Epson UK have announced a new addition to their range of flatbed scanners. The Perfection 4870 has an amazing optical resolution of 4800 x 9600dpi which allows a 35mm piece of film to be enlarged to 60cm x80cm (A1 size). The scanner incorporates DIGITAL ICE Technology, traditionally used in dedicated film scanners, to remove surface defects such as dust and scratches from the scanned image. The Perfection 4870 Photo also has a class-leading optical density of 3.8DMax.

Price has yet to be announced, although the scanner is due to be released on 1st February 2004.

Website: DP-Now - Epson Press Release

Website: Photo-i.co.uk - Epson Perfection 4870 Preview

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