I recall seeing some discussion about this over on original DataHoarder. I’m looking to begin the process of archiving a daily large number of 8x10 prints of family photos.
Anyone have recommendations on scanners / tools to make this process go smoother?
I don’t really want to send these photos to a company, as they’re just too sentimental to risk loosing.
Seconded. Xsane on Linux, or NAPS2 on Windows; unsure for Mac.
And yes, splurge for a used (or new) Epson Perfection, even a 600 is fine.
I recommend 1200DPI 8-bit to TIFF but that’s me. 600DPI is probably fine for photos like that and will speed things up a bit.