Scanner · Dedicated film scanner
Braun FS120
Discontinued35mm120
Medium format scanning up to 6x12
- Type
- Dedicated
- Formats
- 35mm, 120
- Optical DPI
- 3,200
- Effective DPI
- 3,270
- Dmax
- 3.6
Actual useful resolution
Density range
Best for
- Medium format scanning up to 6x12
- Fast 120 scanning at full nominal resolution
- European alternative to Plustek 120
Limitations
- Lower resolution than Plustek 120
- Holders must be advanced by hand
- Mixed reliability reports
Software support
| Native Software | Supported (SilverFast Ai Studio 8) |
| VueScan | Supported |
| SilverFast | Supported |
| Negative Lab Pro | Not supported |
SilverFast Ai Studio 8 bundled; CyberView included mainly for firmware updates. Manual film holders.
Scan time
1-2 minutes per frame
Buying guide
Uses manual holders for 35mm slides, 35mm strips and 120 up to 6x12. Slightly lower measured resolution than the Plustek 120 but much faster. Check holders are present and illumination is even. Discontinued since 2021 with no successor.
Pricing
- New
- ~£1600
- Used (typical)
- £800 - £1200
Prices as of 2025-01. UK market, may vary.