Offering superior image quality and performance, the Epson Perfection 4180 Photo delivers a remarkable value. True 4800 x 9600 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology ensures... more
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A review by lesleyanne18 on Epson Perfection 4180 Photo August 17th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Speed
Very fast
Colour sensitivity
Excellent
Resolution
Excellent
Ease of Installation
Good - quick to install
Value For Money
Excellent
Advantages:
very high quality
Disadvantages:
bit big
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
this scanner is an amazing scanner - works perfect for photographers as it can scan films and photos and bring them up on screen with a great high quality - it uses a 4800 dpi resolution and has a very large build in film adapter.
it can deal with multiple film formats and also includes photo restoration tools.
if you are an amateur photographer then this is the best scanner out there for you - i have seen how they scan and have seen how well it scans photos and i have found it to be very good quality - i have attached a photo in which has been scaneed using this scanner and you can see the quality of the photo. - there is no blurs or scratches - its just perfect.
With this technology you can edit anything you scan - you can make photo enlargements of your favourite images, archive your old films and photos or even add new life to faded memories, this scanner is the complete solution to meet all your needs
i purchased this scanner for £145 - i only paid this much for a scanner as i felt it was worth the money.
Below is a list of the key features of the EPSON PERFECTION 4180 PHOTO
Superb quality scanner for amateur photographers and photo enthusiasts Class leading 4800 x 9600dpi resolution Built-in film adapter supports 35mm and Medium Format film Digitally archive your film to protect from damage and fading Epson Color Restoration restores faded photos and film Epson Dust Removal eliminates dust from film scans Amazing tonal detail from 3.4DMax optical density Fast scanning with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface Simplified scanning with improved Epson Smart Panel Sleek, compact design enhances any desktop Optional Auto Document Feeder
Below is the specification of the EPSON PERFECTION 4180 PHOTO
BASIC Scanner Type: Flatbed colour image scanner Optical Resolution: Main 4800dpi x Sub 9600dpi Optical Density: 3.4DMax Document Size: 216 x 297mm (A4, US Letter), 35mm x 12 frames, 35mm slides x 4 frames, 6 x 12cm (120/220) medium format film x 1 frame
Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (Type B receptacle connector x 1)
CONFIGURATION Photoelectric Device: Alternate 6 lines colour MatrixCCD™ with Micro Lens 122,400 pixels (20400 x 2 Line x 3 colours) Light Source: White cold cathode fluorescent lamp Sub-scanning Method: Fixed document and moving carriage PERFORMANCE Output Resolution: 50 - 6400, 9600, 12800dpi Colours: 48 bit In, 48 bit Out SCAN SPEEDS (24-bit) DOCUMENTS & PHOTOS Full Scanbed Preview: 7 secs 10 x 15cm 300dpi: 9 secs 10 x 15cm 1200dpi: 65 secs 8" x 10" 300dpi: 17.6 secs 8" x 10" 1200dpi: 245 secs A4 300dpi: 18 secs SCAN SPEEDS (24-bit) FILMS & TRANSPARENCIES 35mm Positive 600dpi: 34 secs 35mm Negative 600dpi: 35 secs 35mm Positive 4800dpi: 108 secs 35mm Negative 4800dpi: 186 secs Medium Format Positive 600dpi: 36 secs Medium Format Negative 600dpi: 38 secs Medium Format Positive 4800dpi: 559 secs Medium Format Negative 4800dpi: 615 secs FUNCTIONS Image Quality Enhancer: Grain Reduction, Color Restoration, Dust Removal, PRINT Image Matching™ II, Optimized Auto Exposure, Unsharp Mask with Noise Reduction, De-Screening with Document Type Optimizer, Tone Curve Adjustment with Histogram Easy Scanning: 4 Push Buttons, Standalone Application and Scan to File Feature, Multi Level User Interface, Multi Document Auto Detection, Multi Document Auto Cropping, Auto Skew Correction, Multi Marquee, Batch Scanning, Thumbnail Preview SUPPORTED PLATFORMS USB1.1: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE / Me / 2000 Professional / XP Home Edition / XP Professional (Pre-installed model or upgrade of Microsoft® Windows® 98 / Me / 2000 Professional pre-installed model) Mac OS® 9.1 or later, Mac OS X® 10.2 or later USB2.0: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition / XP Professional / 2000 Professional (Pre-installed model or upgrade of Microsoft® Windows® 98 / Me / 2000 Professional pre-installed model) Mac OS X® 10.2.7 or later *USB 2.0 Host Driver by Microsoft® is required. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Temperature: 5ºC to 35ºC (Operating) Humidity: 10% to 80% without condensation (Operating) ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Voltage: 220 - 240V 50 - 60Hz Power Consumption: 25W (Operation), 19.5W (Standby Mode), 4.5W (Sleep Mode) GENERAL Dimensions (w x d x h): 276 x 458 x 117mm WEIGHT Approx. 3.9kg WARRANTY 1 Year Replacement or Repair Optional Extension to 3 Years
setting up the scanner was easy enough - i had all the instructions and i found them very easy to understand.
hope i could of been any help to anyone interested in the scanner - i would highely recomend it to any one especially photographers.
Control Panel Buttons Functions: Copy, start, save document, Scan-to-Email
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Manufacturer's product description
Offering superior image quality and performance, the Epson Perfection 4180 Photo delivers a remarkable value. True 4800 x 9600 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology ensures precision clarity and color. And, with powerful one-touch color restoration and dust removal capabilities, anyone can easily restore faded color photos, slides and negatives. The convenient built-in transparency unit enables users to scan multiple 35mm negatives, slides, or medium format transparencies. The Epson Perfection 4180 Photo offers fully automatic scanning for increased productivity, plus two advanced scanning modes for greater control. With all that, plus a full-featured photo software solution, including Adobe PhotoShop Elements 2.0, this powerful performer makes it easy to achieve high-quality scans from virtually any original, for stunning color reprints and enlargements. And, with Hi-Speed USB 2.0, the Epson Perfection 4180 Photo speeds through every scan, so as not to delay one's creativity. Compatible with both Windows and Macintosh systems, this scanner provides an unbeatable solution for any task or project. When partnered with an Epson Stylus ink jet printer, the Epson Perfection 4180 Photo offers the perfect choice for creating brilliant images that last.
