With the advent of flextight technology ftt, imacons flextight precision iisets. Imacon flextight precision ii still worth buying today. The software is pretty intuitiveand free, and if you can, try emailing hasselblad to see. Jun 08, 2019 ive built a scanning set up that uses a copy stand, a good led panel, and a pentax k1 ii. Imacon flextight precision ii users guide hardware referenceflextight precision ii warnings and restrictions 6 english warnings and restrictions read all of the included documentation before attempting to install and use the scanner. The software is easy to understand, real easy for photographers that know their rgb curves. Sep 01, 2000 the imacon flextight photo was designed to provide the highest level of performance doing just one thing, scanning 35mm and 120 size film. Jan, 2009 it handles film with precision no pun intended and comes with truly excellent software, still a weak point of the polaroid. Monitor accessories free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Buy comp bind technology imacon flextight precision ii photo slide film scanner black nylon antistatic dust cover w x 14d x 25h.
The flextight x1 model quality is unsurpassed, it is fast and it can take care of most kinds of originals. Mar 05, 2017 flextight precision ii on windows 7810 my father was a photographer for around 35 years and towards the end of the 20th century he purchased a imacon now hasselblad flextight precision ii hybrid film scanner. It has always been plugged into a surge protector, so i assume it wasnt fried by a power surge. I have connected the scanner to the computer using scsi port, ratoc adapter and a simple scsiusb converter cable. Ive built a scanning set up that uses a copy stand, a good led panel, and a pentax k1 ii. Aug 14, 2001 imacon launch flextight precision iii scanner. Hasselblad imacon flextight photo scanner plus hol. If a customer has a flextight precision ii and wants to upgrade to the features offered by the new precision iii, they can do this easily with. Scanner comparison leafscan 45, imacon flextight precision ii, minolta scan multi pro. According to hasselbladimacon tech support, the new flexcolor software versions starting from 4. Imacon flextight 343 film scanner desktop firewire. Flextight precision ii on windows 7810 posted by pat hartl march 5, 2017 march 5, 2017 5 comments on flextight precision ii on windows 7810 my father was a photographer for around 35 years and towards the end of the 20th century he purchased a imacon now hasselblad flextight precision ii hybrid film scanner. Imacon launch flextight precision iii scanner ephotozine.
The flextight 2848 utilizes awardwinning flexcolor software, imacons first step in its 3f flexible file format digital data management system. My flextight precision ii had been working beautifully, but when i tried to turn it on today it would not. Imacon flexframe table of contents 2 introduction p. Jan 24, 2020 epson v vs imacon flextight precision ii.
When i had one i used hbd software, but it depends on how you like to scan. For scanning 4x5 film, how much of a step up is the precision ii compared to epsons v7xx. Imacon as assumes no responsibility or liability for loss or damage incurred during or as a result of using imacon software or products. Using pixel shift and stitch techniques i am at least matching, and i might say exceeding the quality you can expect from a a flextight. An imacon flextight precision ii software upgraded to iii apparently has come up for sale locally and i am considering purchasing it, but wondering if i am crazy. Comparison leafscan 45, imacon flextight precision ii and minolta dimage scan multi pro. How to scan film negatives using silverfast software. By taking this sharply defined approach imacon developed a unique design combining all of the attributes that accomplish this task most effectively.
Focus your imacon flextight 646 scanner with the focus calibration sheet from hasselblad. Hasselblad has announced the acquisition and merger with imacon, the digital cameraback and scanner company. Mar 05, 2009 hello i have a problem wit my imacon flextight precision ii scanner and id really appreciate some help. Shows the scanning operation of the imacon precision ii. Do not touch the originals andor the original holder while scanning. The basic principle behind 3f is the ability to reuse data with total flexibility, always delivering perfect output images, reducing production time and increasing digital database value. Jan 05, 2011 according to hasselbladimacon tech support, the new flexcolor software versions starting from 4. Aug 20, 2018 the flextight x1 model quality is unsurpassed, it is fast and it can take care of most kinds of originals.
If you ask at the flextight scanner group on yahoo. Imacon flextight precision ii ease of use and precision are capable with the imacon flextight precision ii film scanner. Hasselblad imacon flextight photo film scanner youtube. The new generation of hasselblad scanners, the flextight x1 and x5, are both built around the same foundation. Imacon flextight precision ii guide the information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, the resulting power spike leaving a trail of wrecked vital organs in its wake, after years hard use, imacon have introduced an upgrade package called optires upgrade kit, and 4x5. Hello i have a problem wit my imacon flextight precision ii scanner and id really appreciate some help. Imacon flextight 343 film scanner desktop firewire overview and full product specs on cnet.
The new company will be called hasselblad imacon and will be clearly targeting the professional digital market. I have up for sale an imacon flextight precision iii scanner. This is optic sensor ccd 3x8000 same as ft 848 the most powerful highend ccd scanner on optical. It handles film with precision no pun intended and comes with truly excellent software, still a weak point of the polaroid. Mar 05, 2017 flextight precision ii on windows 7810 posted by pat hartl march 5, 2017 march 5, 2017 5 comments on flextight precision ii on windows 7810 my father was a photographer for around 35 years and towards the end of the 20th century he purchased a imacon now hasselblad flextight precision ii hybrid film scanner. My flextight precision ii had been working beautifully, but when i tried to turn it on today it would not start, and only made clicking noises as long as i held down the start button. Next, youll be presented with a list of drivers to choose from. And, as with any other scanner in this family, it is easy to use. The swedish manufacturer hasselblad is known for its professional medium format camera systems. Imacon flextight precision ii with original box one of. If you suspect your scans are not as sharp as they should be, use this sheet to calibrate your scanner no more than every three months.
Christian poulsen, founder of imacon and new ceo of hasselblad said, both companies are committed to producing the highest quality products and the. Could anyone tell me whether the precision ii is still a good purchase, and at what price. Imacon flextight precision iii scanner photography forums. The scanner had the precision ii to precision iii upgrade. The scan quality is among the best you get, when the user.
Mar 09, 2015 firewire, the latter has not, this means i can use a new computer and updated software. Imacon flextight precision ii useros guide the information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by imacon as. The flextight 848 is the first ccd scanner ready to challenge, and best, a host of drum scanners. Aug 10, 2002 software as a friend of mine could get when he owned an imacon precision 11.
Flextight precision ii on windows 7810 my father was a photographer for around 35 years and towards the end of the 20th century he purchased a imacon now hasselblad flextight precision ii hybrid film scanner. Microtech firerex1 firewire ieee94 ultra scsi adapter for. They are located in copenhagen, denmark and contact details can be found on their web site. For the flexframe and the flextight, please use flexcolor 4. Faster and more precise than ever before based on the award winning flextight precision ii, the flextight precision iii scanner embraces all the benefits of the flextight technology and its newly designed features to enhance and optimize every aspect of scanning possible. When imacon announced the flextight 848 scanner at photo expo east in november, i was eager to get my hands on one. Just bought an imacon flextight precision ii what else do i need. Flexcolor can be used in combination with hasselblads so called virtual drum scanners hasselblad flextight x1 and hasselblad flextight x5 as well as with older models such as imacon flextight 949, imacon flextight 848, imacon flextight 646, imacon flextight 343, imacon flextight precision ii and imacon flextight. There is an issue if you have to believe hasselblads own software archive. I have never been happy with results from flatbeds so i usually rent time by the hour on a flextight x1 in town, and am really happy with the results i get. The imacon flextight precision ii scanner is equipped with an innovative color scanning method which employs a magnetic frame and a virtual drum to give you exceptionally clear and detailed scans. Helped me troubleshoot my imacon flextight precision ii free of charge. All repairs and service on imacon and hasselblad ixpress camera backs including h1d series are carried out by an authorised third party repair workshop b23.
The flextights unique arrangement allows you to get the high quality imaging of a drum scanner, but enjoy the ease of use of a flatbed scanner. Film photos digitized by me using an imacon flextight 949 film scanner. Flextight photo scanner by imacon this was given hasselblad imacon original film holdernegative carrier 6x6x2. Imacon flextight precision ii problem digital forum leica. The other option is an imacon flextight precision ii, which has higher res 5760 dpi, it has af but lacks firewire, and you are stuck with using an old computer for scanning only but it comes with a computer. Imacon flextight precision ii problem digital forum. Hasselblad discontinues flextight scanners page 2 photrio. Whether that is due to great software, experience or what i dont know. I will be scanning mainly 6x6, 6x7, 6x8, and 4x5, and occasional 35mm.
The flextight s unique arrangement allows you to get the high quality imaging of a drum scanner, but enjoy the ease of use of a flatbed scanner. Up to 6300 dpi 6300 dpi is more than you need in most cases and even though you can find scanners with higher optical resolution you will not find better clarity and detail rendition when scanning photographic film. This scanner is a really good scanner for the money. Its unique vertical form factor occupies less desk space than conventional scanners. The flextight is about the best quality scan you can get before moving up to dedicated drum scans that can be messy, timeconsuming.
Some older scans were made on a imacon flextight precision ii. A vertical optical system allows the ccd to face downwards, creating a glassfree optical path between the original and the lens. Sep 14, 2016 hasselblad imacon flextight photo film scanner. There are a number of tutorial on the internet that. Imacon flextight precision ii driver oniwa banashi. Comparison of scans hp photosmart and leafscan 35 film scanners. The imacon flextight 848 is a stunning successor to the flextight precision ii and iii scanners. The imacon flextight photo was designed to provide the highest level of performance doing just one thing, scanning 35mm and 120 size film.
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