skipnord Loc: Corcoran, Minnesota

I'm considering purchasing an Epson Perfection V600 scanner to scan my analog photos, color negatives and slides. I use an iMac 21. I would like to hear from any members that have specific experience with this scanner. Thanks in advance

DWU2 Loc: Phoenix Arizona area

I've had that scanner for several years. It fits my needs perfectly. Recommended.

jdubu Loc: San Jose, CA

I upgraded to this scanner a few years ago and am completely happy with the performance and software.

skipnord Loc: Corcoran, Minnesota

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skipnord Loc: Corcoran, Minnesota

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Largobob

I use this scanner with a MacBook computer. All works perfectly. Highly recommended, unless your negs are bigger than medium format.

Maik723

Highly endorsed. I restore old and damaged photos. Made a lot of money off of this scanner.

Peter W Loc: Kent, England

Scanner is excellent but I now have an iMac running Mojave. Apparently this is a 64 bit system and the Epson software is 32 bit. Epson have no drivers for Mojave so I just hope it continues working until Epson get a driver developed.

CPR Loc: Nature Coast of Florida

Epson scanners are very good, even the scanner in the All-In-One does a good job on photos.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

Epson will have 64-bit drivers before the NEXT version of MacOS is released, according to their website. It is the next version of MacOS (10.15) that will break all 32-bit applications. Trust me, breaking the old code is a GOOD thing for most of us. 64-bit systems run much more efficiently.

When you attempt to install 32-bit Epson software on Mojave, you do get a dialog box (nastygram) reminding you that the software "is not optimized" for your Mac. The message goes on, urging you to nag the software developer to build a 64-bit version. BUT, the software installs and works just fine on Mojave.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

It's excellent, and it just keeps going and going. I have two on different computers. Using the Professional setting for the software opens up lots of possibilities.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

I have used that setup.

The first key to success is to use a hardware and software kit from X-Rite or Datacolor to calibrate and custom profile your iMac monitor. (I use a Datacolor Spyder5Pro monthly, or sooner if I have a big batch of images to edit).

The second key is to read ALL the scanner documentation, especially anything you can find about using the scanner driver. The Epson scanner driver typically has two modes, Office and Professional. Use the Professional mode for photographic scans! Be sure you learn the meanings and use cases for all of the tools in the driver, because that's where you find all the quality and precision of the scanner.

Clean film first. Use a Giotto Rocket Blower Bulb, Dust-Off Canned Air, Staticmaster 1" Brush, Ilford Antistaticum cloths, and Photosol PEC-12 fluid, as needed, in order from safest to most effective.

Clean the scanner glass, but don't get any fluid underneath the edges! Just barely moisten a cleaning cloth with 91% Isopropyl alcohol and rub very gently. Allow it to dry.

Use the film holders that come with the scanner. Keep the film flat!

Scan for the largest print size you think you will make. Be aware that each time you double resolution, you quadruple scan time. If you scan 6400 dpi at 100%, your file will be capable of a 20x30. 3200 dpi at 100% will make a 10x15. (There is enough of a fudge factor in there to get a 24x36 or 12x18).

Scan to 16-bit TIFF files and edit them in ACR (Adobe Camera Raw) using Bridge, Lightroom CLASSIC CC, or Photoshop CC.) Or use the best 16-bit per color channel editor you have.

The V600 is a very capable scanner for the money. The quality of results is mostly up to you, and your knowledge and experience and finesse and care in using it.

the hiker Loc: San Diego

I have this scanner and I love it.Im in the process of scannening about 2000 slides;neg and prints.It takes a few mins.to do ea.one but they came out great.