What's The Best Scanner For Imaging Baseball Cards?

kidsox · March 10, 2016 12:12AM

I'm buying a new one and would appreciate help in getting the sharpest image possible, especially on the corners of cards. What's the best make and model? Thanks.

purduepete · March 28, 2016 12:08PM

I'm kinda partial to Epson. I have an Epson Perfection V300 Photo model that I picked up a few years ago based on feedback from other forum members, and I love it.

The best thing about it is that it scans cards in the thicker slabs well (like SGC)...

And of course, raw cards come out well too...

jbernar1 · April 6, 2016 10:32AM

I am also looking for a scanner. From what I have read so far the CCD scanning technology seems to be the way to go.

bobsbbcards · July 10, 2016 8:22AM

I also use the Epson V300. Nice scanner.

GridironTreasures · July 22, 2016 12:24PM

I use the Epson Perfection V500 Photo. I've scanned thousands of cards and it has never let me know. I think the key is to scan the cards at 300dpi.

jay0791 · July 30, 2016 9:27PM

I have the Epson V37

work great except for the new shinny cards

divecchia · September 8, 2016 3:18AM

I also have an Epson and recommend it. My model is an Epson Perfection V200 Photo and it's worked well for me for over 8 years.

Donato

prgsdw · September 8, 2016 8:46AM

I have a Canon Canoscan 9000 F Mark II and have been very pleased with it's performance.

MrOrganic · September 30, 2016 5:44AM

anyone know if there is a EPSON "V" model that has a VERY LARGE SURFACE AREA scanner???

….it is for cards, postcards, maps, ALL EPHEMERA

kencope · December 27, 2016 11:18AM

Wife got me a V550 for Xmas and I couldn't be happier with it! Scan area is 8.5x11.7. Not sure if that's large enough for all of your needs or not...

bammerbb · February 3, 2017 6:07PM

I ordered a Epson V600 and received it today. It's hooked to my computer already and I love it. Still don't know about image quality yet as I haven't edited any yet, but did some slides for my brother that came out ok. Will let you all know more later tonight.

heshootshescores · July 10, 2017 7:11PM

Epson like others suggested. I have the v500 and 250 or 300 resolution is perfect!

bammerbb · July 24, 2017 9:34PM

I love my new Epson Perfection V6000 Photo. As far as I've noticed on mine, resolution isn't so critical. Plus, the colors seem so bright and vivid; in reality I haven't had a scanner which made the colors so bright. I'm going to try to get an example of one of my cards. It's Bernie Williams Score rookie.

bammerbb · July 24, 2017 9:38PM

Well, I was wanting the front. Let's see if I can make it right.

bammerbb · July 24, 2017 9:43PM

Another try.

MCMLVTopps · August 1, 2017 3:09PM

Go to the PSA Registry Set forum...almost to the bottom is a lengthy discussion on scanners under the heading "scanner tips"...you'll learn more than you ever wanted to know.

I have an Epson Perfection V600, IMO, a perfect machine to capture both raw and slabbed.

MCMLVTopps · August 1, 2017 3:18PM

Actually, about half way down...

ndleo · August 16, 2017 11:43AM

Is there a good scanner that is wireless? They way my office is set-up I need a wireless.

Golfcollector · October 1, 2017 4:47PM

Epson V300 +1 it is the best!

NGS428 · October 7, 2017 4:29PM

Has anyone used the Epson V600 and the Canon 9000f? I have the 9000f but have heard good things about the V600. Does anyone have thoughts on a comparison?

Thanks.

Largentcollector · October 18, 2017 6:38PM

I have had my V600 for a couple of months now and scan at 350 dpi, some scans.

NGS428 · October 28, 2017 11:06AM

@Largentcollector said:
I have had my V600 for a couple of months now and scan at 350 dpi, some scans.

Nice looking scans. I just purchased a V600. What are you using for settings and how do you scan (lid up in a dark room or black background behind the card)? Do you use sharpening in the Epson software, if so which of the 3 levels?

Thanks!

SportsCardsNeverDie · December 24, 2017 6:44PM

I was looking into a Fujitsu feed scanner which I heard somebody has scanned 25,000 cards in an 8 hour period. This product is really good for lower end cards like base, rcs, inserts and parallels. Thicker stock items such as relics and graded cards won't work with this one.

Well why not here is a YouTube video to provide more info of using one of the scanners, coupled with a software program and the ability to put stuff right on eBay too.

https://youtu.be/AyWWxBm1Nro

ejohn · December 31, 2017 7:27PM

V600 for me. Beats anything HP has to offer.

lawyer05 · January 2, 2018 2:02PM

camscanner and its free!!!

heshootshescores · February 2, 2018 12:48PM

I use the Epson Perfection V550 and love it. These are at 300 dpi.

samplecards22 · July 21, 2018 1:39AM

Obviously this is late but I have the V300 Scanner. However, the scanner doesn't automatically detect borders, so I have to put in settings to make sure it captures the card. It becomes very inefficient. Any tips? Thanks !

samplecards22 · July 21, 2018 1:41AM

If anyone can post their V300 settings for graded cards that would be great! Thanks guys!

kidrootbeer · August 5, 2018 8:32AM

Just a tip... we scan a LOT of Stamps with our neverfail Epsom V550 Perfection Photo scanner; we find that scanning a stamp with a neutral ecru or so background paper delivers 'right-on' colors. Our usual default is 400dpi

bammerbb · September 8, 2018 11:14PM

I use the Epson V600 and I will not go to another scanner, unless another Epson higher model.

What's The Best Scanner For Imaging Baseball Cards?

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