SCANNING BASEBALL CARDS | Best buy?
msohn
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Hello all,
I need to find a new scanner, primarily for the purpose of scanning PSA-graded cards for uploading into the registry as well as eBay auctions. I previously used a Canon, which was a decent scanner for speed and ease of use. However, I thought that the clarity of the scans could have been better.
Does any have a recommendation for a fast, high-clarity color scanner?
Thanks,
Min
I need to find a new scanner, primarily for the purpose of scanning PSA-graded cards for uploading into the registry as well as eBay auctions. I previously used a Canon, which was a decent scanner for speed and ease of use. However, I thought that the clarity of the scans could have been better.
Does any have a recommendation for a fast, high-clarity color scanner?
Thanks,
Min
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I think all those fancy scanners are over rated.
The key to scanning cards is using the right settings and resizing the scan the right way.
Ive used a cheap $49.00 Wal-Mart Cannon scanner and got very satsifactory results. Until I worn it out! LOL
Now using a Canon CanoScan D123OU. Nothing fancy. Standard flatbed scanner.
I think the results are as good as any you will see no matter the $$$ amount of the scanner.
Scanning with the right settings is the Key.
Graded Cards?
No Problem
Raw Cards?
Also not a Problem
Smaller Items (Stamps)
<< <i>Hello all,
I need to find a new scanner, primarily for the purpose of scanning PSA-graded cards for uploading into the registry as well as eBay auctions. I previously used a Canon, which was a decent scanner for speed and ease of use. However, I thought that the clarity of the scans could have been better.
Does any have a recommendation for a fast, high-clarity color scanner?
Thanks,
Min >>
as others have alluded to, you can get good results from an inexpensive scanner... the type of scanner is what's critical - you need a CCD scanner.
there are two main types of flatbed scanners: those that use CIS technology (contact image sensing) and those that use CCD technology (charge-coupled device). CIS is desirable as part of a multifunction device since the scanning unit is thin. unfortunately, the tradeoff is that it only scans flat objects. the thickness of a psa slab is enough to cause the card to appear blurry. you can play with the sharpness using photoshop, but it won't help much. the other type of scanner uses CCD (charge-coupled device) and can focus through objects of thickness. the tradeoff is that the scanner is larger, but it still fits on a desk.
BTW I think I paid $125.00 for it.
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It did all the scans on my HOF Registry set.
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Thank you to everyone who took the time to response to my question. After reviewing the feedback, I decided to buy an Epson scanner (Epson Perfection V500 from Staples). I am very happy with the clear, crisp scans that it produces.
Happy Holidays,
Min
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