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31 October 2014

Epson showed off its new Perfection V800 and V850 Pro scanners at Photo Plus Expo. The latest professional flatbed scanners from Epson, previously unveiled in Europe, are designed "for film and photo archiving and reproductions."

New Perfection Series. The V800 (left) and V850 Pro.

For some time now, the Epson V750, which was introduced in February 2006, has held the title as Best All-Around Scanner title on our Recommended Products page. The new units replace the V7700/V750's white cold cathode fluorescent lamp with LED illumination and reduced power consumption. The LED light source does not require the warmup period that the fluorescent lamp does and should last longer, too.

Otherwise the design remains unchanged.

"Epson has incorporated everything it has learned on how to scan the perfect image into these scanners," said Mark Pickard, Epson senior product manager for scanners. "The result is an advanced level of quality and performance for photographers and graphic designers to digitize portfolios and create unparalleled photo reproductions and other film applications easily and affordably in-house."

The V850 Pro adds High Pass Optics with anti-reflection optical coatings and a high-reflection mirror to improve image quality and performance while delivering up to 33 percent faster scans. The Pro model is also equipped with two sets of film holders, allowing users to prepare for the next scan while the first batch is scanning.

Film Holders. The V850 includes two sets so you can keep yourself busy loading holders while the unit scans.

Both models include film holders for up to 12 mounted slides, three filmstrips, one 4x5 and a strip of 120 film.

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for both scanners follow, with the differences between them noted in the text:

V800/V850 SPECIFICATIONS
Photoelectric Device Alternative 6 lines color Epson MatrixCCD
Optical Resolution 4800 dpi and 6400 dpi with dual lenses
Hardware Resolution 4800 x 9600 dpi and 6400 x 9600 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology
Maximum Resolution 12,800 x 12,800 dpi
Bit Depth 48-bits per pixel internal/external for color;
16-bits per pixel internal/external grayscale
Optical Density 4.0 Dmax
Maximum Scan Area 8.5 x 11.7 inches
Light Source ReadyScan LED technology
V850 High Pass Optic Anti-reflective optical coatings
High-reflection mirror
Scanning Speed High-speed mode: 4800 dpi
V800: Full Color/Monochrome: 12.3 msec/line
V850: Full Color/Monochrome: 10.8 msec/line
Scanner Interface Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Power Consumption Operation: 23 W
Standby Mode: 12 W
Sleep Mode: < 1.5 W
Power Off: 0.3 W
Dimensions 19.8 x 12.1 x 6 WxDxH
Weight 14.6 lb

PRICE, AVAILABILITY

Epson said the $739 V800 and $949 V850 Pro will be available in November at a range of photography equipment suppliers and online at http://www.epson.com. Both scanners come with a one-year limited warranty.

For more information see the news release below.

Epson Expands Professional Photo Scanner Lineup with New Epson Perfection V800 Photo and V850 Pro

New Perfection V800 Series Sets Industry Standards for Pro-Level Scanning Quality, Speed and Control

NEW YORK -- Epson America has introduced two new photo scanners, the Epson Perfection V800 Photo and Epson Perfection V850 Pro. Building on the success of its award-winning scanner line, the V800 Photo and V850 Pro are advanced scanning solutions that consistently deliver precise color and detail for film and photo archiving and reproductions. Featuring 4800x6400 dpi optical resolution1 with a 4.0 Dmax optical density and Epson's exclusive Dual Lens scanning system, both models are powerful performers for advanced amateur and professional photographers.

"Epson has incorporated everything it has learned on how to scan the perfect image into these scanners," said Mark Pickard, senior product manager, scanners, Epson America, Inc. "The result is an advanced level of quality and performance for photographers and graphic designers to digitize portfolios and create unparalleled photo reproductions and other film applications easily and affordably in-house."

The Perfection V800 Photo and V850 Pro deliver unsurpassed quality, speed and productivity across a range of positive and negative film formats -- from 35mm slides and film strips to medium format 6x20 cm and 4x5". Featuring the energy efficient ReadyScan LED light source, the scanners use 23 percent less power and offer faster scans with no warm-up time required. In addition, newly designed film holders feature sturdier frames for more consistent scans, three height adjustment levels for greater control and include an anti-Newton ring plate for improved scan quality. For increased productivity and to minimize retouching costs, both scanners feature Digital ICE technology to automatically remove defects such as dust, scratches and creases from films, slides and photos.

The flagship Perfection V850 Pro adds High Pass Optics with anti-reflection optical coatings and a high-reflection mirror to improve image quality and performance while delivering up to 33 percent faster scans. The Pro model is also equipped with two sets of film holders, allowing users to prepare for the next scan while the first batch is scanning.

Additional V800 Photo and V850 Pro features include:

  • High Optical Density (4.0 DMax): Smooth gradations and fine shadow detail offer remarkable tonal range and highly accurate tone reproduction.
  • Exclusive Dual Lens System: Optimize each scan with this system, which automatically selects from two lenses for the desired scan resolution. The High Resolution Mode is used to achieve 4800 dpi (reflective 8.5" x 11," transparency 8" x10") and Super Resolution Lens Mode is used for 6400 dpi (film scanning).
  • Advanced Film Scanning: Quickly scan slide-packs and negative strips into printable contact sheets with the 8" x10" transparency adapter.
  • Robust Software Bundle:
    • Epson Scan with Easy Photo Fix restores faded color photos back to their original brilliance.
    • LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE Version 8 (V800 Photo) and SE Plus Version 8 (V850 Pro) controls highlights and shadows, gradations, selective and global color sharpening and de-screening.
    • X-Rite i1 Profiler (V850 Pro only) creates custom profiles with included transparent and reflective IT8 targets.
    • Epson Copy Utility copies documents and photos with ease.
  • Fluid Mount Accessory: Optional add-on accessory ($59 MSRP) to hide scratches and reduce grain from black-and-white negatives.

Pricing and Availability

The Epson Perfection V800 Photo (MSRP $739) and Epson Perfection V850 Pro (MSRP $949) will be available in November at a range of photography equipment suppliers and online at http://www.epson.com. Both scanners come with Epson's top-of-the-line service and support, including a one-year limited warranty.


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