How are you scanning 4x5?

[gdi]

For now I am making do with an Epson 4870 and SilverFast AI. I am following some online advice that says any resolution over 2400 (or even less) is wasted. So the end product is probably not as good as I can get from 6x7 on my Nikon.

I don't know if a Betterscanning holder would help - or even an upgrade to SF AI Studio. Please share some of your workflow.

[sonofdanang]

Depends on what you are using the final file/product for.... I scan at the highest possible resolutions - I batch downsize for net/web after any post - if necessary. I can't stress how nice it is to be able to go back to an original file that you want to print at 32"x40" and not have to up-rez or re-scan.
Currently I'm using Vuescan and a V700 for anything larger than 135. For that I use a Nikon Coolscan - 5000. Tremendous machine.

[f/1,4]

Epson F-3200 and Silverfast.
3200 dpi, 3x 16 bit.
Dedicated 4x5 filmscanner.
Quite good.

[Krzys]

Epson V700

For web and computer usage...

400dpi for 4x5
800dpi for 120
1600dpi for 35mm

I keep my negatives safe and wont be printing anything from a scan anytime soon. I see the computer as a digital proof/contact sheet.

[gdi]

Thanks - for me I am scanning to print on an Epson 7600. I have never even seen an F-3200 - looks interesting!