Epson Perfection V850 Pro scanner
$1,299.00
Price: $1,299.00
(as of Mar 07, 2025 05:11:53 UTC – Details)
The pro-quality scanner with advanced control to archive film and photos. Professional-quality scans of slides and film with 6400 dpi, 4.0 Dmax, advanced optics, dual-lens scanning, LED array and Digital ICE. Includes film holders. Scanning Speed: High-speed mode: 4800 dpi|Full color: 10.8 msec / line (approx.)|Monochrome: 10.8 msec / line(approx.). RoHS compliant, Recyclable product.
Pro quality color & detail – get unparalleled scans W/ 6400 dpi resolution & Adv
Remarkable tonal range – 4.0 Dmax for smooth gradations & fine Shadow detail
Exclusive dual lens system – selects from 2 lenses for optimum results
Operating systems: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP professional x64 Edition and Mac OS X 10.6.X, 10.7.X, 10.8.X, 10.10.X
Jenwin –
This scanner is really nice
We purchased this scanner because we acquired more than 50k negatives from the newspaper office that went out of business. Ribs simple to use and does a wonderful job copying and downloading them into folders on my computer. Great scanning capability for all sizes of negatives
GarageBoy –
Excellent scanner, although not inexpensive.
Great resolution and scan quality. Easy to use for color slides, prints, negatives, etc. I knew when I purchased the V850 that it lacked wireless capabilities. I waited as long as possible, predicting that a wireless model would be coming out just after the Amazon return date, but this hasn’t happened as of today. I recommend VueScan software vs Epson Scan 2, although the latter can set the scanner to auto-turnoff. 12 color slides can be processed with the multi-holder, but scanning more than 2-3 5x7s is difficult. For the price, I couldn’t find a comparable or better scanner. Have a zillion slides/prints to digitize, but running the numbers, I decided that the V850 offered better results and would be less expensive than sending to a photo lab and paying $$$ for hi res scans.
D. Conner –
Slide scanner pro
Scanned over 1000 slides with this unit, no problems, there is one now though I have no slides left to scan.Scanning generational slides, was something I wanted to do to preserve memories for those that follow and now that task is done. Scanning 12 at a time saved time and less expensive then sending out for someone else to do the work.
Woodrow –
D&S Filter Performance is Dissapointing and
At $1200, the Epson v850 is definitely priced in the professional scanner category. You would expect every single feature of this scanner to perform better than a scanner that costs under $200. However, this scanner disappoints in a major way that Epson still has not been able to resolve. This makes the scanner a complete waste of money for the prosumer who is photo archiving old photos, slides and negatives.The Major Issue:-When scanning from the Epson v850, you have several options, including one of the most important known as the “Dust & Scratches” filter. TWhen enabled, this feature allows the scanner and its software to analyze the image to remove small flecks of dust, scratches or tears which may exist on the photo or negative.-When you enabled this feature on the Epson scanner, the result is extremely disappointing. The result is an image with MAJOR COLOR COMPRESSION throughout the entire photo, which causes serious defect to the scanned image. It doesn’t matter which level of D&S you use, the compression is always present. The compression does not exist with any other feature, it only exists with the Dust & Scratches filter.-This is an extremely horrible side effect that completely ruins the scanned image. What makes this such an important consideration is that the D&S filter is probably the most important filter for scanning old photos, slides and negatives to both prosumer and consumer alike. Without the ability to use the built in D&S filter, the scanner becomes effectively useless to all but professionals who have quality aftermarket software and are willing to put in the additional time to clean up their scans.-NOTE: It is likely that the Epson D&S filter issue is software related, and impacts all of Epson scanners which use this same software package. We hope it is resolved, but have little hope since the software has been in use for years and seen multiple updates without resolving this significant issue.Other Comments:-For professionals who won’t need to use the D&S filter, there is one area where the Epson excels, and that is dark area image quality and detail. However, this is still balanced by the fact that in general, the Epson tends to deliver less detail over all from its scans then Cannon scanners. It’s a give and take situation, there is no clear winner. You can either have good detail throughout from a Cannon, or softer Epson scans with greater black area detail.All of our tests were done at optical resolutions of 600dpi on photos and negatives. We compared hundreds of scans of the same image using a variety of scanner driver features. The Epson tends to scan a softer image that has more red bias and less yellow overall. The Cannon scanners provide full image detail (akin to looking at the image under a magnifying lens), and provide richer color.If you are scanning photos only (not negatives or slides), then amazingly, the very inexpensive ($90) newer Cannon Lide400 scanner delivers low res scans (600dpi or less) equal to or better than the Epson v850 pro. It also scans more quickly through its USB 3.0 interface.Unless you are using the v850 for its advanced features (including negative scanning), its hard to see why anybody should shell out the $1200 price tag for it. The D&S filter issue, all but makes the scanner useless for the average consumer, and for professionals, is unable to replace every other scanner on your workbench.
bonnyyew –
Works well for standard size slides
I like that I can scan 12 slides at one time using the provided trays. One tray can be scanned while the other can be filled. It takes about 4 minutes per slide to scan, so it takes a while, but the scans have very good detail. You can zoom in quite a ways without pixelization. I didn’t even use the highest quality. The unusual slides were not scanned perfectly and were kind of a pain. For example: I had some glass mounted slides. These didn’t fit in the tray holders, so I had to take the transparencies out of the mount. I also then had to use metal tape to create a homemade mount. If I didn’t, the scanner got confused and scanned the slide multiple times, none of which were centered. I also had some larger square slides which when scanned produced images with all the corners cut out.Overall, I am very happy with this scanner. I did use the dust removing feature, but I still needed to clean dirty slides. It seems only able to remove very minor dust spots.
Larry Moran –
Requires user to follow ALL software and scanner instructions carefully!
June 14, 2022 – After at first becoming extremely frustrated with the finicky, and often non responsive scanner. I let the V850 scanner sit idly in a corner for about eight months, until I had the time and inclination to spend a lot of time learning to use it. I have built all of my desktop computers for years, and am somewhat Tech savvy. However, this scanner put me to the test. Once I decided to very carefully follow each and every instruction that comes with Epson’s and a third party’s software. I began to get good results, and the V850 functions properly. I think that Epson has very good scanning software that is basically very easy to use. However, since the V850 scanner is basically for professional use. The third party scanning software probably is what a professional would need, but the average user not so much. If you purchase the V850 scanner be prepared to very carefully study the instructions for both the software , and the scanner itself. I received no comments or offers of assistance from Epson when I posted my originally extremely negative review of this scanner on Amazon. Other companies and manufacturers often reach out to Amazon customers who have purchased their products. Epson has a very spotty record when it comes to assisting customers, or addressing issues they may have with their products. I repeat, if you don’t want a complicated piece of equipment that requires time to learn. Don’t buy this scanner. Otherwise, I do recommend it as a very useful piece of equipment.
Fernando P Dias –
Muito bom
Michael Martin –
Ordered the Epson Perfection V850 Pro Scanner a little over a month ago. At first I tried using the Silverfast SE plus 8 program that comes with the scanner but it did not install unto my IMac. Had to call the Silverfast company to find a fix which they did help me acquire! After it being installed I really tried using it but the tutorials, I find, aren’t user friendly; maybe because I am not a pro, but it was taking to long and I was in a hurry to get scanning!!! Left this program to go with the Epson provided program which is easy to use and understand once you realize you need to move the mouse to start each individual scan!!! Love, love, love this scanner!!!!!! So far I have used it to scan slides, old (1950’s)black and white negatives, as well as early coloured negatives and I am blown away that I am able to capture these old memories and store them digitally to be able to share with my family and friends!!! Easy to use as well as exceptional quality scans!!! To this date I highly recommend this scanner for the time of scans I am using it for, hence the 5 star rating!!!
estepario –
Tengo el 700 ya. Este V850 pro es mucho mejor; con excelentes resultados en el escaneo de negativos en el modo profesional.He probado otros de menor precio pero al final sali perdiendo porque se fueron a la basura.Ahora estoy por archivar mies de fotografías tomadas en los 60s y esta es la herramienta mas importante en lograr la documentación de imágenes que de otra manera se perderian debido a que hacer reproducciones de nitrato de plata se llevaria demasiado tiempo y el costo seria exhorbitante.Mi escaner 700 también me da una gran nitidez y acabado.El hecho de que cuenta con dos juegos de plantillas es absolutamente indispensable para la producción.El costo refleja los resultados. Si se quiere trabajar en serio, otras marcas y menos costo ofrecen resultados inservibles y al final se queda uno con imágenes también inservibles.Altamente recomendada.
Lawrence W –
I’ve had this for 5 months now – it gives excellent results both on slides and negatives. The machine is very solid, The included Silverfast software is very good but the learning curve is quite steep. Vuescan and the Epson scan are keeping me going while I figure it out.The Film holders are a little “fiddly” but they do hold the film flat. Am now faced with 50 Years of photo’s to go through and scan (Just the best shots but it’s still going to take a while).
Cliente de Amazon –
Es la última versión de Epson del escaner para opacos y transparencias tamaño carta de alta gama. Equipa 2 lentes, uno para opacos y otro para transparencias y lámparas LED que permiten el escaneo sin calentamiento previo. Cuenta con escaneo infrarojo ICE para eliminar polvo y arañazos. Software Silverfast, Epson y targets i1 para hacer los perfiles ICC solo en la versión Pro, 2 juegos de monturas 35mm, 120 y 4×5 con cristales Anti-newton y espejos de alta reflectividad solo en la versión Pro. Aunque la resolución anunciada es de 6,400 ppi, más bien llega a unos 3,200 reales. El rango dinámico de densidad 4.0 solo es teórica, se encuentra más cerca a 3.2DMax. por lo que no lee en sombras profundas sobre película positiva de calidad. Es importante optimizar la altura de las monturas al foco óptimo del escaner mediante las cuñas deslizables de los holders ya que las lentes son de foco fijo y muy pequeña profundidad de campo. El escaneo de opacos es excelente y no tiene objeción alguna, se obtienen magníficos resultados siempre, donde queda a deber es la digitalización de placas positivas pues se ciega en sombras profundas y no hay tanto detalle como un escaner profesional de película como un Imacon-Hasselblad, pero considerando que su precio es 20 veces menor, justifica la inversión para un diseñador o fotógrafo nivel entusiasta, no a alguien dedicado a la reproducción profesional. Con tiempo y ajustes se pueden hacer ampliaciones muy aceptables siempre que la película no sea demandante. La mejor opción es digitalizar la película es con líquido de escaneo y mylar óptico ya sea sobre un cristal profesional o bien con la estación de montaje para fluidos Epson. En resumen, a pesar de no ser un escaner realmente profesional Epson ha logrado un producto versátil y muy bueno para su precio.