Drum scanning

I offer high-end drum scanning services for photographers, artists, and archives seeking the highest possible quality from their analog film.

Using the ScanView ScanMate 5000, a professional-grade drum scanner, I deliver scans with exceptional resolution and dynamic range. With wet mounting  each frame is digitised with meticulous care—ideal for fine art printing, professional publishing, or archival purposes.

Supported formats:

• 35mm (negative or slide, strips or mounted)
• Medium format (120/220 – 6×4.5, 6×6, 6×7, 6×9, panoramic)
• Large format (4×5″, 5×7″, 8×10″ and custom sizes upon request)

What’s included:

• Basic film cleaning
• Wet-mount drum scanning
• High-resolution output (up to 5000 real optical dpi)
• TIFF files

Optional: downsized JPEGs for web or preview use

Why drum scanning?
Unlike flatbed or dedicated film scanners, drum scanning offers:
Unmatched sharpness through perfect optical alignment
No Newton rings thanks to wet mounting
Maximum detail recovery in both shadows and highlights
Ideal digitization for ultra-high-resolution prints

Turnaround & pricing
Timing and rates depend on format, quantity, and resolution requirements. I offer custom quotes and volume discounts for larger or editorial projects.
Secure, trackable shipping available within Italy and internationally.

Get in touch
To request a quote, discuss a specific project, or find out whether drum scanning is right for your work, contact me via the contact form.