Between this and a scanning wand, what is better and why?
570877
Sorry Omar, I have no experience with a scanning wand.I do know that this gadget scans very well and very quick ... but as a mouse it not very ergonomic (in other words: I'm not going to be using it as a mouse).As a scanner I abandoned this little guy as well - I'm using a Canon ImageFormula P-215 (which actually works pretty darn good for a tiny scanner!).
570878
I have not used a scanning wand. The LSM-100 is swiped over the document and depending on the size puts the image together from several scans. Size and portability is very good.
570879
I have never used a wand type scanner so I can`t compare them, I purchased this mouse scanner for my laptop because it is small.Gerald M
570880
I believe the mouse is easier to navigate. It also serves as a mouse so you do not have dual equipment.
570881
My personal opinion, I chose the mouse over the wand. I have 2 wands that I ordered from another source and they are great but for larger items such as a page from the Atlas, the mouse works better. You can scan the entire page and crop it or keep it as is.
570882
I prefer the scanner mouse - it is easier to carry in my briefcase and the image satisfies my company's requirements for receipts. I suppose if I primarily used it two scan book pages I might prefer the wand but the mouse is perfect for my needs.
1046458
The scanning quality is good, depending on your setting. Scanning for "professional printing" is a little vague because you didn't mention size or the type of artwork. I have not been unhappy with any of the functions.
678421
I'm in the same boat. Been researching all morning and have narrowed down to the same 2. Best review I've found is on pcmag... with bottomline given as "If you need a scanner that scans both film and prints, but you are more concerned with the prints, the 8800F is an ideal choice. If your needs are more film-based than print-based, look at the V500 for excellent film scanning."
176877
This particular scanner does not have that kind of ability. The only one that we can think of that does is the VuPoint Magic Wand Portable Scanner with Auto-Feed Dock (prod # PDS-ST450-VP).
1064181
Yes, I recommend it. I've had four different scanners. This is by far the best, light, multiple resolution settings, color or b/w. I love this one.
1565598
You can choose either before scanning. HP even offers an APP to handle the scanning from your PC.
1010915
i have returned this item bec i wasn't impressed with the whole wand scan idea, it wasn't so helpful, however to buy the wand without the dock is a good idea bec dock isn't that helpful, you need to hold the paper all the way throught the scanning .
55875
There are different options available for the quality of scan. (24bit, color, 8bit grey and Black\White) You have options in the software also for home\office\pro mode which allow more granularity to how the image is adjusted (I have used this numerous times to keep a copy of my receipts from stores such as Home Depot that use thermal paper that "disappear" with age\heat. I had numerous HP all-in-ones and hated them all. I love this one. Only problem is that if you set it up on Network and USB, USB wont work if you are VPN'd into a corporate network. It acts like it cant see it, even though there is a USB connection available.
220500
I've had multiple HP all-in-one printers & I can say without a doubt that YES, the ScanSnap scans MUCH faster than any of them! It neatly sits right on top of my HP all-in-one which I still use for printing, but use the ScanSnap for SUPER FAST scanning! Definitely worth it!
1315728
I've been mostly caught up by the phrase "all-in-one with slide/neg scanning", that is exactly what I was looking for the many years! Thanks for the link - but there is very expensive slide-scanner talk mostly.Thanks again!
944608
I used it for many 35mm color slides and negatives, and got OK results. If you have a Windows machine you can use the software that accompanies the scanner to get better results.I chose this one because it is also a good flatbed scanner.
1875273
Yes. The dock helps in feeding standard sized documents and getting an even scan, but the wand can be used separately.
636030
I'm sure either one will do a pretty good job for you. Fwiw, I purchased the Epson v500 for the simple reason that it has ICE Technology which does an absolutely amazing job of cleaning all sorts of debris/artifacts/dust et al from both slides and negatives. The hours I've saved not having to hand manipulate each image are numerous to say the least. This was the second time I've had to scan my full slide collection after the first set (over 500) was wiped out by a virus. This time was MUCH easier w/ the V500. Also, the quality of the scan improved a great degree so maybe the virus was a blessing in disguise afterall :-) Btw, I had no problem whatsoever setting it up on my Dell Vista OS. YMMV ... Cheers and good luck !
140088
You can do both if you want. There is a way to separate Fter you have scanned. I just scan those that are part of one document as I find it easier for me. It really is a nice machine.
1064305
Have you used this scanner for a mounted 35mm slide? What is the ease of use and the quality of the scan? I am looking for a scanner to scan many, many slides from my father and need ease of use as well as scan quality.Many thanks,Helen
947223
It is not portable. But I'm sorry I don't have anything to recommend. I would try searching for portable scanner or handheld scanner. For what you're looking for, it will be more like a big wand than a flatbed scanner. Something like this: Vupoint PDS-ST510R-VP Magic Wand Jr. Portable Scanner, Red
2274567
I need an ADF scanner that will be used mainly for business cards scanning. Which one do you recommend? Thanks!