David_Manning
Well-known
I used Apple's Aperture software interface to order a 20x30 print I had scanned from a 35mm b&w negative and thought I'd quickly pass along my thoughts.
First of all, I'm in Texas, so I'm sure it's a U.S. based third party doing the printing. The upload and ordering were seamless...in fact, it's been the easiest process for photo print ordering I have ever used. Since the interface is software-based instead of online, it's fast and smooth. Uploading was a breeze on my hi-speed internet.
The print was shipped on November 23rd, one day after the order was placed. I received it yesterday (November 30th), nicely packed in a triangular shipping tube and wrapped in tissue paper. Total was $14.99 plus tax and shipping ($21.32).
It's printed on 20x30 Fuji Crystal Archive paper...I was afraid it would be thin poster paper. It appears absolutely neutral black & white...no toning. I'm very satisfied.
Info on the scan...35mm Tri-X scanned at 4800 dpi on an Epson 4990 flatbed in highest-bit. Prepped in Photoshop CS2, and sized for 20x30 at 240dpi. Uploaded as a large grayscale jpeg.
First of all, I'm in Texas, so I'm sure it's a U.S. based third party doing the printing. The upload and ordering were seamless...in fact, it's been the easiest process for photo print ordering I have ever used. Since the interface is software-based instead of online, it's fast and smooth. Uploading was a breeze on my hi-speed internet.
The print was shipped on November 23rd, one day after the order was placed. I received it yesterday (November 30th), nicely packed in a triangular shipping tube and wrapped in tissue paper. Total was $14.99 plus tax and shipping ($21.32).
It's printed on 20x30 Fuji Crystal Archive paper...I was afraid it would be thin poster paper. It appears absolutely neutral black & white...no toning. I'm very satisfied.
Info on the scan...35mm Tri-X scanned at 4800 dpi on an Epson 4990 flatbed in highest-bit. Prepped in Photoshop CS2, and sized for 20x30 at 240dpi. Uploaded as a large grayscale jpeg.
RayPA
Ignore It (It'll go away)
cool. thanks. I've been wondering about these types of services. never used one. did the print match up to what you saw on your screen?
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axiom
Non-Registered User
lets see some pic of pic
David_Manning
Well-known
It printed a bit darker, but nothing can really match on-screen brightness. It's nothing special, but looks cool on the wall...
axiom
Non-Registered User
looks great
every bit of possible detail is preserved
every bit of possible detail is preserved
robklurfield
eclipse
thanks for the info. I've been tempted to try the service.