Introduction of Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner

The Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner is a high-quality scanner designed for photographers, archivists, and nostalgia enthusiasts who want to digitize their 35mm film negatives and slides. This scanner, which was launched in 2001, offers a maximum resolution of 4000 dpi and supports a variety of film formats, including 35mm, 126, 127, and 110. The estimated price of the Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner is around $500 to $700, depending on the condition and the seller.

Detailed Specifications

The Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner boasts several key features, including:

Specification	Coolscan V ED	Super Coolscan 5000 ED	Super Coolscan 9000 ED
Media	35mm slides and film	35mm slides and film	35mm slides and film
	(1240) film with optional adapter	(IX240) film with optional adapter	Medium format slides and film
	Medical slides with optional adapter	Medical slides with optional adapter	16mm film with optional adapter
			Medical slides with optional adapter
Optical resolution	Up to 4,000 pixels per inch	Up to 4,000 pixels per inch	Up to 4,000 pixels per inch
Image sensor	3,964-pixel linear CCD image sensor	3,964-pixel, two-line linear CCD image sensor	40,000-pixel, three-line monochrome linear CCD image sensor
Light source	R, G, B and Infrared (IR) LEDs	R, G, B and Infrared (IR) LEDs	R, G, B and Infrared (IR) LEDs light source with rod disperser and light output slot
AD conversion	14 bits per color	16 bits per color	16 bits per color
Density range	4.2	4.8	4.8
Output	Full color or grayscale at 8 or 16 bits per channel	Full color or grayscale at 8 or 16 bits per channel	Full color or grayscale at 8 or 16 bits per channel
Interface	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	IEEE 1394
Power requirements	AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz	AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz	AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD)	3.8 x 6.8 x 12.4 in.	3.8 x 6.8 x 12.4 in.	9.8 x 19.6 x 8.0 in.
Weight (approx.)	6.6 lbs	6.6 lbs	19.8 lbs
Scanning time (Preview)	14 sec.	11 sec.	13 sec. (35mm)
			38 sec. (120/220mm)
Scanning time (Scan)	38 sec.	20 sec.	40 sec. (35mm)
			185 sec. (120/220mm)

Outstanding Image Quality with Amazing Scan Speeds

Nikon’s Coolscan film scanners offer 4,000 dpi true optical resolution and A/D conversion at up to 16 bits, for superior-quality digital images at an ultra-high resolution of 21 megapixels. Nikon’s Coolscan film scanners feature industry-leading scanning speeds. The Coolscan V ED scans a 35mm image in 38 seconds. The Super Coolscan 9000 ED can scan 6 x 9 film in 185 seconds. The Super Coolscan 5000 ED’s low-noise, 2-line CCD helps reduce the time required to scan a frame of 35mm film to an amazing 20 seconds.

COOLSCAN. V ED

35 MM FILM SCANNER

COOLSCAN V ED Major Features

4000 dpi optical resolution
Exclusive SCANNER NIKKOR ED high resolution optics
14-bit A/D converter for superior image reproduction in detail with 4.2 optical density max
Fast 38 second full resolution scan time* (including image transfer to display)
Exclusive LED Technology for accurate color consistently
New Digital ICE4 Advanced™ for image restoration/adjustment
Improved Nikon Scan 4 with all new Scan Image

COOLSCAN V ED ACCESSORIES

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Enhancer for automatic color/contrast compensation

Easy image data management with Nikon View
Highly Accurate Color Management System
High-speed USB 2.0 interface

Nikon Coolscan Core Technology

What differentiates Nikon Coolscan film scanners from other manufacturers’ film scanners with similar specifications? Exclusive core technologies Nikon has developed since the debut of our first scanner over a decade ago. These highly advanced core technologies combine to serve as the foundation for superior quality scanning, making each Coolscan scanner the best in its class. We call it the Nikon Difference.

SCANNER NIKKOR ED LENS
Scanner Nikkor ED lens greatly reduces chromatic aberration and image distortion, and delivers sharp images.

SUPER COOLSCAN. 5000 ED

35MM FILM SCANNER

SUPER COOLSCAN 5000 ED Major Features

4000 dpi optical resolution
Exclusive SCANNER NIKKOR ED high resolution optics
16-bit A/D converter for superior image reproduction in detail with 4.8 optical density max
Fast 20 second full resolution scan time*(including image transfer to display)
New low-noise 2-line CCD doubles the scanning speed
Exclusive LED Technology for accurate color consistently
New Digital ICE4 Advanced™ for image restoration/adjustment
Improved Nikon Scan 4 software with all new Scan Image Enhancer for automatic color/contrast compensation
Easy image data management with Nikon View
Highly Accurate Color Management System
Multi-Sample Scanning (2,4,8,16X) for increased detail
High-speed USB 2.0 interface

SUPER COOLSCAN 5000 ED ACCESSORIES

LED LIGHT SOURCE
LED light source generates little heat, eliminating the risk of damage to films. It also requires no maintenance.

NIKON COLOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Nikon Color Management System provides consistently accurate reproduction of image data on monitors and in printouts. Each model is compatible with ICC version 4 standards.

SUPER COOLSCAN. 9000 ED

MULTI-FORMAT FILM SCANNER

SUPER COOLSCAN 9000 ED Major Features

4000 dpi true optical resolution for all film formats
Exclusive SCANNER NIKKOR ED high resolution optics
16-bit A/D converter for superior image reproduction in detail with 4.8 optical density max
High-speed scanning (35mm slide film: 40 sec., 6x9: 185 sec. full resolution scan time)
Low-noise 3 line mono-chrome CCD doubles the scanning speed
Exclusive rod dispersion LED illumination for accurate color consistently
Multi-format for 16mm, 35mm up to 6x9 film, and slide glass, Electron microscope film
Digital ICE4 Advanced™ with Digital ICE Professional™ for image restoration/adjustment (compatible with KODACHROME film in most scenes)
Improved Nikon Scan 4 software with all new Scan Image Enhancer for automatic color/contrast compensation
Easy image data management with Nikon View
Highly Accurate Color Management System
Multi-Sample Scanning (2,4,8,16X) for increased detail
IEEE1394 computer interface (interface card included for Mac OS & Windows)

SUPER COOLSCAN 9000 ED ACCESSORIES

DIGITAL ICE4 ADVANCED
Digital ICE4 Advanced comprises four cutting-edge image-correction components which help ensure superior image quality and operational efficiency.\

NIKON SCAN 4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows

CPU: Pentium 300MHz or faster
Operating System: Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional pre-installed models
RAM: 128MB or more (512MB or more recommended)
Hard Disk: 40MB required for installation (200MB recommended), with an additional 200MB of free disk space available while Nikon Scan is running
Display: 800 x 600 with 16-bit color (full color recommended)
Interface
- USB: Built-in USB 1.1 ports, USB 2.0
- IEEE 1394: OHCI-compliant IEEE 1394 interface required
Others: CD-ROM drive required for installation

Macintosh

CPU: Power PC G3 or later (G4 or later recommended)
Operating System: Mac OS 9 (9.1 or later), Mac OS X (10.1.5 or later)
RAM
Mac OS 9: 64MB or more (256MB or more recommended),
Mac OS X: 128MB or more (512MB or more recommended)
Hard Disk: 70MB required for installation (200MB recommended), with an additional 200MB (Mac® OS 9) or 550MB (Mac® OS X) of free disk space available while Nikon Scan is running
Display: 800 x 600 with 16-bit color (full color recommended)
Interface
- USB: Built-in USB 1.1 ports, USB 2.0
- IEEE 1394: Only built-in IEEE 1394 ports supported
Others: CD-ROM drive required for installation

NIKONVIEW SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows

CPU: Pentium® 300MHz or faster
Operating System: Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional pre-installed models
RAM: 64MB or more recommended
Hard Disk: 60MB required for installation
Display: 800 x 600 with 16-bit color (full color recommended)
Others: CD-ROM drive required for installation

Macintosh

Models: iMac, iMac DV, Power Macintosh® G3 (Blue & White), Power Mac G4 or later, iBook, PowerBook G3 or later (only built-in USB ports supported)
Operating System: Mac OS 9.0 – 9.2 (only built-in USB ports are supported), Mac OS X (10.1.3 or later)
RAM: 64MB or more recommended
Hard Disk: 60MB required for installation
Display: 800 x 600 with 16-bit colors (full color recommended)
Others: CD-ROM drive required for installation

Description

The Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner is a versatile and reliable scanner that offers high-quality results and easy operation. Its 3-color LED scanning system ensures accurate color reproduction, while the Digital ICE technology helps remove dust and scratches from the scanned images. With its multi-sample scanning feature, you can get smoother and more detailed scans, while the adjustable frame holder allows you to scan different film sizes with ease. The scanner also comes with Nikon Scan software for both Windows and Mac, enabling you to edit and enhance your scanned images.

Nikon Coolscan Extraordinary Image Control

Nikon’s Coolscan lineup features a host of cutting-edge image restoration functions. These progressive image correction tools give scanner users more freedom in image manipulation, and help ensure super high-fidelity reproduction and highly efficient operation. Take control with Coolscan film scanners from Nikon.

Scan Image Enhancer

Scan Image Enhancer provides one-touch image correction. Automatic brightness and color saturation adjustments with no complicated control settings, make it easy to produce images with optimal contrast.

Multi-sample Scanning

Multi-sample scanning helps produce rich, noise-free images. Multi-sample scanning removes virtually all the noise that can appear after only one scan. By making as many as 16 passes, it ensures faithful reproduction with smoother gradation.

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Setup Guide

To set up the Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner, follow these steps:

Connect the scanner to your computer using the USB cable.
Install the Nikon Scan software on your computer.
Place the film in the adjustable frame holder and close the cover.
Launch the Nikon Scan software and select the scanner from the list of devices.
Choose the scan settings, such as resolution, file format, and color mode.
Click the Scan button to start scanning the film.

Digital ICE Advanced of Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner

Digital ICE4 Advanced comprises four cutting-edge image-correction components which help ensure superior image quality and operational efficiency.

Digital ICE

Image Correction & Enhancement

Digital ICE removes defects or scratches on the surface of the film with out losing any details or any other elements of the original image*
Digital ROC Restoration Of Color
Digital ROC brings faded color of old films or slides back to life. Enjoy vibrant, faithfully rendered images.

Digital ROC

Restoration Of Color Digital ROC brings faded color of old films or slides back to life. Enjoy vibrant, faithfully rendered images.

Digital GEM

Grain Equalization & Management

Digital GEM reduces the effects of film grain.
The resulting images are sharp, clear and devoid of grain clumping or graininess.

Digital DEE

Dynamic Exposure Extender

Digital DEE helps reveal details hidden in shadows and highlights. It compensates for both underexposure and overexposure

Not compatible with non-chromogenic black & white film

Nikon Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with the Nikon Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner, try these solutions:

Make sure the scanner is properly connected to your computer and the USB cable is not damaged.
Check if the film is loaded correctly and the frame holder is securely closed.
Try cleaning the scanner glass and the film with a soft cloth.
Update the Nikon Scan software to the latest version.
Contact Nikon customer support for further assistance.

Pros & Cons about Coolscan 35mm Film Scanner

Pros

High-quality scans up to 4000 dpi
Supports multiple film formats
Easy to use and setup
Digital ICE technology for dust and scratch removal
Adjustable frame holder for different film sizes

Cons

May be expensive for some users
Slow scanning speed
Limited compatibility with newer operating systems
No dust and scratch removal for some film types

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