I can't speak for the differences between the two scanners but one
option may be to scan in RGB and then convert to grayscale in
Photoshop. I've used this technique with the 4870 to make large b/w
prints. For me there are multiple advantages to this workflow, more
control over dynamic range plus control of the tonality (warm to cool).
Just a thought since this would also allow you to take advantage of
digital ICE. With the 4870 you may also want to check out VueScan, a
rather inexpensive professional scanning application that offers
amazing control, and free updates.
Jeff
On Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at 04:41 PM, Louis de Stoutz wrote:
> Since most of you use scanners, may I ask:
>
> between the Nikon 9000ED and the Konica/Minolta Multi Pro, which one
> should I prefer for B&W 120? The Epson 4870 doesn't get quite close
> enough to the grain and an Imacon leaves my wallet too empty. "B&W"
> has to be stressed since ICE doesn't work there and the Nikon excels
> in reproducing dust.
>
> Any thoughts are welcome, thanks,
> Louis
>
Received on Tue Apr 19 22:24:27 2005
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