Features
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The most advanced 35mm film scanning carrier on the market
Scans all 35mm formats from half frame to panoramic
Modular design with replaceable internal cassette for future updates and accessories
Interchangeable roller module available for alternative film formats
User calibration of film gate to keep film from drifting in the scanning area during film transport
Tighter, flatter and smoother film advancement with updated transport mechanism
Solid machined aluminum frame for durability and professional use
Works with existing Pro line of accessories
Product Details
The Negative Supply Pro Film Carrier 35 MK2 is the most advanced 35mm film scanning carrier on the market, capable of scanning all 35mm formats including half frame, full frame (standard 35mm), and panoramic sizes (X-Pan, Widlelux) in a single capture with included custom masks while maximizing film flatness.
Part of the next generation of Negative Supply's Pro line, the Pro Film Carrier 35 MK2's housing is machined from solid aluminum for ultimate durability and reliability. It introduces many upgrades that have been requested by users since the inception of the company, namely interchangeable film format cassettes and roller modules. Currently, Negative Supply offers cassettes and roller modules for 35mm (half frame and panoramic included), 35mm full border, 110, APS, 126, and Minox subminiature formats with more on the way including 8mm and Super8.
The optional Pro Film Carrier 35 MK2 + Pro Mount MK2 kit (select from "Type" drop-down menu) pairs the Pro Film Carrier 35 MK2 with one of the core Pro accessories, the Pro Mount MK2. This kit will allow you to level out your film scanning plane when you’re working on an uneven surface and adds an anti-static dust brush that your film passes through before being scanned.
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.
