Scanner · Dedicated film scanner
Pacific Image PrimeFilm XA
Discontinued35mm
High-resolution 35mm scanning
- Type
- Dedicated
- Formats
- 35mm
- Optical DPI
- 10,000
- Dmax
- 4.2
Density range
Best for
- High-resolution 35mm scanning
- Infrared dust removal
- Alternative to Plustek 8300i
- Value for money at this level
Limitations
- 35mm only
- Mounted slides scanned one at a time
- Less widespread community support than Plustek
- Native software dated
Software support
| Native Software | Supported (CyberView X) |
| VueScan | Supported |
| SilverFast | Supported |
| Negative Lab Pro | Not supported |
Automatic roll and strip feeding (up to 40 frames) with MagicTouch infrared dust removal. SilverFast available as paid upgrade. Replaced by the XA Plus.
Scan time
2-4 minutes per frame with IR
Buying guide
Automatic-feed 35mm scanner from Pacific Image, now replaced by the XA Plus. Feeds strips of three or more frames and uncut rolls (up to 40 frames). Check the feed mechanism and IR channel work correctly. VueScan or SilverFast recommended over native CyberView software.
Pricing
- New
- ~£400
- Used (typical)
- £200 - £320
Prices as of 2026-04. UK market, may vary.