35mm Film Scanner

peter.d · 03-07-2020, 02:45 AM

Not sure if this is the right place to ask this question. If not please, do let me know.

What do you think about cheap negative digitizers like these?
https://www.lidl-service.com/static/315294192/281543_DE.pdf

They are currently on offer in my local lidl store for 25 EUR.

I know, these are not really scanners but a webcams. However, can they be used as a quick and dirty way to get some decent previews from B&W negatives. Is it a complete waste of time and money? Just wondering if someone has any practical experience.

tuco · 03-07-2020, 01:34 PM

Originally posted by peter.d

They are currently on offer in my local lidl store for 25 EUR.

I can spend more money on craft beer and have nothing to show for it in the end. For that price why not if you can afford it.

y0chang · 03-09-2020, 11:00 AM

I personally use my phone, a negative viewing app, and a lightbox to quickly look at negatives like a contact print. That does have the advantage of directly copying to your computer. Interesting that LIDL has one.

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03-07-2020, 02:45 AM	#16
peter.d New Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Posts: 16	Not sure if this is the right place to ask this question. If not please, do let me know. What do you think about cheap negative digitizers like these? https://www.lidl-service.com/static/315294192/281543_DE.pdf They are currently on offer in my local lidl store for 25 EUR. I know, these are not really scanners but a webcams. However, can they be used as a quick and dirty way to get some decent previews from B&W negatives. Is it a complete waste of time and money? Just wondering if someone has any practical experience.

03-07-2020, 01:34 PM	#17
tuco Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pugetopolis Posts: 11,026	Originally posted by peter.d They are currently on offer in my local lidl store for 25 EUR. I can spend more money on craft beer and have nothing to show for it in the end. For that price why not if you can afford it.

03-09-2020, 11:00 AM	#18
y0chang Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: United States Posts: 793 Original Poster	I personally use my phone, a negative viewing app, and a lightbox to quickly look at negatives like a contact print. That does have the advantage of directly copying to your computer. Interesting that LIDL has one.