Scanner · Dedicated film scanner
Plustek OpticFilm 8300i SE/Ai
In production35mm
Current production 35mm dedicated scanner
- Type
- Dedicated
- Formats
- 35mm
- Optical DPI
- 7,200
- Dmax
- 3.9
Density range
Best for
- Current production 35mm dedicated scanner
- Infrared dust removal
- Warranty and support
Limitations
- 35mm only
- Single frame at a time
- Premium price over 8200i
- Marginal improvement over 8200i for most uses
Software support
| Native Software | Supported (SilverFast SE Plus (SE) / SilverFast Ai Studio (Ai)) |
| VueScan | Supported |
| SilverFast | Supported |
| Negative Lab Pro | Not supported |
Same 7200 dpi nominal as the 8200i, with redesigned optics and faster scanning. iSRD infrared dust removal. SE includes SilverFast SE Plus 9; Ai includes SilverFast Ai Studio 9.
Scan time
3-4 minutes per frame with IR
Buying guide
Latest model if you want new with warranty. Modest improvement over 8200i - consider used 8200i for value. SE vs Ai version difference is software bundle. Test before committing - film scanning may not suit your workflow.
Pricing
- New
- ~£500
- Used (typical)
- £300 - £400
Prices as of 2025-01. UK market, may vary.