Why did I wait so long to get a proper scanner? Loving my CanoScan 9000F!

[the 'stache]

Chrome cards are just a hassle sometimes, and I don't know of any way to improve those dark areas without a photo editing program like Photoshop. Maybe duplicate the picture, add a layer mask to the lighter areas, and then play with the levels for the darker areas.

[markf31]

I was able to pick up a CanoScan 8400F today off Criagslist for $30 and I couldn't be happier!! My first scan with the new toy.

[frankbmd]

Now I can scan with the "big boys".

$85 with free shipping from Amazon

[AMBST95]

I went and got a 9000F this weekend. My All-in-One was starting to show some streaks and the images have always been a little fuzzy. I'm really impressed with the results. It's going to make my online albums more enjoyable to manage.

[Eric72]

Originally Posted by frankbmd

Now I can scan with the "big boys".

Frank,

Those are some beautiful cards, my friend.

Additionally, congrats on being so close (yet so far) to completing the Monster.

Best Regards,

Eric

[Eric72]

After taking way too much time contemplating an $80 purchase, I finally broke down and bought a CCD scanner. The difference in scan quality is (as others have said) remarkable.

The OP was spot on about leaving the lid open, too. Despite giving a PSA holder an SGC-looking appearance, scanning this way does deliver great contrast.

Old scanner:



New CCD scanner:



Time to go re-scan my graded cards and (finally) have crisp images of them.

Have a great day, everyone.

Best Regards,

Eric

[auggiedoggy]

Originally Posted by Eric72

The OP was spot on about leaving the lid open, too. Despite giving a PSA holder an SGC-looking appearance, scanning this way does deliver great contrast.

Let me get this straight. You scanned the 2nd one with the top open?
I thought the top had to be down, the room lights turned off and the windows boarded shut!

[Eric72]

Originally Posted by auggiedoggy

Let me get this straight. You scanned the 2nd one with the top open?
I thought the top had to be down, the room lights turned off and the windows boarded shut!

Rob,

Yes, the second scan - with the crisper image and a darker look to the PSA holder - was taken with the top open.

Best,

Eric

[CW]

Great scans, guys, and welcome to the club!

On top of the Canon scanners already mentioned, another great scanner for cards is the Epson v500 photo scanner, which is going for about $147 on eBay right now. I saw another collector's scans with this scanner and was very impressed.