scanner suggestions

[Terri]

After 7 faithful years, my old PC finally bit the dust and we had to break down and purchase a new one. I was concerned more about my ancillary equipment not working with the 64-bit Windows 7. I found drivers I could download for my aging Epson 2200 printer, but the Epson 2450 scanner is officially toast. It's not going to work.

So, I won't be posting any new work (aside from digi snaps, which I don't call "work") until I get a new scanner.

I'd like one that has not only a nice-sized flatbed, but one that can accommodate various film formats, too.

Anyone have any recent experience with a scanner purchase they'd care to share? I've not begun to look, but will need to soon!

[oldfireguy]

I have always used Epson's and have been very happy with them. I currently use a V500 for scanning slides, negatives, prints, etc. It does what I need it to do and didn't cost an arm and leg.

[icassell]

I had this issue with my UMAX 1100 flatbed. It is an outstanding scanner, but no 64 bit drivers are available. I wound up keeping my old Mac G4 tower just for the scanner.

[Terri]

Thanks, guys. I'm not likely to hang on to my old tower just to keep the scanner....space issues, mainly. :)

I do like Epson products. No complaints with my 2200 printer, and I'm really thankful I could get the drivers for it. I think I'll take a look at this V500 scanner model and see how it looks for me. I can't go too long without being able to scan!!

Thanks for the feedback!