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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.
Digitize Medium Format Slides
120 film was introduced by Kodak in 1901 and is still widely popular today among professional photographers. When 120 films are mounted it’s commonly referred to as “medium format slides,” which are larger than the more common 35mm slide format. As is the case with all analog film formats, medium format slides are subject to fading and degradation over time. Our experienced technicians convert medium format slides to digital using the best equipment and software through our professional slide scanning service.
Digitizing medium format slides allows you to view the images from any device and share them with ease. Digital images are immune from the damaging effects of dust, scratching, fading, and decay so you’ll no longer have to worry about losing your precious memories. 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 120 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)
Medium Format Slide Scanning Process
All of your family memorabilia is as if they were our own. As soon as we receive your 120/220 medium format slides at our secure scanning facility, they are labeled and logged into our order tracking system. Then they are assigned to one of our experienced slide scanning technicians. Each slide is sprayed with compressed air to remove dust build-up and scanned using the highest quality slide scanning equipment available. All of our medium format slide scanners utilize Digital ICE technology, which detects and removes 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 slides. Once we convert medium format slides to digital, your newly created digital photos are individually inspected, cropped, rotated to their proper orientation, and enhanced once again to bring a new life to your old slides. When finished processing, the enhanced slide images are placed onto your delivery media of choice (CD, flash drive, or download link), ready to be enjoyed and shared.
We accept slides that are housed in carousels, magazines, boxes, or any other type of storage container. We always maintain the organization of your slides, creating a separate folder for each batch named by the label on each box or container.
Medium Format Slide Scanning Resolution
We offer 3 resolution options for digitizing slides. Resolution is measured in Dots Per Inch (DPI) and refers to the amount of detail a digital image comprises. The higher the resolution that slides are scanned at, the more capabilities you will have when it comes to printing and editing. All slides are scanned at a minimum of 2000 DPI and up to 4000 DPI. Below is a description of each option as it relates to frames with a 1:1 aspect ratio:
- 2000 DPI Converting 120/220 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 12" x 12" without losing any quality.
- 3000 DPI Medium format slides scanned at 3000 DPI will capture more detail and result in sharper images. The scanned images can be used to print photos up to 24" x 24" without loss of quality.
- 4000 DPI The highest resolution we offer, scanning 120/220 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 at a minimum of 36" x 36."
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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 is the difference between medium format and 35mm slides?
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Medium format slides are mounted frames of 120 or 220 roll film, a format Kodak introduced in 1901. Each frame is considerably larger than a 35mm slide, so it holds more image detail, produces larger digital files, and supports much bigger prints at the same scanning resolution.
- What is the difference between 120 and 220 slide film?
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120 and 220 film share the same width and frame sizes, but a 220 roll is twice as long, producing twice as many exposures per roll. Once mounted, 120 and 220 slides look identical, and Smooth Photo Scanning scans and prices both the same.
- How much does medium format slide scanning cost?
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Medium format 120/220 slide scanning costs $1.75 per slide at 2000 DPI, $2.25 at 3000 DPI, and $2.75 at 4000 DPI. Orders over 500 slides receive 10% to 25% off, bringing the price down to $1.23 per slide at 2000 DPI for collections above 10,000 slides.
- How large can a medium format slide be printed after scanning?
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For square 1:1 frames, a medium format slide scanned at 2000 DPI prints at 12″ × 12″ without quality loss, at 3000 DPI up to 24″ × 24″, and at 4000 DPI at 36″ × 36″ or larger, making 4000 DPI the choice for gallery or professional prints.
- Which resolution is best for scanning medium format slides?
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2000 DPI is enough for screen viewing and mid-size prints, 3000 DPI adds flexibility for cropping and editing, and 4000 DPI captures the maximum detail medium format film holds. Higher resolutions produce larger files but preserve more options for printing and editing later.
- Can faded medium format slides be color corrected during scanning?
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Yes. Medium format slides are prone to fading and color shift over time. Digital ICE restores and corrects color, reduces film grain noise, and optimizes contrast and exposure during the scan, and each image is then individually inspected and enhanced before delivery.
- Why scan medium format slides professionally instead of on a home flatbed?
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Professional medium format slide scanners with Digital ICE capture finer detail and remove dust and scratches automatically, which most home flatbeds cannot do. Smooth Photo Scanning also air-cleans every slide, inspects each file individually, and organizes images into folders named after your boxes or containers.