Features
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Camera scanning kit for those who already own a light source
Capable of scanning 35mm film in minutes, dust-free
Modular VALOI 360 system allows for additional accessories to be added
Product Details
“Valoi” is a Finnish word meaning light and creation — a nod to the creativity of analog photography. VALOI's Scandinavian roots are visible in the minimalism and functionality of their designs. VALOI 360 is a film holder system that provides an easy and effective way to digitize your film using a digital camera. With the right setup, the VALOI 360 system can deliver faster and higher quality scans than traditional flatbed scanners.
The VALOI 360 Advancer Scanning Bundle will get you scanning 35mm film at high speed and is perfect if you want the benefits of the VALOI 360 system but you already have your own light source.
Includes
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1x 35mm Film Holder
- 1x Advancer
- 1x Duster
35mm Film Holder
The VALOI 360 film holders are the foundation of the 360 system. The double S-curved track keeps the film exceptionally flat for the highest quality scans. The 35mm Film Holder is optimized for full, uncut rolls of standard 35mm film with a frame size of 24x36mm (no sprockets are shown). Cut strips can be used, but flatness may vary.
Advancer
The Advancer provides several considerable benefits to the experience of scanning with the VALOI 360 system. Rubber rollers and knurled film advance knobs allow you to quickly and precisely transport the film through the holders rather than pulling the film through with your hands. Adjustable leveling feet ensure that the film is held completely level with the camera for sharp scans.
Duster
The Duster features two high-quality, anti-static brushes that help remove any dust particles from the surfaces of your film, without scratching it. These brushes are set in an aluminum frame that attaches to the Advancer with two thumb screws. The frame has a matte black surface to prevent any unwanted reflections.
Camera Scanning Considerations:
Camera Body
Just about any semi-modern, interchangeable-lens digital camera will work great for camera scanning. There are many mirrorless or DSLR options to choose from with large lens catalogs, tethered capture capability, and excellent image quality. Some high end cameras can even use pixel stitching to deliver extremely high levels of resolution.
Macro Lens
For camera scanning, the one real requirement is that your lens focuses close enough to capture the entire frame. For full frame cameras and capturing 35mm film, the term “1:1” designates a lens that will reproduce the 35mm frame exactly onto the full frame digital sensor. With crop-sensor bodies, 1:1 lenses focus even closer. Outside of reproduction factor (1:1), also look out for lenses that are sharp, have good color reproduction, limit internal reflections (modern coatings), and have very little vignetting. Finally, it’s generally best to use your macro lens stopped down 2-3 stops from wide open, as this gives a good combination of depth of field and sharpness.
Software for Negative Conversion
There are several plugins and standalone programs for converting digitally captured negatives into positive images. Most of the options presented here allow you to download a demo version to try before you buy and determine which one best suits your workflow.
