Plustek OpticFilm 8300i SE

Plustek OpticFilm 8300i SE – 35mm Film & Slide Scanner

The Plustek OpticFilm 8300i SE is a dedicated high-resolution film scanner designed for digitizing 35mm negatives and mounted slides. It delivers professional-level image quality with infrared dust and scratch removal, making it ideal for photographers and film archiving enthusiasts.

Key Features

• Ultra-high resolution: True 7200 dpi optical scanning
• CCD sensor: High-quality color accuracy and detail capture
• Infrared dust removal: Built-in iSRD technology removes scratches and dust automatically
• 35mm support: Designed for negatives and mounted slides
• Professional software: Includes SilverFast SE Plus 9 and QuickScan Plus
• Improved speed: Up to ~38% faster than previous generation

Technical Specifications

• Scanner type: Dedicated film scanner
• Sensor: CCD
• Light source: LED
• Optical resolution: 7200 dpi
• Dynamic range: ~3.6 Dmax
• Color depth: 48-bit input / 24–48-bit output
• Scan area: 35mm film (36.8 × 25.4 mm)
• Interface: USB 2.0
• Weight: approx. 1.6 kg

Performance & Image Quality

The 8300i SE uses a high-sensitivity CCD sensor and LED illumination system to capture fine film detail with strong tonal range and color accuracy. The built-in infrared channel enables automatic detection and removal of dust and scratches during scanning, reducing post-processing work. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

It is capable of producing high-resolution scans suitable for large prints, with excellent detail extraction from 35mm film negatives. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Advantages

• Very high optical resolution (7200 dpi)
• Excellent detail for 35mm film scanning
• Effective infrared dust & scratch removal
• Professional scanning software included

Limitations

• Only supports 35mm film (no medium format)
• Manual film loading (not fully automatic)
• Relatively slow scanning process

What’s Included

• Plustek OpticFilm 8300i SE scanner
• 35mm film strip holder
• Mounted slide holder
• USB cable
• Power adapter
• SilverFast SE Plus 9 software
• QuickScan Plus software

Keywords

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