A 35mm slide scanned at 48 bits at 6,400 dpi, using color restoration and Digital ICE, took 5 minutes. To ensure image detail and smooth color gradients, the V500 has a maximum optical resolution of 6,400 dpi for film and 4,800 dpi for reflective copy at 48 bits. These features increase scan times but save time back in your imaging application.

Two powerful features are especially impressive: Digital ICE to remove dust and scratches from film and Easy Photo Fix technology to remove dust and magically restore color to faded photographs. The three levels share some common features but the professional level provides the most options for image correction. The interface has three levels of sophistication for the beginner, intermediate, or professional.

It can be used as a standalone desktop application or accessed through third-party imaging applications, such as Photoshop. The Epson scan driver is easy to use and quite good. The lid can also be removed or raised to accommodate scanning 3D objects. When raised, the lid locks in place, freeing your hands to arrange documents.

The glass document bed measures 8.5×11.7″. The film holders are anchored for exact alignment with the lid’s built-in light source. With USB 2 connectivity, the V500 scans both reflective copy and film from 35mm through medium format. This is the first Epson scanner to use the faster LED (light-emitting diode) as its light source, eliminating the conventional warm-up time.

The Epson Perfection V500 Photo scanner does a reassuringly professional job of archiving valuable documents that people cherish and try to save when natural catastrophes hit.

Epson perfection v500 scanner