This technique can be used in combination with other techniques like batch scans, dust and scratch removal, noise reduction with Multi-Exposure and for precise color reproduction an IT 8 calibration. The last step is to press the scan button, select the folder where the picture will be saved as well as the file type. These are the basic steps to make a quick scan and enhancement of old slides with color casts and faded out colors. It is not mandatory to make this adjustments using the slider SilverFast offers other options to accomplish this task for example the scale factor or the Output value. To represent a real scenario for many people, the picture used for this thread has acquired a blue color cast, has lost color intensity (faded out colors) and it is a bit underexposed.įirst thing make a prescan and define the area to be scanned. Perform the endscan and save the image in a file.įor this I use a Plustek OpticFilm 7600i (it was the scanner available at the moment but you can use your own) and an old Agfa Chrome CT18 slide which was widely popular in the 60’s. Make the necessary corrections (color correction and optimization as well as scratch and dust reduction) To scan and optimize one of this slides you will:ĭefine the area to be scanned and the enlargement factor With assistance of fully automatic or manual tools the image quality can be restored to its original state. SilverFast was conceived with this type of images and users in mind. These changes plus scratches and dust particles deteriorate the image and film emulsion.
Humidity, temperature, light, etc keep changing film and pictures start to fade or change. Film emulsions are in constant change, even after they have been developed and fixed.
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