Canon Review

Scanning at an extraordinary 4800dpi, the CanoScan 4400F delivers top quality images without blowing your budget. Boasting a FAU, QARE Level 3 and 7 EZ buttons, this super-fast scanner is smart and versatile.

Features

• 4800 x 9600dpi, 48 bit colour depth
• FAU – 6 x 35mm film strip and 4 x 35mm slides
• Super-fast scan engine
• QARE Level 3 dust/scratch removal from photos
• Comprehensive software package
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
• 7 EZ buttons
• Fast Multi-photo mode
• Advanced Z-lid

Scan with quality and versatility.

Superb scan quality
With a 4800 x 9600 dpi CCD sensor capturing incredible detail, the CanoScan 4400F delivers superb, crisp images suitable for enlargement and high-resolution printing. The 48-bit colour depth ensures your scans have exceptionally accurate colour reproduction.

Film scanning
The CanoScan 4400F is equipped with a versatile built-in film adapter unit (FAU), allowing you to scan 6 x 35mm negatives or 4 mounted slides in a single operation.

Ultra-fast scans
The CanoScan 4400F’s super fast scan engine optimises your productivity, providing previews in just 5 seconds. Even when scanning at maximum resolution, workflow remains efficient as the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection ensures speedy data transfer.

Automatic retouching
Saving you hours of manual retouching, QARE Level 3 technology automatically restores scratched, damaged or faded photos to their former glory. It also reduces grain in photos taken on high speed film.

Comprehensive software
A full range of imaging software completes the CanoScan 4400F package. With ArcSoft PhotoStudio, OmniPage SE and Presto!PageManager, you can edit your scanned images with ease, convert paper documents straight into editable files and manage documents with ease. Canon’s ScanGear and CanoScan Toolbox have been upgraded to include better than ever image quality and functionality. The CanoScan 4400F is compatible with both Windows and Mac.

EZ buttons
Offering flexibility and saving you time, seven scan buttons provide one-touch operation of common scan tasks. Customise these to perform the functions you use most: copying, scanning, PDF file creation, or sending to your e-mail program. Four of the buttons are dedicated to scanning straight to PDF, including scanning in colour or mono.

Scan Multi-photos
With Canon’s fast Multi-Photo mode, the CanoScan 4400F allows you to scan up to 10 separate images in a single pass, then work on each one separately. Multi-Photo automatically identifies, crops and straightens multiple images, even recognizing the type of original you use (film or photo).

Scan thick items
Incorporating an Advanced Z-Lid, the CanoScan 4400F can scan thick documents, books or small items as easily as if they were a single A4 sheet. By keeping even pressure on whatever rests on the glass, the lid ensures the best possible results regardless of the size and shape of your object.

With its ingenious 3-way design and 180° lid, the LiDE 700F brings high resolution scanning to work spaces of all sizes. For exceptional detail and enlargements, scan 35mm film at up to 9600dpi.

Features

• LiDE scanner with CIS sensor
• Innovative 3-way design
• Powered by USB 2.0 cable
• 9600×9600dpi film scanning
• 4800×4800dpi reflective scanning
• 48bit colour
• Auto Scan Mode
• Configurable EZ buttons
• Automatic QARE dust and scratch removal

LiDE scanner with CIS sensor
A LiDE scanner with CIS sensor provides a winning combination of incredibly high resolution scans and low energy consumption. Powered by a single USB cable, connected to a computer, the LiDE 700F has no need for an additional power cable, making it truly portable and space saving.

Innovative 3-way design
The LiDE 700F’s ingenious 3-way design, with flip-out stand, allows it to be used in portrait, landscape or vertical positions – this means that it fits into almost any workspace.

9600×9600dpi film scanning
Incredibly high resolution 9600×9600dpi scans from 35mm film are possible thanks to a dedicated clip-on film scanning unit (supplied). This means massive enlargements and intricately detailed prints can be achieved from your 35mm film negatives/positives.

4800×4800dpi reflective scanning
The flatbed scanner can be used in any position, providing you with accurate, clear and crisp images and document scans up to 4800×4800dpi optical resolution.

48bit input
Achieve life-like colour reproduction with 48bit input, which can replicate billions of separate colours – enhancing your colour scans with amazingly accurate depth and tone.

Auto Scan Mode
With one click, Auto Scan Mode automatically recognises the type and format of your original, then scans and saves using suitable settings. One touch operation saves you time by eliminating the need for lengthy settings configuration.

Configurable EZ buttons
The four configurable EZ buttons enable fast, convenient operation for PDF, Copy, Scan, and Email functions. You can choose the settings and assign them to each button – once these configurations are saved your scanner will work exactly as you need it to.

QARE dust and scratch removal
QARE stands for Quick Automatic Retouching and Enhancement technology and does just that. Reflective documents and old photographs can now be easily enhanced and printed using a photo quality printer. The LiDE 700F automatically detects and removes dust from your scans for pristine results that save you time by removing the hassle of post-scan retouching. Supported by ScanGear, QARE achieves retouching effects without an increase in cost.

Software included
Canon’s MP Navigator EX software manages scanned files: convert documents to searchable PDFs, protect with passwords and use over 15 language OCR.

Professional-quality CCD scanner with 35mm film/slide holder delivering exceptional 4800×9600dpi resolution and 11-second 300dpi scans. Zero warm-up time offers instant operation for reflective scans.

Features

• Advanced CCD technology photo, film and document scanner
• Premium quality 4800×9600dpi resolution and 48-bit colour
• Film strip and slide scanning
• Zero warm-up time
• Fast 300dpi A4 scanning
• 7 EZ buttons
• Auto Scan Mode
• USB connection
• Built-in AC adaptor

High-resolution scanning
With a maximum resolution of 4800×9600dpi, this advanced CCD technology scanner has the capacity to deliver scans with very high levels of clarity, photographic detail and with accurate colour reproduction. The 48-bit input ensures the accuracy of colours and brings the best out of your images every time.

The scanner has the capacity to create 300dpi A4 scans in a remarkably fast time of approximately 11 seconds.

Superb functionality
Both 35mm film and slide scanning are delivered with exceptional quality. It is possible to scan film straight into your PC or Mac.

Those using film scanning will benefit from six-frames support for 35mm strip (negative/positive) and four-frames support for 35mm slide (negative/positive).

The inclusion of a high-brightness white LED for reflective scans equals fast operation. This is superbly demonstrated via zero warm-up, so there is no need for the user to wait around before they can begin scanning.

Easy to use
This is a sophisticated scanner with many creative functions, but it remains easy to use. Seven EZ buttons are provided – they are all on the front of the scanner – and these allow the most common tasks to be performed with one-click. The buttons cover Copy, Scan, Email and creating PDFs. The buttons can also be configured by the user to suit their individual preferences.

Auto Scan Mode is another creative, yet straightforward feature. The scanner automatically senses what is to be scanned – document or photo – and scans and saves this using settings appropriate to the original. This can be completed from the One-click software menu.

Connectivity
The scanner features a Hi-Speed USB interface that helps to increase productivity and the speed of scans. For power, an AC adaptor is built into the product.

Software
A comprehensive range of software is supplied with the scanner and includes MP Navigator EX (for easy operation and to perform the most complex scanning operations), ScanGear and also ArcSoft PhotoStudio.

This top-of-range film, photo & document scanner is designed for photographers and creative agencies needing versatile scanner productivity: exceptional quality at the highest speed, with Zero Warm-up time.

Features

• A4, 300dpi scan in approx. 7 sec.
• Zero Warm-up
• Adapter for 12x 35mm filmstrip, 4x 35mm slides, 120 format
• 4800×9600dpi*; 48 bit colour depth
• Scan to PC, e-mail, PDF
• 7 EZ buttons
• Auto image correction
• SilverFast SE & Adobe PhotoShop Elements software

Quality
A 4800×9600dpi* sensor captures incredible detail, providing crisp images suitable for enlargement and high-resolution printing. The 48-bit colour depth ensures exceptionally accurate colour reproduction.

Speed
Scan an A4 page at 300dpi in approx. 7 seconds. There’s Zero Warm-up time to accelerate productivity. The USB2.0 High-Speed interface ensures speedy data transfer.

Film scanning
Scan 12x 35mm filmstrip and 4x 35mm mounted slides in a single operation (both negative and positive) using the built-in film adapter unit. It also supports 120 format film (max.6×22cm).

Functions
Scan documents and photos straight to email or to PDF. Create multi-page PDF documents complete with fast text searching.

Accurate Optical Character Recognition software converts printed text providing editable electronic documents without the hassle of retyping.

Design
Although stylishly designed, this scanner is built for serious productivity: solid and robust.

Easy operation
Seven EZ scan buttons offer simple, one-touch operation. They can be programmed to handle the scanning tasks jobs you use most often. Four buttons are dedicated to scanning straight to PDF, including scanning in colour or mono.

Multi-photo mode
Scan up to 10 separate images in a single pass, with each filed separately. Multi-Photo automatically identifies, crops and straightens multiple images. It even recognises the type of original you use, whether film or photo.

Auto image correction
FARE Level 3 technology automatically restores scratched, damaged or faded film – saving you hours of manual retouching. QARE Level 3 performs the same functions for photo prints.

ScanGear software enables backlight compensation and reduces graininess, resulting from high-speed film.

Software
A suite of powerful software tools deliver outstanding functionality and productivity. Take advantage of SilverFast SE and Adobe PhotoShop Elements as well as ArcSoft PhotoStudio, OmniPage and Presto! PageManager (PC only). MP Navigator EX makes operating your scanner and performing complex scanning operations from your PC simple.

* see specifications

This entry-level LiDE scanner features EZ buttons for easy operation of Copy, Scan, Email and PDF functions. Ease of use is enhanced by Auto Scan Mode and dust and scratch reduction.

Features

• Space-saving design
• 2400×4800dpi resolution and 48-bit colour
• Fast 300dpi A4 scanning
• 4 EZ buttons for Copy, Scan, Email and PDF
• Dust and scratch reduction
• Auto Scan Mode
• Hi-Speed USB connection
• Z-lid for thick document scans

High-quality scanning
Whether you are scanning documents or photos, you will get high-quality results with the 2400×4800dpi resolution. The 48-bit internal colour depth delivers accurate colour reproduction. Fast scanning is also possible with 300dpi A4 scans being completed in approximately 24 seconds.

Elegant, compact design
The scanner takes up minimal desk or office space due to its intelligent design and incorporates an advanced Z-lid with double-hinge, making it possible to scan thick documents and books.

Easy to install and easy to use, the scanner features a single, simple USB connection so there is no need for an AC adaptor.

Practical and creative features
There are four EZ buttons that enable you to quickly, Copy, Scan, Email or create PDF documents with just one click. These buttons are configurable.

The Auto Scan Mode automatically detects the type of original – document or photo – then selects the appropriate settings and scans and saves in one click.

Dust and scratches can be removed from your documents and photos automatically using the supplied software

Software
Software supplied with the scanner includes ArcSoft PhotoStudio. MP Navigator EX and ScanGear software makes it easy to operate your scanner and perform the most complex scanning operations from your PC or Mac.

Intuitive LiDE scanner with four EZ buttons for Copy, Scan, Email and PDF. Delivers high-quality 4800dpi resolution and 48-bit colour, with A4, 300dpi scan speeds of just 14 seconds.

Features

• Compact, practical design
• 4800×4800dpi A4 scanning
• Fast 300dpi A4 scanning
• EZ buttons to Copy, Scan, Email and create PDF
• Dust and scratch reduction
• Auto Scan Mode
• Single USB connection

Detailed scanning
High-quality document and photo scanning is delivered with a resolution of 4800×4800dpi. The scanner also incorporates 48-bit internal colour depth, which enables a high level of photographic detail to be captured, as well as providing accurate colour reproduction so your originals always look their best.

A4 high-speed scanning is possible, with 300dpi scans delivered in approximately 14 seconds.

Practical styling
The scanner features a compact design and comes with a clip-on stand to enable upright scanning so it not only looks good but requires minimal desk space. The inclusion of an advanced Z-lid, featuring a double-hinge design, makes it possible to scan thick documents or even books.

Four EZ buttons covering the most common functions a user might need are a feature of the scanner. The buttons are for Copy, Scan, Email and to create PDFs – and performing each function is now as simple as pushing a button

The scanner is connected using a single USB cable, making it easy to install and easy to use. The USB cable connection also means there is no need for an AC adaptor to supply power to the scanner.

Creative features
A range of features help to give users an enhanced experience, among them the Auto Scan Mode. This mode automatically recognises the type of original that you place in the scanner – this could be a document or a photo – and then scans and saves the material using the appropriate settings. Auto Scan Mode is a beautifully simple one-click process.

Dust and scratch removal is also available for your photos, allowing you to improve and enhance images. This automatically reduces both dust and scratches, as well as helping to restore faded colour from old photos.

Software
Software supplied with the scanner includes ArcSoft PhotoStudio and ScanGear. MP Navigator EX software makes it easy to operate your scanner and perform the most complex scanning operations from your PC or Mac.