the FASTEST way to scan 35mm & 120 film at home (camera scanning) // giveaway!

an introduction to camera scanning your 35mm and 120 film at home, as well as a giveaway where you can win your own limited edition camera scanning setup. winner to be chosen may 1st, on instagram live!
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[@partlydave2]

I scan my 120 film by taking pictures of the negatives with a 35mm point and shoot, develop those images in a prison toilet, then use the cracked camera of a circa 2011 iPhone 4S and the light from my Honda Civic as a backlight to convert the negatives. It's a long process but it works for me.

[@shishka3116]

sounds fun #slowdown

[@Thiss55]

would love to see video abt that. Make a tutorial bro haha

[@bramvandijk8293]

Results?

[@ThirdEyeAngel]

Hahaha

[@henrybarnett]

I find the light from the Honda Civic too bright.

[@orrin-manning]

Tip: use the self timer at 2s for this so you don’t disturb the camera during the shot by pressing the shutter button

[@nightstringers]

just use a remote.

[@mxrius1739]

yess this is what I forgot. Self timer is super useful. also when shooting the night sky

[@davidgraeme-baker2612]

Better even than a remote is ‘tethered’ shooting - camera is linked directly to the computer and the shutter release is on the computer. Not only can you view the intended capture on the computer whilst working but you can also do a quick ‘conversion’ too. I will be using Capture One as the software and a plugin called Analogue Tool Box (free !) You could use other tethering software (e.g. Lightroom Classic) and convert within that software but. dedicated conversion software apparently works better.

[@jamesmeader6539]

Some hints. Use a remote release to avoid jostling the camera during the exposure. Still helps, even with stabilization in the body. Next, fill the frame on the DSLR with the actual image. You don't need a picture of the sprocket holes. Finally, PLEASE handle your negatives more carefully to avoid dust and scratches.

[@linusandhiscamera]

the winner of the camera scanning giveaway has been chosen! look to my community tab on youtube for more info. congrats marcel!

[@insvin8599]

POV: you love your epson scanner and Linus just revealed that you’re not actually his homie

[@KeenKiyoshi]

I felt betrayed too ahaha. I’m planning to purchase an Epson scanner. Any recommendations on which model? I see a lot of 600s & 700s

[@nsrgb3481]

@@KeenKiyoshi v600 has been working great for me

[@Zetaphotography]

Thank you for the video. I have an Epson V500 and a Lomography 120 Carrier. My results improved after getting the Lomography holder. When I shoot a weekend hike I send it to a Lab. But the price is over $100 1, 2 times a mont I want to switch to Camera Captures technique but the cost is prohibited. Now Im getting into 4x5 and Digital Camera capture is the way to go. #theluckyone

[@Thiss55]

@@Zetaphotography have u any experience in the lomography 35mm scanning Mask? I thought the results are the same to the epson holders. I'm going to buy an epson scanner soon too (v550 or v600) and not really sure abt getting a scanning mask.

[@tomfreda7107]

A well done review of DSLR "scanning." I've been scanning 35mm to 6x6/6x7/6x9 with a Nikon Super Coolscan 8000 ED for the last 20 years for my important images, and more recently, an Epson V600 for less important stuff. Quality-wise, no complaints with my workflow - but the time it takes is a whole other matter. So I started using my D850 and AF-Micro Nikkor 60mm to do DSLR copies and am quite impressed. For simplicity, I like the Nikon ES-2 film digitizer. The big plus with this setup is, since the hardware is directly attached to the camera, shutter or even hand movement doesn't affect sharpness. I've also been using the Digitaliza and Essential Film Holder hardware and like them both. Negative Supply's product looks incredible, although the cost seems to put it out of the range of most film shooters. Regarding your results; I notice your lab scans seem to have more shadow detail and are slightly sharper than your DSLR scans. I also see purple chromatic aberration in the DSLR scans. The CA can be removed in seconds in post, and sharpness can be brought to par with the lab scans by using f/5.6 on your lens instead of f/8-11. Your raw files should also permit opening up more shadow detail. Otherwise, an excellent video for newcomers to digitizing film.

[@photodog13]

How does DSLR scanning compare to Coolscan?

[@tomfreda7107]

@@photodog13 The Coolscan scans are sharper, but I find the resolution and ability to process the raw files in DxO Pure Raw a huge advantage. As a result, I tend to leave the scanner for my 120 negs and transparencies (which gives me a 98MP file!), and do 35mm with the 47MP D850 and 60mm Micro-Nikkor.

[@davidblack1170]

I've been scanning 120 negatives and slide film shot with a Horseman 985 for years. Definitely a great idea since going primarily digital and never loosing the touch for film. Just restarted shooting 4x5 with a converted Polaroid Land camera I made myself. Cheers good work Linus.

[@AlanLamb-p4p]

It’s been three years since you made this video and its still relevant. My daughter and I are photographers and looking to digitize our negatives. Appreciate you sharing this information. Peace be with you!

[@Codacolor]

I currently just develop and scan at a lab but I'm not particularly thrilled with the max resolution you can get out of a roll of 120 on a noritsu. Noritsu's allow you to do a high dpi scan of 35mm but no such high resolution option for 120. It seems a bit silly that you can get a 35mm noritsu scan with approximately the same dimensions as a 120 noritsu scan. DSLR scanning looks more and more attractive each time I learn more about it. Thanks for the video!

[@EvonH1972]

I have never scan negative before, i once took one to the shop, after looking at your setup i think it's perfect for me, can't wait to buy one.

[@ahhrealghosts]

Yo, a good tip for lining up the camera with the film and making sure it's leveled correctly is to set a small mirror on top of your LED light and line up the lens with the reflection.

[@Zetaphotography]

So many different size and thickness of mirrors.

[@BERNARDOZDSZALVESZ]

I scan my 35mm and 120 frames with a wood box, buildt just for that. I got one studio flash attached to the wood box to give me the right exposer and light to the film. I got my 105mm macro lens and canon 5d mark ii ready to shoot. I also use my manfrotto tripod and some iron plates to hold the film, they were made for 35mm, 120 and large format. Oh and i edit them with NegativeLabPro and some small changes with cameraw or photoshop. Dude, you're awesome. Keep it that way!

[@ruffprophetproductions]

I love how his head didn’t move while he was scanning the film you see the determination???! We stan a film king

[@erikalvner]

I know this video is fairly old, but if you're after this at a much lower cost, it's possible to make a copy stand out of an old enlarger, a tripod head and a screw to hold them together. For the negative carrier, I use the Lomography DigitalIZA Plus. It's basically the same thing as the Negative Supply holder but made out of plastic and at a fraction of the cost. It does 35mm up to 6x7 and comes with a built in spirit level.

[@tobiyaezhaynes1973]

For the last couple years I've been using an epson v600 flatbed. I have had such an on-off relationship with scanning my own film because of the troubles a flatbed gives, but I didn't know any better. I've tried ANR glass, taping straight to the flatbed, and have always struggled with sharpness and time, which has, like yourself, pushed me away from shooting 35mm. I'd love to step into camera scanning! Great video.

[@govindan]

My brother and I have been shooting film for a year now, putting it in cold storage and making a YT playlist of scanning videos. Film scanners are non-existent on the market or marked up 2x in price when it's available. I rather save my negative and scan it myself rather than giving it to a local lab. From past experience, all I've got back is massive colour shifts, dust and minor scratches on fresh film. This giveaway would be a gift for me. I'll finally be able to see what I have been shooting for a year. Thanks Linus.

[@alecjordan1109]

I have never scanned film at home due to a lot of people’s poor experiences with flatbed scanners, but have really been interested in using my mirrorless camera as an option. This was a great video Linus! Keep up with the awesome work

[@olwethusilo7155]

All these years later and this is still so helpful, thank you! 🙏🏽

[@victormacneil]

I'm currently sending my film to a lab for developing + scanning. Your videos help me cause I'm getting tired of not having full control of the final product & I'm planning on developing (mostly 120mm b&w) film & scanning at home. Love from Switzerland x

[@mithilaudara1987]

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[@IreneYoungFoto]

I am an indie music photographer who has 45 years of negatives to scan for 2 retrospective photo books. I have been using a flatbed scanner, and have, instead, decided to use my Lumix GH5. It is a daunting project, but it must get done. I enjoyed your video. Thanks. All good things.

[@phottomatt4202]

A shutter remote would be quite handy for this, thank for the video.

[@linusandhiscamera]

great advice!

[@LearnREPhotography]

Yep or even using the 2 second delay feature would minimize shake

[@armsinrius]

I have been thinking about having my own YT channel about film photography but more specifically for those who does not have so many budgets like me. But the thing is really about scanning. Living in Germany means the development of films are quite easy, but most of the lab does not provide high Res scanning. If they do, it's very pricey. Currently I have to bear the crappy scan from the lab I choose. I have heard of DSLR scanning for a time but your video helped me a lot. In a way that you explained everything clearly and that's a lot of details we will have a to pay attention. Many thanks mate

[@o_heard]

I used to scan everything with a flatbed, but lately I've just sent all my film to your lab!

[@jamesacton2686]

Great vid! Been trying a variety of scanners and methods in order to digitize probably ~ 100k negatives. Looks like DSLR scanning is the way to go.

[@jessicasmith2398]

Where did you get your copy stand?

[@tortuedesmers1]

I used to scan my negatives with a Plustek 8100. It's so sharp and I get a final result that I like more than in the lab but it takes soooo much time (+- 30min/film). It's true that a camera scanning setup would change my life, and then I could finally have the film borders

[@SeanyMaguire]

I’m in Japan where the film photography industry is still pretty big so they have labs all over and you can even go to the big electronic store to get your film scanned and they come out pretty good most of the time. The only problem is the cost, it can get quite expensive to get rolls scanned and developed most of the time being around $15-20 per roll and most of the time the scans come on a CD unless you pay extra to get them uploaded to the cloud for you to download

[@dutchbachelor]

Huh, they weren't even kidding then when I saw some vids that Japan in some regards is way behind the west. Not only paying for everything with cash or still using fax machines for a lot of things. I mean it's awesome that film is still very much alive there because of that. (Here in the Netherlands it can be a bit tricky to even get ANY normal 35 mm film in a store - online it's still okay-ish - and it seems the biggest department store that offered developing films and used to sell their own 35 mm film - a rebranded Fuji 200 - and was my go-to is about to stop offering that service, others will probably follow suit.) But you'd think that it's cheaper for them to upload the pictures instead of having to burn a CD for that.

[@Jan96CA]

I usually give my films to a really sweat old man, he has a tiny photo shop here in cologne, germany and he's so passionate about his work. I won't stop going to him, but maybe gonna scan with him and the kit and show him what's new in the industry. keep the good content up bud!

[@VerbeekBram]

I have my gf scan my film using the imacon at her school and live in fear that at some point she starts charging lab rates. 😅

[@Klemensie]

don't ever let her go bro

[@231meins8]

I'm giving all my films to the lab which charges way too much man and within 10mins you changed my life !!!!! thank you so much !!!!!

[@camerongalea1619]

I don't currently scan my rolls at all, I just have a collections of rolls that have never even been processed lmaoo

[@chronicconja420]

@@SkaterBrx pretty normal. a lot of the most recognized photographers who shot film did exactly this. distance yourself from your work etc.

[@bbroosk]

i currently use an olympus point & shoot as well as a minolta srt 101. i don’t develop my own film simply because i cannot afford that type of setup but have been looking to try and start my own setup for years!

[@dylanmannarino2760]

Im so upset that i just got a scanner and then i watch this video realizing iv wasted so much time waiting for scans to be ready when i could have just used my camera 😭

[@miracleyacht__1538]

Same

[@Zetaphotography]

This information has been trending for a few years.

[@davidhumphoto5894]

Same. I just bought a scanner 2 weeks ago.

[@Siillky]

Use it for wet mount scanning if you don’t care about time

[@waltermorataya13]

I currently use an epson v600. I tape the negative to the flatbed to scan the whole negative and the border then I use negative lab pro to convert my scans. Its definitely not the fastest way to scan and I don't have much time as it is to scan my own work so I'm very intrigued by this way of scanning. Great video.

[@simie65]

i scan with a flatbed and have lost weeks and weeks of my life to that thing 🥺

[@quinnking8405]

You got way better quality scans though. This guy dosen't know what hes talking about. Scanner runs you like 300$ and this guy lists off 2 thousand bucks worth of gear LOL

[@redcloth6073]

@@quinnking8405 you dont know

[@williamshaughnessy1740]

my mom has been working at a place that does video transfers, scanning, photo restoration, printing, framing, etc for ~30 years. ive scanned a roll of B&W 120 and some color polaroid 600 using the flatbed scanner there.

[@aiax742]

flat bed gang wya???

[@Bee-n8e]

I have to start with my canon scanner print for the Polaroid pictures of my grandmother’s and parents pics the 35mm I might try the scanner too for the negatives and pictures if not damaged plus a dslr too similar to scanning books with two cameras especially for scanning old books or Magazines

[@frederickotto4499]

I started Camera Scanning a few weeks ago since the scanning from the lab was too expensive and now I am looking for a good set-up... so this would fit perfectly

[@slimnics]

I scan colour at Walkens house of film lab here in Melbourne and black and white I scan at home using a sigma dp2m through a loup. The sigma foveon sensor is amazing for black and white ,but through a loup only the centre gets in focus, the camera often falls off the loup and the sigma batteries die after like 10 shots, but I can still get to see the film grain and it's a beautiful thing. Having that setup would be a dream. I don't know why no camera company hasn't made a great 35mm film scanner yet, It would be a good selling product for sure. Thank for the video, Peace from Melbourne.

[@BirthsbyTim]

Flatbed has been what I have used for 120 film out of my Mamiya 645. Thanks for the video , I love seeing a great alternative to scanning,.

[@jantielens]

Currently using a DIY cardboard "carrier" that's put in place with some rubber bands. :) And a tripod from the 80-ies which takes quite some time to set up every time I want to scan ... One thing I learned (because my setup is not super stable) is to use the self timer (pressing the shutter button can make my camera shake) to get better results.

[@TomBryanYeah]

MAN OH MAN! I've been scanning using my DAD's Epsom Flatbed Scanner SLOWWW, but as he lives 3hrs away, and I don't visit too often (lol!), I usually save up all my films to scan in one bulk weekend. BUT you just made me realise - I have the DSLR and macros lens - so just need the other items then I'm all set to do this at home! Not sure how my dad will react now knowing that I no longer need to come and visit him! Thanks for sharing. Really excited to try this new method once I get the full set up like yours :)

[@tiimmyyhh]

literally picking up some custom glass and a bunch of processed negatives tomorrow to DIY myself a DSLR scan-setup. Going to use my phone, two custom cut glass pieces and my DSLR on a tripod. Pumped to see how it goes!

[@pawelkostulak9955]

Nice, looks quick and efficient, I am using currently A v500 flatbed for 120 and Plustek for 35 mm it does take a long time and it is complicated for sure

[@BariFunny]

Currently using an Epson Perfection V600 to scan my old family photos. I originally bought it to scan my own childhood photos, but during the last month I told my grandmother about what I was doing and she gave me her old film that I'm now scanning and converting. It's been amazing to see photos no one else has seen since 1960 and earlier since they've never been printed. It actually made my mom cry seeing her grandmother so young. This set up would be amazing to help me really bring these 60+ year old photos back to life!

[@KinshunWong]

Been using the Epson v600 and had been fiddling with mirrorless scanning with homemade film holder; definitely want to try it with a proper holder !

[@jesusibarra4016]

Just recently got into shooting 35mm on an Olympus infinity s. I went to my friends wedding this weekend and brought along 4 rolls of film that I would love to scan at home. I currently look to labs to develop my scans. It was a Vegas wedding and after losin lotsa money on the slots, I could benefit from saving on developing my photos.

[@ElishaDavid]

I lucked out finding a local listing for a V550 at just $60. If I didn’t score such a deal I probably would’ve stopped shooting film, because cheap scanners convinced me I didn’t know how to expose properly. Turns out a good scanner = good images... now just to cut back on that time with a DSLR set up.

[@davidt7057]

This is a wonderfully made video. Currently, I scan with a Nikon Coolpix. It's a good scanner, but I have over 100,000 negatives from days past -- my stuff and old family images -- and so I only have been scanning when I want a specific image scanned. I would like to scan my entire archive. DSLR or Digital Mirrorless scanning looks wonderful. I hope to start as soon as I can get a copy stand, light source, and film holder.

[@adrenalineonline]

Thank you for this! Currently using a plustek 8200i with Silverfast software with IR dust and scratch correction. Works brilliantly, if slow. With over 15,000 negs and slides to capture it could take a while.

[@ReneeHerzer]

I watched this video two nights ago after I got fed up with my epson scanner mid scanning lol... didn’t even realize it was a brand new video until I came back to watch it today more in depth! Now I’m scanning on a budget version of this set up: tripod leaned against the table, g7x mark iii until my macro extension tubes get delivered, the film carried from my scanner, and a led panel! Glad I came back and watched it again and learned about the give away!

[@oojosheoo]

I use a flatbed and have mix results. Looking into wet mounting and see if the results are worth the extra step. Great video!

[@Adilboukind]

I am scanning with the epson v500 and was considering getting the NS scanning kit. Gaining this kit will help me so much on my career

[@jaredphillis5124]

I currently am having all of my film scanned at the lab when I get it developed but want to start scanning at home because there's just more fun things you can do with your negatives aside from lab

[@BeyondReality2]

My boyfriend and I have tried the pixelatr and the digitsliza have been wanting to know how the digital supply worked and glad to see a familiar face with it!

[@josephmaltinsky549]

I just started shooting film, and I've been looking for the best way to get it scanned. Camera scanning is pretty high on my list right now.

[@markielinhart]

Great idea! How about using 2sec delay on the shutter to avoid any shutter shock✌️

[@weirdmodel]

Thank you so much for this advice, I've just been introduced to DSLR film scanning and I'm so keen to learn. I've been looking at devices for slides and negatives and it's so hard to find a product that does both. Now to find a light box and carrier

[@dominictarantino4603]

right now i'm using negative lab pro with an older canon eox rebel xr, plank of wood that i drilled some floor flange into with plumbing rod and the super clamp to hold the tripod head. stuck using my tracing light pad at the moment until i can afford a better light source. i decided on the pixlatr film carrier but i'm not extremely pleased with the process of using it and have been interested in trying other carriers. thanks for the vid!

[@sidmiller8840]

I’m using my a6000 and a macro lens. I’ve tried a bunch of different scanning options and negative carriers but I’m still finessing my workflow.

[@neopotrebitel]

I really wanted to start shooting with film but the whole send your film to the lab and wait for scans sounded like yet another cost, plus i would have to wait . I had no idea that you could scan film with a dslr! This is really encouraging! I think im finally going to buy a film camera and give it a try

[@ashleythrash]

I just moved to a small town in the middle of Texas and i used to just drop off my film at the lab but now I'll have to ship them to San Antonio or Austin to get them developed! A kit would be so nice to have and would help me get my photos processed much faster than waiting to ship them out and get them shipped back!!

[@KentuckyDarkroom]

I use a Canon M50 and a Canon 100mm macro on a copy stand with the Lomo. May switch on the base as the lomo doesn't lock down as tight as I'd like. Have to hold it when advancing.

[@joshgulden6780]

I'm currently scanning with an epson v600! I have been going back and forth between investing in a macro lens to try out DSLR scanning but I think you may have convinced me!!

[@rogerbruneau4550]

I use a V600 scanner by Epson and I also use a slide copy setup with bellows from Nikon. Both give me good results. I don't mind using the scanner for 120 films as there are usually only twelve shots to work with. I prefer using the slide copy setup for 35mm as it takes too long with the scanner.

[@Quelix93]

At the moment I take simple scans from the lab and scan the most interesting pictures again with my mirrorless and a manual 50 mm lense on macro rings, mounted on a tripod. I place the film into the film holder of an old Epson scanner I found and take a cheap LED light as a back light. Thanks for your great video!

[@cartereidem]

I sent all of my film in to a lab. I had no idea people used dlsr's to scan negatives and they look very nice even compared to a lab. This is game changer! I have been wanting to invest in a digital but still like film. This gives me a reason to have both because film and digital work together!

[@andrewrothman7805]

Thanks for this video. I have only lab scanned up to now but plan to scan with my Fujifilm X-t30 and a macro lens. Already built a cheap but sturdy copy stand. Can't wait to get started.

[@georgeduran6030]

I be using the pacific image prime film xas scanner. It only scans 35mm which I got no problem with since it’s all I shoot...so far. AND it batch scans in mad high resolution so I just let it do it’s thing and I do my thing. Love your videos mang ✌🏼

[@jeremyklefeker8780]

I currently drop my film off at a local spot here in Dallas but I need to start scanning at home so I can have larger prints in my home! Thanks Linus

[@iandove2708]

I just tried this with a phone as the light box. I think I need more practice because I think I picked up the pixels from the phone screen. But this is going to be my method. Thanks for the video!

[@Ryan-ts4iq]

Thank you for this video! This is something I’ve wanted to learn. I just started shooting 35mm film a few weeks ago.

[@andrewnoden9117]

Hi Linus, Andrew here in Ottawa Canada Currently using a Nikon cool scan for 35mm and slides, it’s slow but it works Currently setting up a DSLR system with canon camera and 100mm Macro with a copy stand. Challenge I face is most of my negatives are over 30 years old so are only in sheets of 4 or 5 photos. Trying to find ways to automate and speed up the process at the moment. Lots of scans to do. Thanks for the video Andrew

[@leatherlaceweddings3564]

I scan using a DSLR. Currently I am using the Sunray box iii. The lightbox is great and super bright, but scanning 120 negatives can get frustrating. I tries out the Film Lab software-I love how easy it is to use vs Negative Lab pro, and I feel it gives better results.

[@jakedunderdale997]

Currently scanning with a Minolta Dimage Duel Scan iii for 35mm and an epson v600 for 120 film. Plan on moving to a dslr setup soon so I don't have to wait years for my scans.

[@jonny23rockets]

Just starting scanning. Have not tried it yet. Your explanations are easy to understand. Thanks much!

[@zanderlim]

I currently go to a Lab for my scans but I just tried DSLR scanning for the first time at my friend's house 2 weeks ago! It's definitely the way to go! He has the negative supply carriers and my god they are ESSENTIAL. Awesome video! Thanks!

[@FoggyPancakes]

literally just got in a fight about scanning film on an Epson v600 for my partner. because they didn't realize how frustrating it is, and how much time it takes! This seems soooo much more effectiant!

[@2-da3333]

I think I'm going to buy this equipment. thanks for the video. not currently scanning, just bought my film camera. the last time I used a film camera was 25 years ago.

[@celestinnoiz26]

Not shooting enough film bc of how expensive labs have gotten here in Paris. Home scanning now became a top priority thanks bro 😊

[@NoChickenStrips420]

I’ve been getting my negatives scanned in lab because flatbed scanning with a cheaper scanner never seemed like it would give me the consistency and sharpness that I desire and my budget prevented me from having access to a higher quality scanner. Discovering DSLR scanning (mirrorless in my case) was a game changer and actually motivated me to shoot more film and invest in a Pentax 67! 😁

[@RobBob555]

twice ?

[@trevordorton]

I tried DSLR scanning way back before all these new software tools came out and it drove me nuts so I switched to flatbed. Amazing how fast things have changed, might have to try this out again. Thanks for the walkthrough.

[@gary.likes.photos]

I’m just about to start doing this for my film so it’s super useful, thanks. The only thing I would different is have the shutter on a delay to completely rule out any camera shake

[@jesperosterberg2588]

I scan with an old Nikon bellow and slide duplicator. I use a Nikon macro adapted to my Sony. The lightning comes from a flash. A lot of cables and adapters but the result is good. For 120 film I have not yet worked out a system.

[@davidraaum6277]

I normally use my Eason v750 to scan negatives and slides. The Eason scan software does a good job and I aLso have SilverFast AI for really detailed scanning that provides dust and scratch removal. Recently I tried scanning with my Nikon D810 and the Nikkor 105 macro lens. I purchased a film holder to hold the negatives flat on a light table. I use a tripod to hold the camera level and steady. I really need a copy stand to improve the process. When I scan with my D810 I use Negative Lab Pro in Lightroom for the conversion. I love the results and may soon try my Fuji XT4 and the manual focus Nikkor 55 macro to facilitate faster scanning, with no loss in quality.

[@myronachtman4304]

I've had success scanning 35mm and 120 negatives at 1200 spi (samples per inch) using the EPSON 600 photo scanner. Then I bring the .tif image scans into Topaz Photo AI and I apply Denoise, followed by Face Recognition. No upscaling. The resulting files are very "clean" and look great when printed.

[@d.adcock2282]

Thanks for the good info. I don't currently scan negatives, but I have a tone of old ones and I would love to digitize. Cheers

[@taylorhine8942]

I've just started scanning my film with my Sony A7iii and Sigma 70mm Macro. I made a film carrier out of scotch tape and cardboard and for the light source I'm using an XRay viewer I found on the side of the road haha. Its a bit sketchy but it gets the job done :).

[@MrCalbiker]

I have been using a DLSR to resurrect small 35 mm contact page images, then shooting a new picture off the screen as an enlarging method. But what I really want is to use the camera to digitize 1,000’s of family photographs. I like your video because we also have lots of 35 mm negatives to print or digitize and not waste a lot of money on the ones we would throw out.

[@NoelMLhez]

I am a newbie trying to get into film photography and just doing tons of research! next week i'm gonna shoot my first roll of film, and i'm very excited, but also scared cause i didn't know how to post-process it, but I guess now I do!! so.. i don't scan my film just yet, but will do so soon! dslr method looks like is right on the money!

[@reemyarkoni4808]

I'm currently getting my scans from the lab but I just started developing at home so ide love to scan at home too and this kit will fulfill my dream

[@ajb73]

Hi Linus - I've shot film for years but very new to DSLR Scanning - I use a tripod and a sheet of glass to sandwich the neg on the white light - Results are great but it takes FOREVER moving the negs - Love the video - Cheers from sunny England (it is actually sunny)

[@KoolMeArtist]

I got a few years ago a ION digital 35 film scanner, must say quality not the greatest. i started shooting 120 film i would just use an app and my phone to scan it but this video def helped to see another better way to scan films. Thank you linus! its always great seeing you create videos :)

[@neidajuarez350]

I use to develop film at App State’s dark room but ever since graduating I haven’t been able to! Very interested in starting to scan at home!

[@josephspor3314]

I have been sending my film off to a lab, but have always wanted to get into developing at home for a quicker turn around!

[@ryanpeplinskie]

I have a tried and true Epson scanner that I actually really enjoy using. Got it because of your recommendation in your previous scanning video and I also use Negative Lab Pro, again from your recommendation and it is such an impressive piece of software, I always enjoy using it.

[@RedStarRogue]

On top of DSLR scanning my 120 film I also own a Nikon Coolscan for any of my 35mm.

[@XAndrewMillerX]

Currently using my iPad as the light box, a jenky box to set over the negatives, and my iPhone to capture the negative.