Digital BW, The Print

I thought I'd add my 2 cents worth regarding Genuine Fractals.

I use it, and it is better than trying to increase resolution in Photoshop
with it's algorithms.  However, GF is no substitute for a good scanner.  It
is very good at preserving sharp edges.  However, it can't manufacture the
fine detail.  So, between the sharp edges, the image still suffers if the
original scan does not have enough information to look sharp.

So, I anxiously await the day I have a really good scanner for film as
opposed to using a flatbed, whose alleged 1600/3200 resolution is only
really top notch at 800 dpi.   My Epson Expression 1600 -- like, I suspect,
all desktop flatbeds that are aimed to individual users -- is simply not up
to doing a top notch medium format scan.

So, for people who have not yet purchased a scanner, I'm not sure but what
it wouldn't make sense to save the money you'd spend on GF and buy a scanner
that is up to the job -- read 4000 dpi for 35mm or medium format.

Paul
http://www.PaulRoark.com