The Pacific Image Electronics 1800S has an impressive combination of high resolution, natural color reproduction and speedy scanning speed to meet the needs of photo finishers, amateur photographers, and graphics designers. Plus, as part of the included software bundle, SilverFast SE 5.0 combines an intuitive user interface with professional capabilities; users will appreciate the simple control systems and automatic functions as well as the capability to manually adjust the image at any point. The professional user can adjust any operation via numerical input and can precisely monitor the result using an online densitometry.

The scanner accepts color slides (mounted and un-mounted), negatives, and B&W in 35mm format and converts them into digital files. Featuring 1,800 dpi (optical) and 36-bit scanning capability, the 1800S provides an improved color tone algorithm to preserve every photographic detail with incredible accuracy. The manufacturer includes a one-year warranty covering parts and service.
Customer Review: Skip on the SilverFast
I bought this as an entry level scanner, not willing to shell out the $550 for the Nikon. The SilverFast software is a joke. It can’t handle the output from the scanner. I got VueScan and viola… works like a charm. Scans are better than a flatbed and of course tweaked in Photoshop. Get the 1800u instead and save 10 bucks. Buy It Now At Amazon!