Reflecta MF5000

[bideford]

Not much out there on this MF scanner so thought I would add a thread. Apologies if this is not the case.

Initial thoughts (coming from a Plustek 8100 with Silverfast) are very positive. Seems to handle both preview and full scans of both 120mm and 35mm at expected speeds (@ 3200) with results that (for me) please. Compared to the Plustek the hardware is an improvement - less internal movement of the film holder (and therefore more accurate scan areas) and a more "solid" feel. Good 35mm scans (both B&W and colour) are easier to get from the Cyberview X software - I just want a clean scan to bring into Lightroom to edit - dust removal is not needed as I blow off any dust before scanning.

Run about 10 MF films through so far (saving £50 in scanning fees) so it will not take long before the Reflecta has paid for itself.

Have posted some images on Flickr (tagged Reflecta) if anyone wants to take a look.

James

 

[Addy101]

I guess that this review should be in this thread. As should the review of the Plustek OpticFilm 120 on the same site as it compares that scanner to the Reflecta MF5000. From his review it also seems that the Braun FS120 is a tweaked (improved) version of the MF5000.

I for the time being will keep on using my Canon 9000F 😉

 

[joeswe]

Thanks for the feedback, James.
I am currently pondering on whether to purchase the Reflecta, as I cannot find enough positive proof that the problems with the Plustek 120 have been finally fixed. Could you comment on the type of film holder that ships with the unit? Some people claim that their scanner shipped with what was originally an accessory --- the holder that allows the use standard length film strips (3 frames 6x6, or 2 frames 6x7/6x9), but when I look at the contents description of the online vendors it always states "film holder for 1-2 frames 6x6 or 1 frame 6x7/6x9"

Addy, I do not think there is a difference between the Braun and the Reflecta version of the scanner. Both are manufactured by Pacific Image and then rebranded. The differences in resolution that the scannerinfo guy measured are well within what I would consider typical production tolerance imo ...

 

[bideford]

Thanks Addy101 - yes the Scandig reviews are easily found for both scanners so I presumed anyone searching would easily find them - but the link is useful.

joeswe - I can confirm the 120 holder is the newer 3x (6x6) - 2x (6x9) version. My understanding is the only difference between the Reflecta and Braun is the badge and possibly Silverfast. Either way not worth the difference in cost for me. The Reflecta cost 1k in UK pounds (and the Plustek was nearly 50% more!).

James