Scanjet 3970 Digital Flatbed Scanner, 2400dpi, 48-bit Color,35mm Slide/Neg Adptr – Customer Reviews

My last HP scanner went berserk on me a while ago, throwing out a random yellow line when it felt like it, always being sure to position said yellow line directly on top of the item being scanned.It had a particular preference for faces - often targeting the left side, connecting the nostril and chin like an off-color line of drool.This of course didn't go down well when I was scanning some family photos for my boss, so she kindly got me a new one.

This scanner is a definite improvement on my previous model, the 3570, being a little smaller, cooler looking and with easier to use features.It allows me to scan a document and edit it electronically, send photos by e-mail, group photos in neat little thumbnail pictures, and even make a movie with music, which can be saved on a CD.

It has a built-in transparent materials adapter (TMA) that allows me to scan 35 mm slides or negative strips, and I also scanned transparencies with very high resolution.

As if that weren't enough, it also doubles as a color photocopier, using my printer, so I don't have to go bother the secretaries, especially during Administrative Professionals Week.

The Instant Share button helps me with the boss' family photo projects, as I can create an album of all the pictures for sharing on-line, and the Memories Disc Creator helps with my "award-winning" multimedia photo shows.I also made some really cool company stationery for my department.

This scanner, so far, is great for the office, especially if you're in the marketing or advertising fields, and useful for school projects and family photo sharing.I'm still waiting to see if that malicious yellow line is stalking me.

Amanda Richards, April 26, 2005

4/26/2005 12:00 AM | Rating: