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35mm Slides
The most popular slide format, we will scan your 35mm slides or 110 slides at high resolution while removing dust and scratches using Digital ICE Technology.
3D Stereo Slide Scanning
Stereo Slides were widely popular in the late ’40s and ’50s. When put into a slide viewer, or stereoscope, the two identical side-by-side images create the illusion of depth, which is why there are sometimes called 3D stereo slides. Not many companies digitize stereo slides, but rest assured that we have the experience and equipment to scan all slide formats through our slide scanning service.
Scanning 3D slides to digital allow you to view those once forgotten moments from any device and share them with ease. Scanned images are immune from the damaging effects of dust, scratching, fading and deterioration. Place your order online today or give us a call to get started.
Slide Scanning Formats
126 and 127 Slides
A slightly different version of the classic slide, they can be a bit tricky to scan. But we have the experience and equipment to bring them back to life.
3D Stereo Slides
Originally meant to be viewed as 3D, digitizing these fun slides can prove puzzling to customers; but the solution is simple, we just scan one of the images.
Medium Format Slides
Larger than your average slide, sometimes referred to as super. These slides captured big memories and we'll be sure to save every inch.
Every 3D Stereo Slide Scanning Order Includes:
- Digital ICE - Image Correction and Enhancement
- Rotating and Cropping of Each Image
- Custom Naming of File Folders by Carousel or Batch
- Free DVD or Link to Download your Images
- Free Shipping for Orders Over $250
- Free Pickup for Orders over $500 (NYC Tri-State Area)
Stereo Slide Conversion to Digital Process
All of your slides are treated as if they contained one of our own personal memories. As soon as we receive your stereo slides at our secure scanning facility, they are labeled and logged into our order tracking system. Each slide is sprayed with compressed air to remove dust build-up and scanned on professional flatbed slide scanners. Since both exposures on stereo slides are nearly identical, only one side needs to be scanned. All of our slide scanners utilize Digital ICE technology to detect and remove dust particles and minor scratches during the digitization process.
Digital ICE also restores and corrects color, reduces film grain noise, and optimizes contrast & exposure of each of your scanned stereo slides. Each digital image is individually inspected, cropped, rotated to its proper orientation, and enhanced once again to bring a new life to your old slides. Finally, the enhanced images are placed onto your storage media of choice (CD, flash drive, or download link), ready to be enjoyed and shared.
We accept slides in carousels, magazines, boxes, or any other type of storage container you may have. We always maintain the organization of your slides, creating a separate digital folder for each batch named by the label you provide on each container.
3D Stereo Slide Scanning Resolution
An advantage to using our stereo slide digitization service is the resolution capabilities we offer. Resolution is measured in Dots Per Inch (DPI) and refers to the amount of detail a digital image holds. The higher the resolution a slide is scanned at, the more you will be able to do with the image. All 35mm slides are scanned at a minimum of 2000 DPI and up to 4000 DPI. Below is a description of each resolution option:
- 2000 DPI Converting stereo slides to digital at 2000 DPI is perfect for viewing on any device, from your computer to your phone or even your TV. At this resolution you can make photo prints of 5" x 7" without losing any quality.
- 3000 DPI Stereo slides scanned at 3000 DPI will capture more detail and result in sharper images. The scanned images are of a manageable file size and can used to print photos up to 11" x 14" without loss of quality.
- 4000 DPI The highest resolution we offer, scanning stereo slides at 4000 DPI will capture the most detail possible. This resolution will allow you to use the scanned images in any professional capacity and create photo prints of at least 16" x 20."
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We had such a great experience with Smooth Photo Scanning, and I really can’t recommend them enough. We brought them a very old book with Sanskrit/Devanagari text, which turned out to be a much more complicated project than a standard book scan. Brandon took the time to go through the book, understand exactly what we were trying to accomplish, and talk through the different options with us. One… of the biggest challenges was the OCR. Devanagari wasn’t compatible with the typical OCR programs they normally work with, but instead of just telling us it couldn’t be done, Brandon independently researched different OCR programs and tested several options on our pages. He spent a lot of extra time trying to find something that might actually work for us which was so above and beyond of him. The scanning itself was incredible. The book was scanned completely non-destructively, with absolutely no damage to it, and the quality of the finished images is beautiful. We were honestly amazed at how clear and professional everything came out. The pricing was also very reasonable, especially considering the amount of time and care that went into the project. We were also on a bit of a time crunch because we were trying to get the material ready to begin working with our teacher, and everyone went above and beyond to accommodate our timeline. Everyone we interacted with was super understanding and helpful.. While we were there Brandon also took the time to show us some of the incredible archival work they’ve done, involving places like Madison Square Garden and historical works. It was extremely fascinating to see the level of care and expertise that goes into preserving these materials. We are so grateful to Brandon and the whole team. They were amazing to work with and this truly is a passion for all of them. The quality of the scans is amazing, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. If you have something valuable or irreplaceable that you need scanned, especially if it requires extra care, I would seriously recommend Smooth Photo Scanning. 11 out of 10!
- Apoorva YaddanapudiGoogle review
Great experience overall. I brought in my paintings to be scanned and they had everything done same day, which I really appreciated. The customer service was very friendly , professional, and made the process smooth. The quality came out exactly how I needed. Definitely a solid spot if you're an artist looking to get your work digitized . I will be back for sure .
- Tamar RobinsonGoogle review
I brought in 17 beta tapes from an old camcorder and within a week and a half they were put on a thumb drive! Excellent service, really nice people that work there! I highly recommend! It was so nice to be able to share these videos from almost 30 years ago with my grown children! They loved seeing themselves as little kids.
- Lesley RafesGoogle review
The old video tape that Brandon had digitized for me had presented a few difficulties on my end. I got back in touch with him with questions a couple of times, via email. He responded quickly every time and guided me to find a solution to the problem. He is a very responsible and professional businessman. I highly recommend Smooth Photo Scanning.
- Guillermo GallegosGoogle review
I had three very old family group photos colorized by Smooth Photo Services and the result was amazing, seemingly bringing those persons back to life with perfectly chosen colors, an excellent job. I wholeheartedly recommend them for your more important b&w photos.
- Lorenzo CamilloGoogle review
- What are 3D stereo slides and why were they popular?
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3D stereo slides hold two nearly identical images mounted side by side. Viewed through a stereoscope, the paired images create an illusion of depth. The format was widely popular in the late 1940s and 1950s, which is why many family collections from that era include stereo slides.
- Can 3D stereo slides be converted to digital files?
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Yes. Smooth Photo Scanning converts 3D stereo slides to digital, a format many scanning companies do not accept. Stereo slides are scanned on professional flatbed slide scanners by experienced technicians. All images are cropped, rotated and color corrected to maximize picture quality.
- Do scanned stereo slides keep their 3D effect?
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No. The 3D effect relies on viewing both images at once through a stereoscope, which a flat screen cannot reproduce. Because the two exposures are nearly identical, one side is scanned to produce a standard, high-resolution 2D image that can be viewed, shared, and printed.
- Do I need a stereo viewer to see digitized stereo slides?
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No. Once scanned, a stereo slide becomes a standard digital photo that opens on any phone, computer, or TV without a stereo viewer. A viewer is only needed to see the original 3D effect on the physical slide itself.
- How much does it cost to digitize 3D stereo slides?
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3D stereo slide scanning costs $0.78 per slide at 2000 DPI, $0.86 at 3000 DPI, and $0.98 at 4000 DPI. Collections over 500 slides receive 10% to 25% off, lowering the price to $0.59 per slide at 2000 DPI for orders above 10,000 slides.
- Can 126 and 127 format slides be scanned together with stereo slides?
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Yes. Smooth Photo Scanning scans 126 and 127 format slides at the same resolutions and per-slide pricing as 3D stereo slides, from $0.59 to $0.98 depending on resolution and quantity. All three formats can be included in one order.
- What resolution should stereo slides be scanned at?
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Choose 2000 DPI for viewing on any device and prints up to 5″ × 7″, 3000 DPI for more detail and prints up to 11″ × 14″, and 4000 DPI for maximum detail and prints of 16″ × 20″ or larger. Every stereo slide also receives Digital ICE dust and scratch removal.