Dedicated Film Scanner35mm
Pacific Image PrimeFilm XAs
High-resolution 35mm scanning
Optical DPI
10,000
Effective DPI
4,500
Actual useful resolution
Dmax
3.8
Density range
Formats
1
35mm
Best For
- High-resolution 35mm scanning
- Budget alternative to Plustek
- Users wanting IR dust removal at lower cost
Limitations
- Less refined build quality than Plustek
- Native software is dated
- Less well-known, fewer community resources
- 35mm only
Software Support
Native Software(CyberView X)
VueScan
SilverFast
Negative Lab Pro
Native software is basic but functional. SilverFast available as paid upgrade. VueScan works well.
Scan Time
2-3 minutes per frame
Buying Guide
Test both regular and IR scanning modes. Check film transport mechanism. Verify software installation works with your OS. Less common in used market than Plustek - be patient finding one.
Pricing
New~£350
Used (typical)£150 - £250
Prices as of 2025-12. UK market, may vary.
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