Scanner · Dedicated film scanner
Plustek OpticFilm 8200i SE/Ai
In production35mm
Serious 35mm scanning
- Type
- Dedicated
- Formats
- 35mm
- Optical DPI
- 7,200
- Effective DPI
- 3,250
Actual useful resolution
Best for
- Serious 35mm scanning
- Dusty or scratched negatives (IR cleaning)
- High-quality archival work
- Colour negative film
Limitations
- 35mm only
- IR dust removal doesn't work on Kodachrome or B&W silver films
- Single frame at a time
- Price premium over 8100 for IR feature
Software support
| Native Software | Supported (SilverFast SE Plus (SE) / SilverFast Ai Studio (Ai)) |
| VueScan | Supported |
| SilverFast | Supported |
| Negative Lab Pro | Not supported |
SE version includes SilverFast SE Plus. Ai version includes full SilverFast Ai Studio with iSRD.
Scan time
3-4 minutes per frame with IR dust removal
Buying guide
Specifically test the infrared channel if buying used - it's the main differentiator. Check film holder condition. SE vs Ai versions have different software bundles - verify which you're getting. Test with scratched film to verify IR cleaning works.
Pricing
- New
- ~£400
- Used (typical)
- £180 - £300
Prices as of 2025-12. UK market, may vary.