Unusual Original? No Problem.
Specialty Scanning
Some originals simply do not fit a standard scanner. From documents and scrapbook pages to artwork, oversized pieces and specialty media, we build a capture method around the original.
Projects are evaluated individually so we can recommend the safest and most appropriate scanning or photographic capture method.
Right Tool for the Original
Scanner or Camera Capture
We choose the appropriate flatbed, document-scanning or photographic capture method based on the original itself.
Careful Handling
Built for Unusual Materials
Delicate, adhered, oversized, framed and unusually shaped originals can be handled outside the standard photo workflow.
Custom Projects
Evaluated Individually
Specialty originals vary widely, so we can review the project before recommending a capture method, file format and workflow.
What Counts as Specialty Scanning?
When Standard Photo Scanning Isn't the Right Fit
Specialty Scanning covers originals that require a different capture method because of their size, material, condition or intended use.
Document Scanning
Paper documents, correspondence, records, newspapers and similar originals that need to be converted into PDF or JPEG files.
High Resolution Photography
Artwork, oversized originals, framed pieces, X-rays, renderings and items that cannot be safely placed on a flatbed scanner.
Albums & Delicate Originals
Scrapbook pages, photo albums, adhered images, fragile pieces and originals that need special handling or individual cropping.
Not sure where your project belongs?
Bring it in. We can look at the original and determine whether standard photo scanning, specialty scanning or photographic capture is the best fit.
Built Around the Original
How Specialty Scanning Works
The process begins by understanding what you have and what you need the finished file to do.
We Evaluate
We review the size, condition, material and intended use of the original before selecting a capture method.
We Capture
The original is scanned or photographed using the equipment appropriate for the project.
We Finish
Captured files are cropped and prepared according to the requirements of the project and chosen output format.
Paper to Digital
Document Scanning
Paper documents can be scanned using a roll scanner or flatbed, depending on their size and condition.
| Method | 96 DPI PDF | 300 DPI PDF | 300 DPI JPEG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roll Scanner | $0.25 | $0.35 | $0.45 |
| Small-Format Flatbed | $0.50 | $0.70 | $0.90 |
|
Large-Format Flatbed
up to 11×17
|
$1.00 | $1.50 | $2.00 |
Choosing PDF or JPEG
PDF is generally appropriate when the priority is preserving document pages in an easily viewed file. JPEG is available when individual pages need to be treated as separate image files.
Too Large for the Scanner?
High Resolution Photography
When an original cannot be safely or practically placed on a flatbed scanner, it can be photographed in our studio using controlled lighting and a high-resolution digital camera.
Captured images are white balanced and cropped to the edge of the original.
Current Pricing
Pricing is based on the longest dimension of the original. Originals longer than 60 inches on any side are not currently supported.
More Than Loose Prints
Albums, Scrapbooks & Delicate Originals
Some collections need to remain intact or require additional handling before they can be digitized.
Entire Page Capture
Album and scrapbook pages can be captured as complete pages when preserving the layout itself is important.
Individual Elements
Individual photographs or elements on a page can also be cropped into separate image files when appropriate.
Photo Removal
In some projects, photographs can be removed from albums before scanning when requested and when the materials allow it.
Other Specialty Originals
If It Doesn't Fit the Usual Workflow, Ask Us.
Unique Project?
Start With a Conversation
Specialty projects often need to be seen before we can determine the safest capture method and provide accurate pricing.
Bring the Original In
We'll review the size, condition and intended use of the item and recommend the most appropriate scanning or photographic capture workflow before the project begins.
Professional Specialty Digitization
Some Originals Need a Different Approach.
Specialty scanning gives us the flexibility to digitize materials that fall outside the normal photo-scanning workflow.
Bring us the unusual, oversized, delicate or difficult original. We'll help determine the best way to preserve it.
For more information, please contact us.
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