How to Make a Linear Scan
A linear scan is simply a scan of your black and white negative with as little processing as possible from the scanner software.
It preserves the full tonal information from the negative so
DBW Scan Assistant can create the best possible positive image.
The Basic Idea of A Linear Scan
Capture the negative without contrast or tonal adjustments from your scanner or DSLR, then let DBW Linear Scans handle the conversion.
Open The File
Open the file in DBW Linear Scans ad use the controls to create the positive
How To Make A Linear Scan With Epson Scan
How To Make A Linear Scan With VueScan
Do I Need Special Scanning Software?
Many scanner applications can create a suitable linear scan if you avoid automatic corrections, in some cases scan the negative as a positive. Some users prefer dedicated scanning software because it offers more control.
For example: VueScan or Epson Scan
Key Settings to Look For
- Scan as: Positive / Transparency
- Color Mode: 16-bit Grayscale
- All Corrections: OFF
- Sharpening: OFF
- Color Restoration (for B&W): OFF
- Dust Removal / ICE: OFF
- Save Format: TIFF (16-bit if possible)
