Features
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Basic kit for scanning cut strips or uncut rolls of 35mm and 120 medium format film
Holders keep film perfectly flat for sharp scans thanks to a double S curve channel in the film scanning cassette
Works well with the Basic Riser MK3 copy stand and 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 (copy stand and light source not included)
Product Details
Introducing the Negative Supply Basic Film Carrier 35/120 MK2 Combo. The perfect starting point for scanning cut strips or full rolls of 35mm and 120 film quickly, easily, and affordably whether you’re at home, on the go, or in the studio! Simply add a light source and copy stand or tripod, and you’re ready to go!
Including both of the completely redesigned film carriers, the Basic Film Carrier 35 MK2 and Basic Film Carrier 120 MK2, this kit is perfect for someone who is just starting their film scanning journey, a DIY user who wants to get into the Negative Supply ecosystem, or if you own the previous MK1 carriers and want to upgrade.
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.
